Global Citizen Festival returns to Central Park on Saturday

The Global Citizen Festival is set to take place on Saturday at Central Park's Great Lawn, marking its 12th year in this location. Despite forecasts predicting rain, organizers, including Global Citizen and the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation, have confirmed that the event will proceed as planned, citing safety based on current weather predictions. They expressed optimism for a successful festival, regardless of the weather conditions. In the event of any damage to the park, Global Citizen has committed to covering repair costs. The festival aims to raise awareness and funds to combat extreme poverty and coincides with the U.N. General Assembly. This year, the event will be hosted by Hugh Jackman and feature notable appearances from figures such as Dr. Jane Goodall and Chris Martin of Coldplay. Attendees are advised about security measures, including bag policies that prohibit larger bags and certain items. The festival is expected to draw a significant crowd, with gates open until 8 p.m. and the event concluding around 10 p.m.