‘Radical Joy!’ — Patti LaBelle, Sheila E. & More Black Women Lead A Soulful Summer At BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! 2026
Iconic singer Patti LaBelle will headline the 2026 BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Festival, joined by a star-studded lineup. The post ‘Radical Joy!’ — Patti LaBelle, Sheila E. & More Black Women Lead A Soulful Summer At BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! 2026 appeared first on MadameNoire.
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The 47th annual BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! festival returns to Prospect Park this summer, bringing an exciting lineup of music legends and contemporary stars to one of New York City’s most beloved outdoor stages. Headlining this year’s season is the legendary “Godmother of Soul,” Patti LaBelle, alongside celebrated performers including Sheila E., Liz Phair, and many more.
Presented in partnership with Prospect Park Alliance and NYC Parks, the landmark free outdoor festival officially launched on June 4 and will continue through Sep. 19, offering Brooklyn audiences a summer filled with music, culture, and community.
Patti LaBelle will headline on June 26.
One of the season’s most anticipated events is Patti LaBelle’s June 26 Benefit Show. The iconic singer, whose powerful voice has defined generations of American music, will make a special appearance in a performance that marks a major milestone for BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!. It is the first time the festival has booked an artist of her stature directly, without the support of a corporate promoter. Best known for classics such as “If Only You Knew,” “New Attitude,” and “Stir It Up,” LaBelle personally invited fans to attend through a video message shared on the BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Instagram page on June 6, adding even more excitement to a season that is already off to a remarkable start.
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