American Awakening presents the “Better Together” Event with music and timely messages
On July 28, American Awakening invites you to join their “Better Together” event. Join for King & Country, Lecrae, Crowder, Jonathan McReynolds and The New Respects as they come together and blur the lines of politics, race and genre for an amazing moment of music. This FREE concert stream starts at 8pm. Register for free at
Tickets for SonFest 2026 at mvnu are on sale now!
Date: Saturday 9/19/2026
Time: Noon – 10pm
Location: MVNU, 800 Martinsburg Road, Mount Vernon
The annual Christian music festival will feature performances on the indoor main stage in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium and an outdoor second stage.
NEW this year – For the first time in the festival’s 30-year history, attendees will be able to select their seats at the time of purchase. The indoor main-stage venue will feature reserved seating with tiered pricing based on seat location, providing guests with additional options to customize their concert experience.
In addition to live music, SonFest will feature food trucks, inflatables, yard games and a vendor tent. Outdoor attractions will be available throughout the day, creating a festival atmosphere for attendees of all ages.
Artists include:
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Chris Renzema
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Rock City Worship
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Gio
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Jordan Houghton
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Tickets: Are NOW ON SALE NOW here.
Due to venue capacity, concert tickets are limited.
Tickets start at $35. Groups of 10 or more are eligible for a $5 discount per ticket.
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Floor VIP Seat: $60
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Floor Deluxe Seat: $50
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Floor Premium Seat: $40
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Floor Rear Seat: $35
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Balcony Seat: $35
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Meet-and-Greet with Chris Renzema: $30
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Groups of 10 are more are eligible for a $5 discount per ticket.
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Additional fees will be added when purchasing tickets online
More Artist Information:
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Chris Renzema has emerged as one of Christian music’s most compelling singer-songwriters, known for his honest lyrics, thoughtful storytelling and worshipful approach to music. Since releasing his debut album in 2018, Renzema has connected with audiences through songs such as “God Is,” “How to Be Yours” and “Just As Good.” His music blends vulnerability and faith, encouraging listeners to encounter God in both life’s joys and challenges.
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Rock City Worship brings a complementary congregational energy to the lineup. The worship ministry of Rock City Church in Columbus, Ohio, the collective has gained a national following through songs such as “Good Plans,” “I Will Look Up” and “More Than Enough.” Known for creating music that serves the local church, their music emphasizes the hope of the gospel and encourages believers to live boldly in their faith.
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Gio grew up on the outskirts of Boston and found himself surrounded by gospel music and poetry at a very young age. Inspired by artists like TobyMac and Andy Mineo, he started writing music, eventually leading him to share his work with the rest of the world. Gio hopes to bring a new, modern look to Christian music with the intensity of his various pop and hip-hop sounds. He wants his audience to understand that they’re not alone in their walk with God when they listen to his music and that they are not left stranded. He believes that there is a need for creativity in the Christian music world and doesn’t want to put any barriers on the art that he makes. Gio also hopes to inspire the next generation to create freely with their God given gift
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Jordan Houghton’s musical upbringing is firmly planted in the Gospel space as a member of the multi-Grammy award winning group, Israel & New Breed. He has been a part of multiple recordings and tours with New Breed as a core member and featured artist. Jordan has also written, arranged, produced, and composed for many artists including Unified Sound, Anchor MSC, City Movement, Maverick City Music and Aaron Moses.
Join WNZR LIVE at Sonfest from 1pm to 8pm.
Stop by Big Blue and register to win a WNZR Duffle Bag full of goodies including:
* T-Shirts
* frisbees
* MVNU Portable Power Charging Bank
* MVNU Cougar Socks
* MVNU Sunglasses
* MVNU Tote Bag
* WNZR guitar flyswatter
* Water Bottle
* Drawstring Backpack
* NIV Bible
* WNZR Journal
The winner will be announced at 7:30pm.
You have chances to win THIS WEEK!
Sonfest Trivia – THIS WEEK on The Morning Thing and The Afternoon Drive will have trivia about this year’s event and past Sonfests. If you are the first person to answer correctly, you win two tickets to Sonfest 2026!
Tune into The Morning Thing at 7:30am or The Afternoon Drive at 4:50pm.
On The Road with Big Blue - Prizes and Family Fun all year long!
Sonfest 2026 Schedule
Doors Open at 12:40pm for VIP Ticket Holders, 1:00pm for General Admission Tickets
1:30 PM — Brook Abella (Outdoor Stage)
2 PM — TBA (Outdoor Stage)
2:50 PM — Jordan Houghton (Chapel Auditorium)
3:55 PM — Light Vessel (Outdoor Stage)
4:45 PM — Rock City Worship (Chapel Auditorium)
6:05 PM — Logan & Katie (Outdoor Stage)
6:55 PM — gio. (Chapel Auditorium)
8:15 PM — Chris Renzema (Chapel Auditorium)