The performing artists are set for Amplify Fest 2025.
Amplify Fest is returning for another year, with two days of the Christian festival. Organizer Josh Turner said he did his research to make sure, but can say that Amplify Fest is “The largest annual evangelistic event in the country.”
Make plans and get tickets to attend this free festival on Friday, August 8th and Saturday, August 9th. Top national artists are coming to perform right here in Benton Arkansas. The address is 15523 Interstate 30. It’s closest to Exit 116, and is held on the land behind Holland Chapel Baptist Church. Read more below.
What local leaders are saying:
Organizers held a gathering in Benton on May 22nd, to let community leaders know what to expect for 2025. Businessmen Bart Ferguson and Josh Lane started the event with some info and a prayer. Ferguson stated that last year’s fest had over 70,000 attendees… and he urged everyone to start praying for cool weather now. It will be August in Arkansas, but it could happen…. “Last year, it was 80 degrees, and the year before that, it was 180 degrees,” said Ferguson.
Nick Hall is the featured speaker for the event in 2025. He is the Founder and President of Pulse Evangelism. Hall came to speak at the gathering on Thursday. He emphasized that Amplify is a grassroots effort, and that it’s an example of how God uses ordinary people.
Benton Mayor Tom Farmer speaks at small gathering for Amplify Fest 2025 plans.
Benton Mayor Tom Farmer stated the need for volunteers in all areas. He takes on the role of bus driver every year. Farmer quoted the Bible in Corinthians 10:31, saying, “Whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”
Volunteers are needed for merch setup, breakout support, the Amplify food tent, beverage stands, Amplify merch, artist merch, gate entry,kid’s zone, food tent cleanup, miscellaneous cleanup, and organize/sort tear down. You can see the volunteer list and sign up at this link.
Saline County Judge Matt Brumley (left) speaks at small gathering for Amplify Fest 2025 plans. Organizer Josh Turner also pictured (right).
Josh Turner said that last year, people came to Amplify Fest from Arkansas of course, but also from 24 other states. Saline County Judge Matt Brumley stated that it’s gone from 2,500 attendees the first year, to millions all over the world because of viewers on social media and streaming.
Brumley said over 1,700 people came to know Jesus at the last Amplify Fest. He read one woman’s letter: “I came here to party and to see Skillet. Instead I met Jesus.” Of course, she also saw Skillet play at 2024’s Amplify Fest.
What happens at Amplify Fest?
Performers
The schedule is coming soon but… in addition to featured speaker Nick Hall, see national performing artists Lecrae, Switchfoot, Matthew West, Charity Gayle, TRU-SERVA, Gio, Terrian and Jamie McDonald.
Bags are allowed but will be searched at the gate.
Amplify is held in a grass field so bring your own lawn chair and/or blanket.
No outside food or drink is allowed.
Cash and cards will be accepted, and an ATM will be available.
Kids
There will be a kids zone available on both days.
Comfort
Multiple food, drink, and merchandise vendors will be there.
There will have an A/C tent. Modest size umbrellas are allowed to use for shade and they ask that attendees keep umbrellas low to be respectful of others viewing the stage.
Tickets
Although entrance is free, it’s required to get tickets online at this link.
Volunteers
You can see the volunteer list and sign up at this link.
Vendors
If you’d like to become a vendor at this event, there are separate rates for food, merchandise and non-profits. See vendor info at this link.
For more information, visit the festival website www.amplifyfest.org and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/amplifyfest.
Browse MySaline’s list of all the great events in Saline County, at www.mysaline.com/events.
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