Bayside Gospel Concert Aboard the Midway 2026
About this Event
Featured All-Women Lineup:
Alexis Spight
La’Kea Stokes
Carolyn Traylor
Sonya Griffin
Diamond Brandon
Amari Michelle
ONLINE TICKET SALES ENDS 4:00PM day of the concert!
General Admission online EARLY BIRD SPECIAL price $35.00 until 11:59 PM June 14, 2026
13th Annual Bayside Gospel Concert Aboard the Midway
"A Celebration of Women Empowerment"
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 7:30PM - 10:00PM
USS Midway Museum – Flight Deck
910 N. Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA 92101
Gate Opens: 6:30 PM
FEATURED ALL-WOMEN LINEUP
- Alexis Spight
- La’Kea Stokes
- Carolyn Traylor
- Sonya Griffin
- Diamond Brandon
- Amari Michelle
HONORING WOMEN OF IMPACT
- Diamond Brandon
- Kea Hagan
- Chida Warren
- Rhonda Hunt Phillips
- Sabrina Bishop
- Shelia Burrell
- Zykina Stewart
- Francine Maxwell
ABOUT THE EVENT
Bayside Gospel Concert Aboard the Midway is one of San Diego’s premier cultural and community celebrations, bringing together music, inspiration, and purpose on the iconic USS Midway flight deck.
The event attracts a diverse audience from across San Diego County, Southern California, and beyond—uniting communities through the powerful and unifying art form of African American gospel music.
This year’s theme, “A Celebration of Women Empowerment,” aligns with nationally recognized moments honoring women, including National Women’s Day and Women’s Equality Day. The evening will uplift, celebrate, and honor women who are making a lasting impact in our communities.
TICKET INFORMATION
Please bring a printed copy of your e-ticket or have the barcode ready on your mobile device.
General Admission:
- Early Bird SPECIAL: $35.00 until 11:59 PM June 14, 2026
- Advance Purchase: $50.00
- At the Door: $60.00
VIP Table Seat:
Close Up & Personal Reserved Seating at10-seat round table with Edible Centerpiece
- Advamce Purchase: $75.00 per seat
- At the Door: $85.00 per seat
MISSION & COMMUNITY IMPACT
This event is more than a concert—it is a platform for transformation. where proceeds directly support workforce development, and community access through subsidized tickets for pre-selected individuals and families who may not otherwise be able to attend.--while advancing culture through the rich African American art form of gospel music.
All proceeds directly support
Mandate Project Impact’s Workforce Development Program, providing underserved youth and young adults (ages 16–26) with hands-on training in:
- Multimedia Production
- Music & Entertainment Industry Careers
- STEAM (Technology & Arts Integration)
- Live Event Production & Workforce Readiness
Your support helps create real career pathways, equipping the next generation with the skills needed for sustainable careers and leadership opportunities.
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THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SPONSORS: City of San Diego Commission for Arts & Culture, Mandate Project Impact, M.A.N.D.A.T.E. Records, Inc, GODRadio1.com, The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint, USS Midway Museum, ELEV8 Magazine
Agenda
Bayside Gospel Concert Aboard the Midway - Schedule
Info: 6:30pm - Gate Opens. 6:30pm - Door opens to let patrons up to the Hanger Deck (mid-ship). 7:00pm - Admittance to Flight Deck (actual time pending completion of sound check)
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 39.11 to USD 81.75
