BBCF announces 2026 Levitt AMP Selma Music Series

The Black Belt Community Foundation (BBCF) has officially announced the events for the 2026 Levitt AMP Selma Music Series.

The first concert will be held on July 25 and will go through Oct. 24. In addition to family activities there will be food trucks and vendors. 

The series is hosted as a partnership of City of Selma, the Selma Center for Nonviolence, Truth and Reconciliation, and the Selma-Dallas County Chamber of Commerce under the BBCF’s TRHT Selma. 

It is supported "in large part" by the Levitt Family Foundation to provide free music concerts for the Selma community. 

"This season is about so much more than just the music on stage," said Lydia Chatmon, TRHT Selma Director. "It's about bringing people together, supporting our local business ecosystem, celebrating our rich cultural heritage, and showcasing the very best of downtown Selma."

See below for a list of concerts and themes as described by a press release from BBCF: 

July 25 — The Inaugural Bridge City Jazz Festival: The season sets sail with an elegant, smooth-jazz atmosphere. Concertgoers are encouraged to come dressed in all-white attire for this premier opening night event.

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August 8 — Joy Jamboree: A dedicated day of play, music, and smiles designed specifically for children and families, featuring bounce houses, face painting, games, and youth-oriented fun.

August 22 — Smoke in the City: BBQ & Blues Festival: Fire up the grill and claim your bragging rights! This date blends a competitive community barbecue atmosphere with a soulful soundtrack of regional blues.

September 12 — Classic Cars & Chrome: Cruise in for this celebration of sleek vintage automobiles and deep musical grooves, featuring a car show paired with the absolute best in classic R&B, Soul, and Funk.

September 26 — Gospel Fest: An uplifting community favorite that elevates local and regional voices, celebrating the profound spiritual and musical heritage of the Black Belt.

October 10 — Fiesta on the River!: A vibrant cultural celebration packed with high-energy Latin music, salsa beats, and a community taco-eating contest, so don’t forget the hot sauce.

October 24 — Southern Soul: The Grand Finale: The ultimate season closer, bringing the community together one last night to celebrate some funky soul, great food, and collective joy.