FUNKY EVENTS

Thursday Feb 13th – Thursday Feb 19th, 2026

The Funkiest Show on Radio continues into this new year at a new time starting on February 4th – TUESDAYS at 2pm ET ~ Skip “The Funktologist” Reeves hosts A Funk Above The Rest on FunkyPeopleRadio.net, AFATR is the most unique radio show broadcasting in the 21st century! Its’ 2-hour format is like no other in that it features the productions of both major & independent artists, from all over the world, side by side in a mixture of funk and soul music, with so much of it never heard across an international platform !!

One of our station mainstays and an audience favorite over the years, AFATR enters it’s 17th year and keeps the funk groovy for 2025 with new weekly broadcasts every Tuesday at 2pm ET (starting Feb. 4, 2025 and with replays on Thurs 1am, Saturdays at 8am). Follow Skip and all the activities of his production and music event team via www.afunkabovetherest.com.

*NEW* 2025 WEB SHOW: The Groove Design Radio Show debuted this year on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 on Funky People Radio.net ! You are invited to join resident/host, Jerry Cunningham aka Jay Goodwill, along with invited guests as he cultivates a harmonious connection between Techno Music and its Soulful Elements, ensuring a smooth sonic wave that feels natural and engaging.

The Groove Design Radio Show streams weekly with new episodes bi-weekly. Check the FP web radio schedule for new broadcasts every other Tuesday at 7:00 – 8:00 pm ET (plus encore replays on Wed at 3am ET & Fri at 3pm ET). Ask a friend to drop by and groove online with the JJC Media music family in the station’s Funk Lounge!

Browse the Groove Design Radio Show podcast archives and media contact details at the link: https://hearthis.at/jaygoodwill/ and for more featured music sessions go to: www.twitch.tv/groovedesignradio !

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Streaming weekly on WEDNESDAYS at 1pm ET on FP Radio.net, VibeMistress Stephanie Renee hosts a sermon of soul, r&b, hip-hop, jazz & spoken word selections. Since 2007, weekly SSR podcasts have aired on this web radio station every Wednesday at 1pm ET (with replays on Thurs 8am, Sats at 12noon). Follow Stef and all the activities of her non-profit arts & media culture foundation, Soul Sanctuary, Inc., via their Facebook group at Soul Sanctuary Radio Congregation.

*PHILLY FM RADIO RESIDENCY* Funky People Radio® LIVE is a weekly radio show airing on Philadelphia USA FM radio and our own FP web radio station. Spanning 12 years since January 2013, resident host Tee Alford & guest mixers feature an uptempo continuous dance music mix of Soul & Deep House dance music. Listen from anywhere using any device on Thursdays, 8-10pm ET using the FunkyPeopleRadio.net player & on Saturdays, 12midnite-2am using the to catch the broadcasts!

You can download a FREE copy of any archived broadcast, by searching/downloading the files by air date & year on our TUNE In podcast page, http://tun.in/pjbCg or iTunes-Apple Podcast page, (Listen-player links can be found under the FP home page music section) #soul #funk #disco #rhythmandblues #deephouse #housemusic #soulfulhouse #afrohouse #soulclassics #clubparty #danceparty #edm #funkypeopleradio #philadelphia #philly #onWURD #tuneIN #applepodcasts #iTunes

The latest weekly podcast will be posted online Friday mornings before 7 am ET. Thanks for dancing to our sound!

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*International Radio Residency* Five years later after starting in Ibiza, Spain, the VIBE MODE radio show with Tee Alford, continues EVERY SATURDAY from Brazil. Lock in for a downtempo moody trek thru eclectic chillout sonics, rare grooves. classic soul, and deep house music. There will always be something different on the console playlists. Check the vibes from any phone/computer via Black Point Soul Radio (5-6pm EDT / 1800 BRT – Rio local time). [The Eastern times will change during the Winter season]

Follow the playback online and bookmark your favorite Vibe Mode podcasts after each new broadcast via iTunes.com or YouTube.com. (Listen-player links can also be found on this site. Browse under the homepage music section) #chillout #funk #disco #boogie #afrobeat #jazz #neosoul #latin #deepsoul #deephouse #downtempo

Thanks for listening and enjoying our curation of balearic vibrations from Rio de Janerio! You can stream our Philly WURD radio show on Saturdays, as well. Join our FP newsletter to get upcoming travel group announcements & upcoming event/tour details.

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BACK FOR A 2025 END OF YEAR HOLIDAY LIVE PERFORMANCE: The Thievery Corporation returns on the Saturday & Sunday before Christmas!.

Two Show Dates ~ Time : Saturday & Sunday December 20-21, 2025 ~ 7:00pm

Location: 9:30 Club, 815 V Street NW, Washington, DC  20001

For General admission tickets, go to this link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/thievery-corporation-washington-district-of-columbia-12-20-2025/event/15006299BC474250

Follow Josh Wink at  https://soundcloud.com/satoshitomiie

End the year with a holiday laugh fest with your friends and family. New Year’s Comedy Jam is bringing the laughs to Washington, DC! Heading the lineup are Lavell Crawford, Corey Holcomb plus TK Kirkland, Just Nesh, Damon Williams & Kevin Tate. Don’t miss it!

Show Date: Saturday, December 27, 2025, 8:00pm show

Location: DAR Constitution Hall, 1776 D Street, NW Washington, DC 20006

For General admission tickets, go to this link: https://bmnshows.com/new-years-comedy-jam/

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Get GA Tickets at https://shotgun.live/en/events/joshwink

Follow Josh Wink at :https://www.facebook.com/JoshWinkOfficial

The Music Equals Life Show enters it’s 7th year on Funky People Radio.net ! Join resident host, Cash Ellis aka Big Dinero, for a music journey to move your Mind, Body, and Soul with Funk, Soul, R&B, Hip-Hop and House Music blends!

The Music=Life Show is a popular multi-format music feature on the FP web radio schedule with new shows broadcast every other Monday at 8pm ET (plus weekly encore replays on Weds at 10am & Sats at 6pm ET). Log on and say hello to the crew for good listener party vibes in the Funk Lounge – let’s chat!

Drop Cash a message to find out where his upcoming live sets will be in the Washington, DC, New Jersey region or Internationally! Use these links to subscribe & follow the Music=Life Radio shows online: https://hearthis.at/tq2r9vng/ and via Facebook DJ Big Dinero’s Beat Page Group!

WINTER 2026 LIVE SERIES: The Birchmere Presents: Avery Sunshine on January 17, 2026. Denise Nicole White known professionally as Avery Sunshine (sometimes stylized as Avery*Sunshine, is an American singer, songwriter and pianist. Born in Chester, Pennsylvania, to Ruth Eleanor White and Irving Cyril White, she began playing piano at 8, after she saw a classmate perform, and learned to read hymns before beginning to study classical music at 11. At 13, she expanded her repertoire to include jazz and had her first recital. Three years later, her aunt, a church choir director, asked Sunshine to fill in for her during a Sunday service at a Catholic church; she was subsequently hired by churches of all denominations, including the AME Church, where she performed with the award-winning Wilmington/Chester Mass Choir.

In college, White met Maia Nkenge Wilson, a vocal major, and together they formed a gospel and R&B singing duo, DaisyRew. In addition to performing in Africa, DaisyRew performed at churches in the area and at clubs, including the Apache Café, which was noted for launching the careers of several prominent artists, including India.Arie. Wilson was cast in a Broadway role following college, and Sunshine was hired as the Minister of Music at the St. Paul AME Church in Atlanta. DaisyRew continued to perform when Wilson, on breaks from her theatrical career in New York, returned to Atlanta.

While working at the St. Paul AME Church, White met Dana Johnson, a guitarist, producer and songwriter who had previously worked with India.Arie. White, Johnson and Wilson began working together in 2003 with Johnson writing and producing the music, in addition to managing DaisyRew’s career. Soon after, Wilson was again cast in a Broadway production and she left for New York. White then adopted the name AverySunshine.

In 2005, White and Johnson recorded “Stalker”, a neo soul song, which a friend, Chris Brann, set to a house beat. The track became a dance hit on a Japanese record label, which led to a series of live dates in Japan.

White and Johnson began work on what became AverySunshine’s self-titled first album, released in 2010 on their own label, BigShine. Recorded mainly at White’s home with ProTools, the record included guest appearances by the pianist Takana Miyamoto, the vibraphone player Roy Ayers and Christian McBride. The record was praised by the media, with USA Today calling it “refreshingly original” and The Washington Post describing it as “a radiant brand of soul”. White — a single mother of two – focused on AverySunshine, but also accepted jobs as a keyboard player with artists including Tyler Perry and Jennifer Holiday and worked as a choral director for Atlanta performances by artists such as Michael Bublé, Anthony Hamilton and David Foster. Since 2010, Avery Sunshine has toured consistently, and developed a following throughout the United States, the UK, Europe and Africa.

Date:  Saturday January 17th, 2026 at 7:30pm, The Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon, Alexandria, VA 22305

For General admission tickets, go to this link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/avery-sunshine-alexandria-virginia-01-17-2026/event/15006341B97F7069

A RECOMMENDED EVENT – EXPECTED TO SELL OUT:
BODY & SOUL MLK Birthday Celebration Party – Sunday, January 18th, 2026

John Davis presents Body & Soul’s 29th Year Anniversary. The big NYC Summer celebration continues with musical hosts Francios K, Joe Claussell and Danny Krivit, with lights by Ariel!

Location/Date: MUSICA / Sunday January 18, 2026, 6pm until…..
Address: 637 W 50th Street, New York, NY, USA

General Admission Tickets: Use the online link – https://ra.co/events/2296680 or https://www.eventbrite.com/e/body-soul-mlk-2026-celebration-tickets-1825882677239. Please be aware that there are on-line fees for ticket sales.

Attire, Mood & Important Party Reminders:  This is an indoor venue. Wear comfortable dancing shoes or sneakers. Wear Loose, cool clothing…and most important…bring A GOOD ATTITUDE AND GOOD VIBES! #dj #djmix #djset #musiclover #soul #disco #futureclassic  #waxpoetics #discogs #vinyllover #discoedits #funk #boogie #housemusic #houseclassics #recordcollector #loveinjection #discoclassics

2026 KICKOFF DC SHOW: Throughout a career that dates back to the early ’80s, Will Downing has been among the steadiest and most productive artists in R&B. Not cut out to hop aboard commercial production trends for the sake of attaining mainstream success, he has tended to stick resolutely to a sophisticated and modern sound based in soul and jazz. He mixes refined originals with spirited covers, and combines his deep and rich voice with a restrained “song first” approach. A native of Brooklyn’s Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood, Downing began his recorded professional career as a background vocalist during sessions for several acts, including Jennifer Holliday, Nona Hendryx, and Rose Royce. After he was part of Arthur Baker‘s one-album group Wally Jump Jr. & the Criminal Element, he signed a solo deal with Island and debuted with a cover of Deniece Williams‘ “Free”. His first three albums include “Will Downing” (1988), “Come Together as One” (1989) and “A Dream Fulfilled” (1991). The latter, featuring “I Try” (Top 20 Billboard R&B Hit) and a version of Paul Davis‘ “I Go Crazy,” significantly increased his fan base of listeners who craved mature R&B and vocal jazz unaffected by hip-hop. With six of his albums reaching the R&B Top 20, he continues to work, delivering Lust, Love & Lies: An Audio Novel in 2010, after which he released a handful of albums on his Sophisticated Soul label. He moved to Shanachie for Black Pearls (2016), on which he paid tribute to Phyllis Hyman, Jean Carn, and Randy Crawford, among other women who have inspired him. In 2017 he delivered the studio album Soul Survivor, featuring the single “Feeling the Love” with vocalist Avery Sunshine.

Show Dates: Friday & Saturday January 30-31, 2026, 7:30pm shows

Location: The Birchmere Music Hall, 3701 Mount Vernon Avenue Alexandria, VA 22305

For General admission tickets, go to this link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/will-downing-alexandria-virginia-01-30-2026/event/15006341BB79711B

NEW YEAR COMEDY TOUR:  A stand-up comic, writer, actor and producer, Deon Cole’s most high-profile role was as a writer and on-screen performer on both “The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien” (NBC 2009-10) and its follow-up “Conan” (TBS 2010- ). As a comedy performer he appeared on numerous stand-up showcases and in films and TV shows including the Ice Cube and Cedric the Entertainer-starring comedy films “Barbershop” (2002) and “Barbershop 2: Back in Business” (2004), as well as the football-based situation comedy “The League” (FX 2009-15).

Born and raised on the south side of Chicago, Cole first tried out stand-up at the age of 21 when a friend bet him fifty dollars that he wouldn’t be able to get up on stage and do a spot at an open mic night. The attempt succeeded and he would go on to perform at many Chicago comedy clubs before becoming a national touring act. Earning increasingly regular television spots, he appeared on “Nick Cannon Presents: Wild’n Out” (MTV 2002-07, 2013- ), “Martin Lawrence Presents 1st Amendment Standup” (Starz 2005-10), the revived “Def Comedy Jam” (HBO 2006-08) and a half-hour Comedy Central special in 2007.

Show Dates: Saturday January 31, 2026, 7:30pm show

Location: The Theatre at MGM National Harbor, 101 MGM National Avenue, National Harbor, MD 20745

For General admission tickets, go to this link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/deon-cole-national-harbor-maryland-01-31-2026/event/1500634AACBF7AA9

THE NEW EDITION WAY TOUR 2026: Making USA tour stops in NY, NJ, Boston, Philly & the DC-DMV areas, New Edition performs on a lineup with Boyz II Men & Toni Braxton in February & March 2026.

The tour’s title, The New Edition Way, pays homage to the group’s unparalleled legacy as R&B pioneers and their recent street renaming in their hometown of Boston. New Edition is hailed as the ultimate supergroup, a collective whose structure birthed multiple superstars and set the blueprint for subsequent boy bands, from New Kids on the Block to K-pop sensations.

Collectively, the New Edition family—including Bobby Brown, Ralph Tresvant, Bell Biv DeVoe (BBD), and Johnny Gill—have amassed over 50 million albums sold and countless major awards.

The tour also celebrates the shared history between New Edition and Boyz II Men, the legendary vocal harmony group discovered by New Edition’s Michael Bivins. The two groups will share the stage for the first time, performing their combined catalog of timeless hits like “End of the Road,” “I’ll Make Love to You,” and New Edition’s own defining anthems.

Adding a layer of iconic excellence is seven-time GRAMMY winner Toni Braxton, whose sultry tone and 70 million records sold make her a defining voice of contemporary R&B.

Together, these artists have sold nearly 200 million albums, promising an unforgettable night of classic hits and enduring artistry.

Regional Show Dates & Cities: February 13, 8pm (Newark, NJ), February 14, 8pm (Baltimore, MD), February 15, 8pm (Boston, MA) + March 13, 8pm (Washington, DC), March 14, 8pm (Brooklyn, NY) & March 15, 2026 8pm (Philadelphia, PA),

For General admission tickets & all dates, go to this link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/new-edition-tickets/artist/735743

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ONE NIGHT ONLY PERFORMANCE: A Special Evening with Gregory Porter on Februrary 14, 2026 at Carnegie Hall in New York City. Grammy Award Winning Jazz Singer, Gregory Porter, is known for his rich baritone voice and his grounding in soul, jazz, and gospel traditions. Porter began singing in church as a young boy, encouraged by his mother, a minister. His performances include interpretations of standards by artists such as Nat “King” Cole as well as original compositions that reflect his distinctive style. There are still gospel undertones in his tender delivery that lift the spirit and soothe the soul. Produced by Troy Miller (Jamie Cullum, Laura Mvula), All Rise is Porter’s sixth studio album and fourth on the Blue Note label, following his Grammy-winning Liquid Spirit (2013), which have helped define his musical presence. Experience his talents on Valentine’s Day Evening!

Show Date: Saturday February 14, 2026, 8:00pm

Venue Location: Carnegie Hall – Stern Auditorium, 57th Street & 7th Avenue, New York, NY 10019

For tickets, go to this link: https://www.carnegiehall.org/calendar/2026/02/14/a-special-evening-with-gregory-porter-12th-annual-valentines-show-0800pm

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GOLDEN AGE TOUR 2026: Check out Katt Williams‘ latest comedy tour as it comes to Washington this Winter 2026! Katt, born Micah Sierra Williams on September 2, 1971, is a renowned American stand-up comedian, actor, rapper, and voice actor. Known for his wild hair and penetrating comedic insight, Williams has made a name for himself as one of the most distinctive voices in modern comedy. Williams was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, but he made the bold decision to emancipate himself at the age of 13. He moved to Florida and supported himself with odd jobs while exploring his passion for stand-up comedy. His unique perspective and sharp wit quickly won him attention and acclaim. He made his comedy club debut in the late 1990s and gained recognition with high-profile performances in comedy festivals. His stand-up specials, such as “Katt Williams: Live: Let a Playa Play” and “It’s Pimpin’ Pimpin'”, have been praised for their energetic performances and incisive social commentary.

In addition to stand-up, Williams made a splash in the film and television industry. He landed roles in films like “Friday After Next” and TV series such as “My Wife and Kids” and “The Boondocks”. His distinctive voice was also used in animated series like “American Dad!”. Katt Williams continues to be a powerful force in the comedy world, using his platform to both entertain and enlighten, leaving his audiences laughing while also provoking thought about societal issues. His career, marked by resilience and unabashed authenticity, continues to be a testament to his talent and passion for comedy.

Show Date: Sunday February 15, 2026, 7:00pm show

Location: Capitol One Arena, 601 F Street, NW Washington, DC 20006

For General admission tickets, go to this link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/katt-williams-the-golden-age-tour-washington-district-of-columbia-02-15-2026/event/15006347B1585D17

WINTER 2026 LIVE SERIES: The Birchmere Presents: Bilal on February 28, 2026. Bilal Sayeed Oliver is a truly independent artist. A singer, songwriter, and producer who has always been ahead of his time – the Grammy Award-winning artist blends jazz, afro-futurism, classic soul, alternative R&B, rock and classical in his vocals and music.

Bilal is known for his wide vocal range, an artist who works across multiple genres, and gives magnetic live performances. Interscope Records signed Bilal to a major label recording deal fresh out of college, after studying jazz composition and opera at the  New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in New York. His debut album, 1st born second, showcased an artistic spectrum arching from the emotionally charged fan-favorite, “Soul Sista,” which peaked at No. 18 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Songs charts, to the political viewpoints of “Fast Lane” and “Second Child”. Philip Bailey, of Earth Wind & Fire fame said Bilal is the rare singer who uses his voice like an instrument.

Bilal quickly developed a sizable following at his live shows which were known for being emotional and electrifying. Though his nearly 25-year career has been met with trials and tribulations, it hasn’t stopped him from seeing immense success in the music world. Bilal received great acclaim from his peers, who noted his range and ability to sing in a freeform style, as well as his classically trained falsetto. The soulful feel of the album led critics and industry leaders to label Bilal as a “neo-soul” artist.  Bilal’s expansion into different music directions and boundary pushing explorations proved he is so much more.

Playing jazz venues and recording more progressive soul music in the following years, Bilal released four albums to critical success. His unreleased but widely leaked second album Love for Sale found wide acclaim among critics and listeners. It featured collaborations with Dr. Dre and J Dilla and was built around Bilal’s own musicianship, including live instrumentation. It had a vibe completely new and different from its predecessor. Interscope shelved the album indefinitely. It still received over half a million downloads and Bilal began touring even though there was no proper release of the album. He did not sign with another label for almost 10 years. During that time he performed live shows to continually increasing size audiences, contributed to the projects of other artists and created works on independent labels so as to maintain and grow from his creative vision.

As a member of the Soulquarians, an experimental collective that was active from the late 1990s to early 2000s, Bilal has been a cultural and musical influence on a whole new generation of musicians and producers. His extensive list of collaborations include Kendrick Lamar, Common, Erykah Badu, Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Guru, Kimbra, J Dilla, Robert Glasper, and The Roots.

Airtight’s Revenge, his experimental 2010 album, blends jazz, hip-hop, electronic, rock, soul, and blues into one raw, genuine collection of music. The album’s single, “Little One”, earned Bilal a 2011 Grammy Award nomination in the category of Best Urban/Alternative Performance. That year, he was also on the Roots’ Grammy-nominated album Undun (2011) and the Robert Glasper Experiment’s Grammy-winning Black Radio (2012).

With the release of his next album, A Love Surreal, Bilal achieved immediate commercial success. It debuted at No. 1 on iTunes’ R&B Chart. On Billboard, the album debuted at No. 17 on the Independent Albums Chart, No. 19 on the R&B Albums Chart, and No. 103 on the Billboard 200. The album received shining reviews, including an 8 of 10 from SPIN magazine, 4.5 out of 5 stars from Allmusic, and 4 of 4 stars from USA Today.

In August 2020, during the COVID-19 lockdown, Bilal wrote and recorded his first EP, Voyage-19, over the course of three days and in collaboration with various musicians in remote experimental sessions, which were streamed live on YouTube. The resulting three-track EP was released digitally the following month, with revenues of its sale and accompanying donations given to the participating artists, many of whom had been struggling financially due to the pandemic.

Bilal splits his time between the US and Morocco, where he paints and writes music.

Date:  Saturday February 28th, 2026 at 7:30pm, The Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon, Alexandria, VA 22305

For General admission tickets, go to this link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/bilal-alexandria-virginia-02-28-2026/event/15006341B9AA708F

WINTER 2026 LIVE PERFORMANCE: The Strathmore Presents Meschell Ndegeocello returns to the Washington, DC area in March 2026. 

📍Show Date: Friday March 27th, 2025 at 8pm, Strathmore Music Center, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD 20852

🗳 For General admission tickets, go to this link: https://www.strathmore.org/events-tickets/in-the-music-center/meshell-ndegeocello

CATCH THE WAVES ALBUM TOUR 2026: Making USA tour stops in NY, Philly & the DC-DMV areas, Moonchild performs live in early Spring April 2026.

L.A.-based alternative R&B trio, Moonchild are known for their spaced-out, Soulquarians-inspired grooves and the wispy, at-ease vocals of Amber Navran. Their lush, understated sound and synthesis of electronic and organic instruments evolved over the course of several records, as they toured with big-name stars and established a healthy following of their own with albums like 2019’s critically praised Little Ghost and its 2022 follow-up, Starfruit.

The members of Moonchild met at the University of Southern California and started the band in 2011, the lineup consisting of vocalist Navran (also a clarinetist and saxophonist) and fellow multi-instrumentalists Max Bryk (keyboards, saxophone, clarinet) and Andris Mattson (keyboards, trumpet, flügelhorn). The group self-released their debut album, Be Free, in 2012, not long after forming. Moonchild subsequently joined the roster of the independent U.K. label Tru Thoughts, where they continued to refine their sound with Please Rewind (2015) and Voyager (2017), the latter of which added harp and other stringed instrumentation to their blissed-out compositions. They’ve opened for the likes of Stevie Wonder and Georgia Anne Muldrow and, true to their genre-crossing appeal, have been featured together on recordings headlined by Detroit musician Brandon Williams (“Leave Love Be”) and hip-hop producer Tall Black Guy (“I Will Never Know”). The band’s output has also been sampled, as heard on Mac Miller‘s “Two Matches.”

Outside Moonchild, Navran, Bryk, and Mattson have worked as both solo artists and collaborators. In 2018, the duo issued the single “Get to Know It” ahead of the arrival of the full-length Little Ghost, which was released in September 2019. A companion set of instrumentals from the album, aptly titled Little Ghost Instrumentals, appeared a month later. In 2021, the band started sharing new songs from their fifth LP, Starfruit, beginning with the laid-back and jazzy “Too Good,” and the record arrived in February 2022. This new tour follows the release of their WAVES album which dropped in February of 2025.

Regional Show Dates & Cities: Wednesday April 1, 7pm (New York), Friday April 3, 2026, 8pm (Philadelphia, PA), Saturday April 4, 6pm (Washington, DC), & Sunday April 5, 2026, 8pm (Richmond, VA).

For General admission tickets & all dates, go to this link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/moonchild-tickets/artist/1991322