Jamaica’s 2026 Labour Day Praise & Worship Concert takes place on Monday, May 25, at Emancipation Park in New Kingston, beginning at 7:00 p.m. sharp. Admission is free to the public.

The concert will feature gospel performers Prodigal Son, Johnmark Wiggan, Jabez, Sebastian Braham, Lubert Levy, Julene Minto, Raheim Betty, Donielle Anderson, and Joraine Wiggan. Additional music will be provided by DJ Chinny, while hosting duties will be handled by MCs Nadine Blair and Markland Edwards.

Chuckey Ellis continues to expand his presence in contemporary gospel music with the release of his new album, Hell Lost Another One, which officially arrived on May 22, 2026 through God Squad Records.

Known for blending gospel themes with modern R&B, melodic hip-hop influences, and contemporary Christian music, Chuckey Ellis delivers an eight-track project that reflects both musical versatility and spiritual conviction. Hell Lost Another One presents a dynamic collection of soulful R&B and rap-inspired gospel songs, with Ellis showcasing vocal maturity, thoughtful songwriting, and an unwavering faith in Christ throughout the album.

Adding to the release, the official music video for the album’s title track, Hell Lost Another One, was also unveiled and is now available for viewing on Chuckey Ellis‘ YouTube channel.

The Hezekiah Walker Center for Gospel Music at Virginia Union University (VUU) will present a Juneteenth Concert on June 20th at 12PM, held at Barco-Stevens Lawn, 1500 N. Lombardy Street, Richmond, Virginia. The event is themed “Honoring Freedom – Celebrating Faith – Inspiring Unity.”

Gospel legend Shirley Caesar will appear as a special guest, joining the VUU Gospel Choir. The concert is sponsored by Anthem HealthKeepers Plus, offered by HealthKeepers, Inc., under the Virginia Medicaid Plan, and is presented in partnership with Virginia Union University.

Albuquerque is gearing up for a major free outdoor concert event this summer. The Freedom Celebration will take place at Balloon Fiesta Park on Friday, June 27, with doors opening at 4 PM.

Performing at the event is gospel artist Chandler Moore, known for his powerful worship sets and songwriting contributions with Maverick City Music. He will be joined by acclaimed rapper and business man Lecrae, country-gospel artist Ben Fuller, and Rave Jesus.

For more information, visit freedomabq.com.

Six-time Grammy Award-winning gospel singer BeBe Winans is scheduled to headline a Gospel Gala on June 13, 2026 at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach, Florida. The event will take place inside the Alexander W. Dreyfoos Concert Hall as part of the Kravis Center’s Community Outreach series.

The concert is sponsored by Mr. Ronnie A. and Dr. Sandra B. Nichols, with showtime scheduled for 7:00 p.m. Organizers describe the evening as a powerful celebration of inspirational gospel music and community fellowship. Click here to buy tickets.

iD Conference is set to host “Level Up” from Friday, May 29 through Sunday, May 31 at the FCC Worship Center, located at 900 Watkins Park Drive in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Centered on the theme “Lead Yourself. Lead Others. Let Christ Lead You,” the weekend promises to be a transformative experience for young adults and leaders looking to deepen their faith and sharpen their character.

The weekend kicks off on Friday, May 29 with “Release,” an evening worship experience beginning at 6:30 PM. GRAMMY-nominated recording artist Todd Galberth will serve as special guest, setting a powerful and dynamic tone for the days ahead.

Saturday, May 30 is dedicated entirely to leadership development, with the full-day Leadership Conference running from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Through general sessions, relationship-centered breakout discussions for singles and couples, and guided networking opportunities, attendees will engage with leadership principles directly applicable to everyday life.

The conference concludes on Sunday, May 31 with the Young Adult 5th Sunday worship services at 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and Noon. The closing services are designed to send attendees forward with encouragement to apply what they have learned and continue growing beyond the conference weekend.

Featured speakers across the event include Javail and Natasha Miller, Jackie Hill Perry, Brian Bullock, and Whitney Moss. For more information or to register, click here.

The Melonia Waugh Shining Hope Foundation Jamaica Limited presents a Benefit Gospel Concert dedicated to empowering the next generation. Scheduled for Sunday, May 24, 2026, at The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in Kingston, the evening aims to raise vital funds to support teenaged mothers in re-commencing their educational journeys.

On the lineup are Sandra Brooks, John Mark Wiggan, Audia Spencer, Jugal Dyer, and the ensemble Levy’s Heritage, all under the guidance of MC-Leighton Smith. These artists have committed their talents to ensure a high-caliber musical experience that resonates with the foundation’s philanthropic goals.

The concert is set to take place from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm, with admission priced at $5,000 JMD. By attending, patrons contribute directly to the resources necessary for young mothers to overcome systemic barriers to education. The Melonia Waugh Shining Hope Foundation continues to emphasize that providing these women with the opportunity to complete their schooling is a critical step toward long-term stability and success for both the mothers and their children.