The city’s heartbeat returns stronger than ever with “Doing It In The Park: Kiamo & Friends”, a powerful community-driven event built on unity, culture, and celebration. Set for Saturday, July 12th at 390 Gregory Avenue, Passaic, NJ, this isn’t just a concert — it’s a homecoming. A moment where the city of Passaic gathers as one family under the summer skies to celebrate life, love, and lyrical talent.
Hometown Hero Kiamo, this show is a personal statement — he’ll be bringing out his closest friends and collaborators to perform with him live on stage, sharing the spotlight with artists such as K-Prez, Fatboi Dash, Jody Banks, Zeenie, Nae2Cozy & many more surprise guests.
Hosted by: Imani Renè, the voice behind the “Faith in Reality” podcast, bringing energy, spirit, and community connection to the mic. Live on set: DJ SoReal, who will be rocking with Kiamo.
But this isn’t just about music — Doing It In The Park is about giving back to the community that raised us. The evening will include• Live stage performances starting at 7:30 PM• A basketball tournament bringing together local talent• A bike giveaway for the youth • Food vendors, good vibes, and unforgettable moments
Legacy Lives On: A Tribute to Mr. Willis
This event holds deep meaning for Isaiah Willis, who honors his late father — a driving force behind this movement: “To me, Doing It In The Park is a legacy. My dad worked relentlessly at bringing this back — to see the smiles on the kids’ faces put a smile on his. He meant the world to me and to many, and I will not let him down with this. On this day each year, we have free burgers, hotdogs, water, ice cream, face painting, and other activities, as well as individual business vendors who help make the day more exciting. Throughout each year, we have fundraisers to raise enough money to host this summer event and to giveaway bikes and/ or prizes as well as high school graduate scholarships to eligible seniors. It is truly a remarkably, rewarding experience that I look FORWARD to each and every year. Im grateful and honored to be able to keep it going”.
This free, all-ages event stands as a testament to what happens when culture, consistency, and community collide. Whether you’re from Passaic or beyond, you’re invited to pull up, show love, and be part of the movement.
