WCLK Gospel Fest Comes to Fayetteville: A Night of Praise, Community, and Soul
Pull up a chair — because this Saturday, something special is coming to our corner of Georgia that you absolutely do not want to miss. On September 19, 2026, the WCLK Gospel Fest rolls into The Ville Amphitheater in Fayetteville, and it is shaping up to be one of the most powerful, soul-stirring nights of the year in our community.
Hosted by Jazz 91.9 WCLK — Atlanta's beloved nonprofit radio station licensed to Clark Atlanta University and serving our region since 1974 — the Gospel Fest brings together legendary voices, local food favorites, and the kind of warm community spirit that makes Fayette County one of the best places to call home.
What's Happening Around the Village
The WCLK Gospel Fest Live at the Fayetteville Amphitheater brings together a powerhouse lineup of gospel legends and rising stars for an evening of praise, worship, and community. Here's who will be on that stage:
Dottie Peoples — gospel royalty and multi-Stellar Award winner
Melvin Crispell III — powerful contemporary gospel voice
Maurette Brown Clark — Dove Award-winning singer and songwriter
David Walker & High Praise — anointed praise and worship experience
Pastor E. Dewey Smith — one of America's most respected voices in faith and ministry
Doors open at 4:00 PM, with the show kicking off at 5:00 PM. The venue is The Ville Amphitheater, located at 301 Lafayette Avenue in Fayetteville, Georgia 30214 — just a short drive for families across Fayette County and the entire South Metro Atlanta area.
And bring your appetite! Local food favorites including The Jazzburger, Chef Baker's Place, Dreaming Sweets, and Johnny's Pizza will be serving throughout the evening. You are also welcome to bring a small personal cooler or picnic basket with your own snacks and drinks.
Why It Matters
WCLK has been a cornerstone of the Atlanta and South Metro community since April 10, 1974, when the first notes hit the airwaves from what was then Clark College. For over 50 years, this nonprofit station has championed jazz, gospel, and soul — nurturing local artists, supporting community events, and broadcasting the cultural richness that holds neighborhoods together.
When a station with that kind of legacy brings its Gospel Fest to our backyard — to The Ville right here in Fayetteville — it is more than a concert. It is a statement that this community is valued, that these voices deserve to be heard here, and that faith-centered events have a rightful place on our local stage.
Gospel music has always been more than entertainment. It is a language of resilience, joy, and communal hope — the kind of sound that has carried families through hard seasons and carried communities into brighter ones. Sitting under the open sky on a September evening, hearing Dottie Peoples and Melvin Crispell fill the air, is the kind of memory that lasts a lifetime.
How This Impacts Our Community
Events like the WCLK Gospel Fest do more for a community than fill seats. They:
Support local food entrepreneurs and vendors whose businesses benefit directly from a packed amphitheater
Strengthen the reputation of The Ville as a true cultural destination in South Metro Atlanta
Bring together families, churches, and neighbors who may not see each other outside of Sunday service
Celebrate the faith traditions that have long anchored Black families and communities across Fayette County and beyond
Give children and young families a shared, faith-rooted memory right here in their own hometown
The village grows stronger when neighbors know each other — and there is no better place to meet your neighbors than gathered together with your hands raised and your hearts open.
How You Can Get Involved
Here's how to make the most of this Saturday night in the village:
Buy your tickets now at www.thevilleamp.com — prices go up on the day of the show, and FreshTix is the only authorized seller. Avoid third-party resellers.
Park for free at the Fayette County High School lot on Tiger Trail. Plan to arrive early — doors open at 4:00 PM for a 5:00 PM show.
Bring your lawn chairs or low-profile beach-style chairs for lawn seating. Umbrellas are not permitted (rain or shine), so pack a poncho just in case.
Bring a small cooler or picnic basket with your favorite snacks and beverages, or explore the local food vendors on-site all evening.
Invite your church family, neighbors, and friends — this is a night made for the whole community.
Share this event on social media with #WCLKGospelFest and #TheVilleAmp to help spread the word.
Support WCLK — tune in to Jazz 91.9 or visit wclk.com to become a station supporter and help keep community radio alive in Atlanta.
Around the Village Calendar
September 19, 2026 — WCLK Gospel Fest | The Ville Amphitheater, 301 Lafayette Ave, Fayetteville, GA | Doors 4:00 PM, Show 5:00 PM | Tickets at www.thevilleamp.com
September 24, 2026 — City of Fayetteville Public Meeting | Fayetteville, GA | 6:00–7:30 PM | Visit fayetteville-ga.gov for details
September 26, 2026 — Decatur County Extension Steam Canning Class | Bainbridge, GA | Contact your local extension office for registration details
Sophie's Suggestions
Heading to the Gospel Fest this Saturday? Sophie's Mart has a few things that'll make your evening even better:
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Sophie's Mart 16 OZ Tumbler — Keep your favorite beverage cold throughout the evening. Perfect for outdoor amphitheater seating. Grab yours at sophiesmart.com.
Around the Village Takeaway
This Saturday, let the music carry you — because when neighbors gather in praise, the village doesn't just survive, it shines.
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