Creekside Gospel Music Convention 2020 Update By Lorraine Walker As the country comes out of pandemic hibernation and returns to a certain state of normalcy, gospel music concerts and events are once again filling up the calendar. Among these are Coastal Events, including the company’s cornerstone event, Creekside Gospel Music Convention. Creekside Gospel Music Convention 2020, takes place Oct. 25 - Oct. 29, 2020, at the Grand Smokies Resort Convention Center, in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. Creekside is an annual event, bringing hundreds of gospel music fans and over 50 artists to beautiful Pigeon Forge. The convention presents Southern gospel music showcases, evening concerts, and midnight prayer. Some of the great artists who are scheduled to appear at this time are the Hyssongs, 11th Hour, Gerald Crabb, Eagle’s Wings, Bibletones, the Browders, Josh and Ashley Franks, Mark209, and more. Families and church groups are encouraged to make plans now to attend this getaway into the Smoky Mountains. Not only can travelers expect each day to be filled with music, the Pigeon Forge area is host to many tourist attractions, restaurants, and shops, as well as the near-by nature trails, caves and overlooks of the mountains. Plan on arriving Sunday night, Oct. 25, 2020, for the Creekside Kickoff Concert. On Monday, enjoy the daytime showcases, Singing at the Square outdoor concert, and evening concert featuring the Dr. Jerry Goff Honors. The day is completed with Midnight Prayer. Tuesday will bring more showcases, special events, Singing at the Square and the evening concert, featuring
the Diamond Awards. 2020 Diamond Awards Top Ten Coastal Media Group and SGNScoops Magazine are pleased to announce that the 2020 Diamond Award voting is now open on the SGNScoops website, and ballots have been included with the SGNScoops print magazine. The Top Ten nominees have been announced and appear on the printed and online ballots. Everyone is invited to fill out the ballot or visit sgnscoops.com to enter the voting area and list their favorite picks for each Diamond Award category. The 2020 Diamond Awards will be presented on Oct. 27, 2020. Many vocal performances and surprise guests will be included in the gala evening. Wednesday and Thursday of Creekside week will be a presentation of showcases, special events, Singing at the Square, evening concerts, and Midnight Prayer. “I think this would be the perfect year to experience Creekside,” since Rob Patz, CEO of Coastal Events and
