Israel & New Breed Extend Global Reach With October Tour Dates

Israel & New Breed, led by worship leader Israel Houghton, will take their ‘Til The Whole World Knows Tour to Asia in October, with performances scheduled across Indonesia, Hong Kong, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and the Philippines.

The October leg begins October 3 in Toronto, Canada, before continuing with a series of international dates beginning October 15 at The Kasablanka Hall in Jakarta, Indonesia. The tour then travels to Hong Kong on October 19, Bangkok on October 23, Kota Kinabalu on October 25 and Singapore on October 27.

The final two October performances will take place in the Philippines, with Israel & New Breed appearing at Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino in Cebu on October 29, followed by a performance at Cuneta Astrodome in Manila on October 31.

Named after the 2026 worship song “‘Til The Whole World Knows,” recorded by Israel Houghton and Philippa Hanna, the tour continues the artists’ message of faith, worship and reaching audiences around the world.

Sinach Announces New Dates for Waymaker Tour Australia

Award-winning gospel artist and worship leader Sinach is bringing her celebrated ministry to Australian shores this October as part of the Waymaker Tour Australia. The three-city run will see the Nigerian singer-songwriter, best known for her globally influential anthem “Way Maker,” perform in Perth, Melbourne, and Sydney across three consecutive nights.

The tour opens in Perth on Thursday, October 1, at Christian Revival Church in Wangara, before moving to Melbourne’s Crossway Baptist Church in Burwood East on Friday, October 2. The final stop lands in Sydney on Saturday, October 3, at C3 SYD Central West in Silverwater. Each evening runs from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

The tour is presented by Elevate Sound Global, with tickets available via their website. Sinach‘s visit forms part of a broader worldwide worship tour spanning 11 countries in 2026.

Belize Civic Center to Host Gospel Fest, Featuring Samuel Medas and Blessed Messenger

Gospel Fest Belize, produced by A Heavenlies Production, will take place on Saturday, October 10th at 5 PM at the Belize Civic Center. The event brings together a lineup of gospel artists and groups under the theme “Reaching People Through Gospel Music.”

Headlining the evening are featured performers Samuel Medas and Blessed Messenger, alongside The Heavenlies and D Revelation (The Return). Additional performers include Dunamis, 501 Genesis, Blind Sight, Frederick Gordon, Reality Youth, and Live to Worship.

Tickets are priced at $15 for adults, with a discounted rate of $10 per person for groups of 25 or more, and $5 for high schoolers. Admission is free for kids.

Philadelphia Church to Host America 250 Concert

The Church of Christian Compassion, located at 6121 Cedar Avenue in Philadelphia, will host the “America 250 Unity Concert: The Sound of Gospel” on Saturday, October 17, at 6:00 p.m. Presented by Jermaine Dolly and Friends in partnership with Yesha Ministries, Inc., the event is part of a wave of local programming marking the 250th anniversary of the United States’ founding, a milestone Philadelphia has embraced throughout 2026 as the birthplace of American independence.

The concert will feature a lineup of gospel artists including Jermaine Dolly, Kierra Sheard, Zacardi Cortez, Vincent Bohanan & SOV, Leandria Johnson, and Josh Copeland, among other performers to be announced. Dolly, a Philadelphia-born gospel singer known for his energetic vocal style and stage presence, has previously headlined faith-based community events in the city, including gospel concerts tied to civic engagement efforts.

Tickets are available through PPShows.com, NRJPartners.com, and Compassion-Ministries.com, and attendees can also access ticketing information by scanning the QR code included on the event’s promotional poster.

Ark of Worship Gospel & Christian Music Festival Set for Houston

The Ark of Worship Gospel & Christian Music Festival is set to take place October 9–10, 2026, at the Southwest Trail Riders Association property (13711 Almeda School Rd) in Houston, Texas. The two-day celebration will bring together gospel, worship and Christian hip-hop artists for a weekend centered on faith, music and community.

The lineup includes Jekalyn Carr, Kierra Sheard, Travis Greene, Zauntee, Scootie Wop, Dante Pride, Anike, Charles Weems, Kijan Boone, Ahjah, Y Shadey and Kefia Rollerson, among others. Saturday will also feature the Run to Worship community event.

In addition to live performances, the festival will feature food trucks, faith-based vendors and family-friendly activities. Organizers are expecting thousands of attendees and are also welcoming media, vendors, sponsors and church partners. Get additional information here.

Legends of Gospel: Vegas Residency

Dr. Holly Carter and Ikon are teaming up to present Legends of Gospel: Vegas Residency, a new live music series bringing some of gospel music’s most celebrated names to Las Vegas this fall.

The residency kicks off October 8, with additional dates on October 9 and 11, at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. The lineup features gospel icons The Clark Sisters, Fred Hammond, and Deitrick Haddon.

Known for decades of chart-topping hits and Grammy-recognized artistry, The Clark Sisters and Fred Hammond helped shape modern gospel music, while Deitrick Haddon brings a fresh, dynamic energy that bridges gospel with today’s broader music scene.

Tickets and additional details are available at GospelVegas.com.

Light and Life Ministries to Host Live Concert Featuring Min. Goddy Goddy & Others

Light and Life Ministries is set to host a live concert on Saturday, October 17th, featuring gospel minister and recording artist Min. Goddy Goddy, alongside Min. Roxanne Robinson and Psalmist Shenequa, with additional guest performers to be announced.

The event will take place at Light and Life Ministries, located at 22 Elrose Ave. in North York, Ontario. Doors open at 7:00 PM, with the concert running from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM.

Admission is $50.00 in advance and $60.00 at the door. Tickets are available for purchase through Eventbrite. Organizers are encouraging attendees to arrive early to secure seating for what promises to be an evening of uplifting worship and gospel music.