Sunday, September 21st
10AM- 5PM
41st Street between 6th & 7th Avenues
Program
See What's Happening
Our festival includes a wide range of speakers and musicians passionate about social change, community health, and equitable development. Be part of inspiring workshops and discussions aimed at fostering a more just society.
Speakers
Empowering Voices
Engage with thought leaders and activists committed to fostering dialogue and raising awareness about pressing social issues. Their insights will guide our community toward meaningful progress and understanding.
Performers
Musical Experience
Experience live music performances that celebrate cultural expression. Our talented musicians reflect the diverse narratives and experiences of our community, uniting participants through the power of music.
Workshops
Interactive Learning
Participate in workshops that cover topics ranging from mental health to housing equity. These interactive sessions will equip attendees with the knowledge and tools to advocate for social change.
Featured Guests
Midtown South Community Council, coalitions of citizens, advocates, visionaries, artists, activists, musicians, educators, service providers, public servants, and changemakers whose stories will inspire and ignite.
Music & Art
for Justice
On September 21, 2025 the Communities Together: NY Social Justice and Music Fest will transform 41st Street between 6th Avenue and Broadway into a vibrant space for social justice, culture, and community unity, powered by the voices and visions of coalitions of citizens, activists, artists, advocates, educators, service providers, public servants. musicians, artists, and performers.
Featuring live performances by Eleanor & Dario, Ross Byron, Lenny Loop, Orion Chacon-Hurst, Mick Oakleaf, Patti Rothberg, Val Kinzler Band, Vinny Mongeluzo, and more.
Sunday, September 21, 2025, 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Location: W. 41st Street, btw 6th and 7th Avenues (near Bryant Park)
Use of Hours: The event will span six hours, featuring a balanced program of three hours of live music and three hours of host-led segments and oratory presentations. Musical performances and spoken engagements will alternate throughout the day, creating a dynamic rhythm of sound, storytelling, and community dialogue.
SUNDAY.09/21/25.10AM-5PM.41st.NYC.
Participants
A diverse coalition of voices will be present, including advocates and organizations working in health, homelessness, tenant rights, immigration, labor, and equitable development. Elected officials, residents, and community groups who share our principles will come together to amplify local struggles and build collective power.
Purpose & Objectives
This event aims to spotlight pressing societal issues and advocate for humane, people-centered governing policies. By highlighting injustices in health, housing, homelessness, development, and anti-war efforts, we also showcase the initiatives, achievements, and collective actions underway to challenge and transform harmful policies and systems.
Goal
Coalesce, unite our voices, rise, and be be "Louder and Stronger Together"
Musicians and Performers
A powerful lineup of musicians and artists will take the stage,
bringing rhythm, resistance, and celebration to the heart of our event.
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