Cimarron Opera’s Festival of Spirituals

In person and online!

About the Festival of Spirituals

The Festival of Spirituals, which actually predates the founding of Cimarron Circuit Opera Company, has been a Palm Sunday tradition since 1970. The late Thomas and Carol Brice Carey, opera singers and Cimarron Circuit founders, developed the annual festival to keep aspects of African-American heritage alive. A selection of new and familiar spirituals will be presented by the community, student, and guest singers. The festival is one of only a few nationwide that seeks to preserve this original American art form and the stories surrounding its evolution.

Admission for the Festival of Spirituals is always free!

The 2027 Festival

Details about the 57th Annual Festival of Spirituals will be announced soon!

The 2027 Festival of Spirituals will be presented in person and will also be broadcast online at a later date so even more people can enjoy this annual festival.

Registration is always free and open to everyone. We will also offer an optional donation opportunity for those who wish to support Cimarron Opera and help us continue providing this program free of charge for our community.

Previous Festivals