The 2026 GLIDE Holiday Jam: Turn It Up and Turn It Out
GLIDE is thrilled to announce new details for the 2026 GLIDE Holiday Jam: Turn It Up and Turn It Out, headlined by three-time Grammy Award winner, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, and recipient of numerous lifetime achievement honors Patti LaBelle. Returning to The Warfield in San Francisco on Thursday, November 5, the GLIDE Holiday Jam will also feature powerhouse vocalist Destani Wolf, traditional Veracruz, Mexico music group Son de Fandango, and the legendary GLIDE Ensemble and The Change Band, led by Zoe Ellis.
For more than 40 years, the GLIDE Holiday Jam has brought together acclaimed artists, community leaders, and supporters for an unforgettable evening of music, inspiration, and hope while raising critical funds for GLIDE's mission of unconditional love, radical inclusion, and social justice. A beloved Bay Area tradition, the GLIDE Holiday Jam is where legendary artists meet everyday heroes, the spirit of the season shines brightest, and the community comes together to support GLIDE's life-changing programs, including meals, housing, recovery, health access, and services for women and families.
Patti LaBelle has captivated audiences for more than six decades with her extraordinary voice, electrifying stage presence, and enduring catalog of hits. Known worldwide as the "Godmother of Soul," she has sold more than 50 million records and remains one of the most celebrated and influential performers in American music.
"It has long been a dream to welcome Patti LaBelle to the GLIDE Holiday Jam stage," said Gina Fromer, President and CEO of GLIDE. "Music has the power to bring people together, inspire hope, and remind us of our shared humanity. Every year, the Holiday Jam harnesses that power to support GLIDE's work serving our neighbors experiencing poverty, homelessness, and crisis. We are honored to celebrate this tradition with an artist whose voice and spirit have touched generations."
Destani Wolf is a powerhouse vocalist known for her genre-defying sound, exceptional vocal range, and authentic songwriting. From performing at age 15 at San Francisco's Great American Music Hall to recording on more than 40 albums and touring internationally as lead vocalist for Cirque du Soleil's BAZZAR, she has developed a distinctive Cali-soul sound shaped by influences ranging from classic soul and Latin music to the Bay Area's vibrant music scene.
Son de Fandango is a traditional music ensemble from southern Veracruz, Mexico, formed in the Bay Area by Claudio Vega and Lolis García. Performing the vibrant Son Jarocho tradition, the group blends rural and urban influences into an energetic celebration of Mexican culture through music, dance, and community.
Since its beginnings on Christmas Day in 1966 with just ten singers and jazz legend John Handy, the GLIDE Ensemble and The Change Band has grown into one of the nation's most celebrated gospel ensembles. The group has performed with artists including Sammy Davis Jr., Leonard Bernstein, Marvin Gaye, Bono, Bobby McFerrin, Maya Angelou, Michael Franti, and Joan Baez. Led by Zoe Ellis, the Ensemble continues its tradition of inspiring audiences through the power of music.
Proceeds from the GLIDE Holiday Jam support GLIDE's comprehensive programs and services, helping thousands of individuals and families each year through meals, housing support, healthcare, recovery services, advocacy, and pathways out of poverty.
Tickets are on sale now at glide.org/holidayjam. Individual tickets are available for $125 and $550 (plus applicable fees), and sponsorship opportunities begin at $2,000. Join the GLIDE mailing list or follow GLIDE on social media for updates and reminders.
