Global Citizen Festival

Global Citizen Festival (2013- )

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The Global Citizen Festival is an annual music festival established in 2012. Chris Martin, lead singer of Coldplay, is the current creative director of the event, and he will fulfill this role for the next 15 years. The event was created in 2015 to mark the establishment of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), a "to-do list" of 17 tasks to end extreme global poverty by the year 2030.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 15:00 (255 min)

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S06E01The 2022 Global Citizen Festival: Take Action NOWSep 24, 2022
S05E02The 2017 Global Citizen Festival: A Concert to End Extreme PovertySep 23, 2017
S05E01The 2017 Global Citizen Festival: A Concert to End Extreme PovertySep 23, 2017
S04E01Global Citizen Festival 2016Sep 24, 2016
S03E01Global Citizen Festival 2015Sep 15, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the Global Citizen Festival premiere?

The Global Citizen Festival premiered on September 28, 2013.

Where did the Global Citizen Festival take place in 2013?

The Global Citizen Festival took place at the Great Lawn in Central Park, New York City.

How many people attended the Global Citizen Festival in 2013?

The Global Citizen Festival in 2013 had an estimated attendance of 60,000 people.

Who were the headlining artists at the Global Citizen Festival in 2013?

The headlining artists at the Global Citizen Festival in 2013 were Stevie Wonder, Kings of Leon, Alicia Keys, and John Mayer.

What was the purpose of the Global Citizen Festival?

The Global Citizen Festival aimed to raise awareness and funds to end extreme poverty by 2030.

Which organization organized the Global Citizen Festival?

The Global Citizen Festival was organized by the Global Poverty Project.

Did the Global Citizen Festival have any special guests in 2013?

Yes, the Global Citizen Festival in 2013 had special guest appearances by Bono, will.i.am, and Elvis Costello.

How long did the Global Citizen Festival in 2013 last?

The Global Citizen Festival in 2013 lasted for approximately six hours, from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Were there any notable speeches at the Global Citizen Festival in 2013?

Yes, notable speeches were made by United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, U.S. Vice President Joe Biden, and Malala Yousafzai, the Pakistani education activist.

Was the Global Citizen Festival broadcasted on television in 2013?

Yes, the Global Citizen Festival in 2013 was broadcasted on NBC in the United States.

Were there any other Global Citizen Festivals held in 2013?

Yes, apart from the one in New York City, there was also a Global Citizen Festival held in 2013 in Mumbai, India.

Did the Global Citizen Festival in 2013 have any environmental initiatives?

Yes, the Global Citizen Festival in 2013 had environmental initiatives such as promoting sustainable energy and reducing carbon emissions.

Were there any ticket sales for the Global Citizen Festival in 2013?

No, tickets for the Global Citizen Festival in 2013 were not for sale. Instead, attendees earned their tickets by taking actions to support the cause.

Did the Global Citizen Festival in 2013 have any corporate sponsors?

Yes, the Global Citizen Festival in 2013 had corporate sponsors like HP, Citi, and Coca-Cola.

Were there any restrictions on what attendees could bring to the Global Citizen Festival in 2013?

Yes, attendees were not allowed to bring backpacks, large bags, or chairs to the Global Citizen Festival in 2013 for security reasons.

Did the Global Citizen Festival in 2013 have any charity partners?

Yes, the Global Citizen Festival in 2013 partnered with various charities like UNICEF, World Food Programme, and Oxfam to support their initiatives.

Also known as

  • Global Citizen Festival: A Concert to End Extreme Poverty (United States)

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