Bayside Gospel Concert Aboard the Midway 2026
Saturday, July 11, 2026
7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. PDT
ONLINE TICKET SALES ENDS 4:00 p.m. day of the concert!
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.
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
TICKET INFORMATION
Please bring a printed copy of your e-ticket or have the barcode ready on your mobile device.
General Admission:
- Advance Purchase: $50.00
- At the Door: $60.00
VIP Table Seat:
Close Up & Personal Reserved Seating at10-seat round table with Edible Centerpiece
- Advance 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.
