Festival of Hope · September 20–23, 2026

Four nights.One invitation.

Every night begins at 7 PM with free live music, community, and a message of hope. Come one night or come back for all four.

Every
night.

Festival of Hope is located in Monroe and open to everyone. Admission is free, and everyone is invited.

01

Free live music

Featured artists and the Festival of Hope Mass Praise Team.

02

A message of hope

Doug Elks will share a message of hope each night.

03

Giveaways

Giveaway information will also be shared through Festival social media.

04

Bring a lawn chair

Come as you are, bring a chair, and bring your people.

Night by
night.

Artist names, approved credentials, and event nights are shown exactly as Festival of Hope is authorized to present them.

Mac Powell

Featured artist · 7 PM event start

Jordan McCullough

American Idol runner-up · 7 PM event start

Colton Dixon

American Idol Top 5 finalist · 7 PM event start

Jamal Roberts

2025 American Idol winner · 7 PM event start

Mass Praise Team

Juan & Melodee DeVevo

Of Casting Crowns · Leading the Festival of Hope Mass Praise Team.

A message of hope nightly

Doug Elks

Evangelist Doug Elks has traveled across the country sharing the Gospel and pointing people to Jesus.

6th–12th grade student giveaway

A chance to
win a car.

Students in grades 6–12 are eligible to win.

Eligible students receive three entries for attending, plus one additional entry for every day they return.

Only students currently enrolled in grades 6–12 are eligible for the car giveaway. Additional giveaway details will be announced on Festival of Hope social media.

Plan your night

Come as
you are.

American Legion Fairgrounds

1317 E. Church St.
Monroe, GA 30655

September 20–23 · 7 PM nightly

Meet the featured artists.

View featured guests