The 11th Annual Avidity Gospel Music Awards
Celebrating the voices. Honoring the visionaries. Elevating the sound of independent Gospel music.
November 6–8, 2026
11th Annual · Live on the Avidity Stage
A radiant lineup of independent Gospel voices takes the stage for the 11th Annual celebration — soloists, groups, and choirs sharing one unforgettable night.
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In the News
From Billboard chart triumphs to national press coverage — the movement grows louder every year.
Featured Videos
Kim Coles brings her celebrated presence to Dallas for a masterclass and co-hosting duties at the Avidity Gospel Music Awards.
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The exclusive compilation — a backstage pass to the year's most powerful independent Gospel recordings — debuts at #7 on the Billboard Compilation Albums Chart.
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This year's ballot spans 35 categories, honoring artists, producers, songwriters, and industry professionals who continue to elevate Gospel music.
Read more2026 Official Nominees
This year's ballot spans 35 categories. Hover to bring each portrait to life — a gallery of the independent Gospel community's finest.
The Stage
The Experience
Join thousands in Dallas for three days of performances, masterclasses, and the crowning of independent Gospel music's finest. Tickets and fan experiences are released in limited tiers.
Dates
November 6–8, 2026
Location
Dallas, Texas
Venue
Trinity Church
Edition
11th Annual
