The Global Citizen Festival is making a powerful return to New York City. The 13th edition will be held at the iconic and legendary Great Lawn in Central Park on Sunday, September 28. The highly awaited event will bring fans, activists, and global leaders on a night of music and global action, as reported by ABC. With Cardi B and Shakira headlining, the festival promises to mix entertainment with meaningful change.
Music Meets Purpose
This year’s lineup is star-studded. Alongside Cardi B and Shakira, performers include Tyla, Ayra Starr, and Mariah the Scientist. Shakira expressed her excitement ahead of the show. She said she feels honored to headline the festival and looks forward to inspiring change through her music. Cardi B also spoke about the mission of the event. She said it is about helping children around the world and making the world a better place.
Global Goals for 2025
The 2025 campaign has set bold targets. Organizers aim to provide energy access to 1 million people in Africa. Another major initiative is ensuring that 30,000 children worldwide can access education and football through a partnership with FIFA. The campaign will also raise $200 million to protect 30 million hectares of the Amazon rainforest. In New York City, the goal is to register 40,000 volunteers to support communities across the city.
Activism on the Big Stage
Longtime host Hugh Jackman will once again lead the festival. His presence will spotlight the connection between music and activism. Hugh Evans, co-founder and CEO of Global Citizen, emphasized how urgent their mission is. “Every delay puts more lives and futures at risk,” Evans stated. Since its founding in 2008, Global Citizen has raised more than $43 billion, directly benefiting the lives of almost 1.3 billion people.The Global Citizen Festival has become more than a concert, it’s a call to action. With Shakira, Cardi B, and other performers on stage, it showcases how music can inspire people everywhere to join the fight against poverty and push for real change.