05/31/2026
MAFest 2.0 2026 Recap
On Sunday, May 3, 2026, the community came together for an unforgettable day of music, culture, creativity, and connection at MAFest 2.0. The festival brought together artists, performers, families, vendors, and supporters from across the region to celebrate the power of the arts and the spirit of community by honoring Ma Rainey Mother of the Blues.
To every artist and musician that participated we thank you for your time and commitment.
MAFest 2.0 a tremendous success.
We extend our deepest gratitude to the Columbus Jazz Society for serving as our host. Their commitment to preserving and promoting the arts continues to make a meaningful impact throughout our community. MAFest 2.0 would not have been possible without the generous hospitality and partnership of the Columbus Jazz Society.
We also offer special thanks to Dr. Cathy Cook and the Levitt Foundation for their invaluable sponsorship and support. Their investment in arts programming and community engagement helped bring this vision to life and ensured that MAFest 2.0 could be enjoyed by attendees of all ages. We are incredibly grateful for Dr. Cook's leadership and for the Levitt Foundation's ongoing dedication to expanding access to the arts.
The success of MAFest 2.0 reflects the collective effort of our volunteers, performers, vendors, sponsors, partners, and attendees. Every contribution helped create a vibrant and welcoming environment that celebrated creativity, diversity, and community pride.
Hosted annually on the historic grounds of the Liberty Theater we are reimagining a bright future ahead!!!! thank you for providing staging and thank you for sound, staff and security.
As we reflect on the memories created during MAFest 2.0, we are inspired and excited for what lies ahead. Thank you to everyone who joined us, and we look forward to seeing you at future events as we continue to build, celebrate, and strengthen our creative community together.
To every artist and musician that participated we thank you for your time and commitment.
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Shoutout to Levitt Family Foundation for their support of this year’s [Name of Festival]! A social impact funder at the intersection of music, public space, and community building, supports changemakers and nonprofits nationwide to build healthy, connected, and thriving communities by making live music accessible and bringing people of all ages and backgrounds together. Learn more: levitt.org
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