New York City will come alive with music, talent and an extraordinary collection of performers when the Music Festival of Talent takes over Open Jar Studios on October 3, 2026, from 12 PM to 5 PM.
Presented by Byrddove MGMT & Bookings with Norman Cole of Cole Network Systems, the festival brings together an impressive and diverse lineup of artists for an afternoon celebrating live music, creativity and emerging and established talent in the heart of Manhattan.
The Music Festival of Talent will feature Lauren Byrd, Nate Hicks, Dianne Malloy, Candace Lanee, Tanieka C, Aja Moye, Lynette Rae, Adria Glenn, Brandy J, Denise Weeks, London Koi, Jeremy Lyons, Bonita Jalene, Alex Sayles, Bria Cheri, Ashley Keiko, Nico Latrey, Pariss El, Queen Destiny Griffith, Flow Boy Duece and Kylie Marshall.
With more than 20 artists appearing throughout the afternoon, the event promises a powerful mixture of voices, personalities and musical styles, creating a true showcase of talent against the backdrop of New York City.
The festival will take place at Open Jar Studios, 1601 Broadway, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10019, on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 12 PM until 5 PM.
From rising performers to seasoned artists, the Music Festival of Talent is designed to put the spotlight where it belongs—on the artists, their music and the energy of live performance. New York has always been a city where talent comes to be discovered, celebrated and remembered, and on October 3, Open Jar Studios will become the stage for the next chapter.
