CBUS Soul Fest returns for the second year beginning at 4 p.m. Saturday, August 19th at Genoa Park along the Scioto Mile
Columbus Soul Fest is a annual free festival celebrating of Black culture, music culture, and community that takes place in Columbus, Ohio. The festival brings together an eclectic mix of soul, funk, R&B, and gospel artists from around the country to perform on multiple stages over the course of a weekend. In addition to the incredible music, Columbus Soul Fest also showcases local food vendors, artisans, and community organizations, creating a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere for people of all ages and backgrounds to come together and enjoy. The festival not only provides a platform for talented artists to share their artistry, but it also serves as a catalyst for unity and connection within the community, making it a highly anticipated event for Columbus residents and visitors alike. The annual event is hosted by Hosted by Experience Columbus and Columbus Recreation and Parks, the festival is part of theCBUS Soul initiative
Live performances span across two stages, the Main Stage and the Plaza Stage, throughout the evening, featuring R&B, hip hop, soul and funk musicians. The lineup includes the following:
- The Deal Breakers at 4 p.m. on the Main Stage: A Go-Go soul and funk-inspired group.
- Harmonic Soul at 5:30 p.m. on the Plaza Stage: A group known for a mixture of R&B, hip hop, soul and funk.
- Avery Sunshine at 6:30 p.m. on the Main Stage: A Pennsylvania-born singer, pianist and composer who has created a signature sound that mixes soul, jazz, R&B and gospel.
- MojoFlo at 8 p.m. on the Plaza Stage: A powerhouse Neo-Funk band, known for their infectious rhythms, soulful vocals, and captivating stage performance.
- PJ Morton at 9 p.m. on the Main Stage: a multi-Grammy-winning R&B and soul singer, songwriter, performer and producer whose latest project, Gospel According to PJ, earned the 2021 Grammy Award for Best Gospel Album.
For more information visit CBUS SOUL
