Rise and Rhythm Cruise is setting sail February 1-5, 2026, departing from Tampa, Florida, with a scheduled stop in Cozumel, Mexico. This special event brings together a stellar lineup of performers and influential speakers for an unforgettable experience.

Performers include powerhouse artists Kirk Franklin, David & Tamela Mann, Tye Tribbett, Lalah Hathaway, Kierra Sheard, Leela James, Kindred The Family Soul, and Jonathan McReynolds.

In addition to the live music, Rise and Rhythm Cruise also features a slate of dynamic speakers, led by the award-winning actress, author, and entrepreneur Tabitha Brown with her husband and podcast co-host Chance Brown. Also confirmed are health, wellness, relationship, business, and lifestyle leaders Tamar Braxton, Egypt Sherrod & Mike Jackson, Dr. Jay Barnett, and Willie Moore Jr.

There will be other activities such as workouts led by fitness entrepreneur Gerell Webb, yoga, parties, DJ sets, movie screenings, games, and more. All this is in addition to fine dining, a full-service spa, a casino, excursions, and shopping. Click here to book a cabin.

Member of Parliament for West Central St. Catherine Christopher Tufton, who is also Jamaica’s Minister of Health and Wellness, will be hosting the annual Kitson Town Gospel Concert & Food Festival at Wynter’s Park & Farm (Old Road) in St. Catherine on Thursday, April 17.

This year’s performers include Ketano, Minister Howdy, Goddy Goddy, Empress Cidella, and Crystal Maye, with juggling by deejay Stick. Gates will open at 4pm, but the show will not commence until 6pm. Admission is free!

On Easter Sunday, April 20th, 2025, Bishop Hezekiah Walker will celebrate 31 years of church excellence at the New York City Easter Experience. As this is the Choir-Fest Edition, it will feature Donald Lawrence & company, Ricky Dillard & New G, JJ Hairston & YP, Vincent Bohanan & SOV, and James Hall Worship & Praise.

It will be held at the Pilgrim Renaissance Center, located at 1338 Broadway in Brooklyn, New York, and will start at 6pm local time. Click here for tickets.

Melodies From Heaven, a gospel concert that will be presented as a part of the 2025 Tobago Rhythm and Soul Festival, will take place on Thursday, April 17th at the Shaw Park Cultural Complex in Scarborough, Trinidad & Tobago. Attendees will experience the divine harmonies of praise and worship.

Melodies From Heaven will be headlined by world-renowned gospel artist Sinach, with support from Caribbean gospel sensations Samuel Medas, Positive, and Blessed Messenger. It promises to be a visually stunning showcase of lights and sound, all backed by a dynamic live band. Click here for tickets.

On Friday, April 11th, recording artists Zacardi Cortez and Kelontae Gavin will perform at Testimonial Cathedral Church (5701-21 South Western Avenue) in Los Angeles, California, for the ‘Bless His Name’ Spring Concert.

This event will be hosted by Pastor Dr. Angela Hackworth-Wilson, who is also a prolific playwright and one of the most dynamic speakers of our era. General admission and VIP tickets are now on sale for USD$30 and USD$50, respectively, and they can be purchased on testimonialcathedral.org.

Career Haven, the collaborative community innovation development ecosystem that provides strategic tools, programs, trainings, and conferences that allow businesses, non-profits, universities, and agencies to maximize their influence, impact, and income, will be having their annual Contracts Collaboration Conference on April 3rd, 4th, and 5th.

One of the conference’s main features is the Business Breakthrough Gospel Concert that will take place on Friday, April 4th. There will be performances by Sarah Oduah, JJ Hairston, Mercy Chinwo, Kierra Sheard, Gabriel Eziashi, and IBQuake. It will be held at the Gaylord Resort National Harbor in Maryland. Click here for additional information and links to tickets.