Plenty of Americans want to make a difference—they just don’t always know where to start.
Tomorrow July 11th, Be The People Fest comes to Nashville to change that: a free afternoon connecting people who want to help with the many ways they actually can, right where they live.Â
At the center is a first-of-its-kind Join Fair, bringing together some of the region’s most impactful organizations including Hands On Nashville, Habitat for Humanity, Blue Star Families, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee, Welcome.US Nashville, and others under one roof.
Instead of one cause asking for your time, it’s dozens of doorways into problem-solving in one place: guests can meet local changemakers, hear their stories, find the path that fits them, and take part in an interactive passport experience, earning giveaways as they connect with organizations throughout the afternoon.
The afternoon builds to a live performance of “Gotta Be Us (Be The People),” featuring Luke Borchelt and Sadie Rose Van, before culminating in a free headline concert from Nathaniel Rateliff.
More than a festival, Be The People Fest is part of Be The People, a 10-year national call to action that connects community problem solvers with millions of Americans ready to do their part — celebrating those already doing the work in their communities and inspiring others to get involved.
WHAT: Be The People Fest — A free community festival featuring:
· First-of-its-kind Join Fair with leading Middle Tennessee nonprofits
·       Live performances by Luke Borchelt and Sadie Rose Van
·       Performance of “Gotta Be Us (Be The People)”
· Live performance by Devon Gilfillian
· Surprise headlining performance from Nathaniel Rateliff
· Interactive passport challenge with giveaways
· Local food trucks including Smokin’ Buttz, Daddy’s Dogs, and Retro Sno
WHEN:      Saturday, July 11, 2026
             4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
             Private walk through 3:15pm
WHERE:   Marathon Music Works
            1402 Clinton Street
            Nashville, TN
