2026 Chicago Gospel Music Festival Recap - E.G.O. Entertainment Network There are events you attend, and then there are experiences that stay with you long after the music ends. The 2026 Chicago Gospel Music Festival was exactly that—an unforgettable celebration of faith, hope, community, and the life-changing power of gospel music. Presented by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), this year's free festival brought thousands of worshippers, m