45th Annual John Lennon Tribute at The Town Hall, New York, NY, Friday, December 12, 2025.

Judy Collins will be the 11th recipient of the John Lennon Real Love Award and play some of her favorite John Lennon/Beatles classics at the 45th Annual John Lennon Tribute. The folk legend will be joined by a lineup of acclaimed artists, including Graham Nash, Suzanne Vega, Jimmy Webb, Livingston Taylor, Valerie June, Willie Nile, Yola, Lucy Kaplansky, The Kennedys, Music Director Rich Pagano, and Host Joe Raiola.

Tickets go on sale September 12th: https://www.lennontribute.org/

“It is truly an honor to be this year’s John Lennon Real Love Award honoree, celebrating Lennon’s enduring impact and keeping his memory alive through the very ideals he championed.” — Judy Collins

All proceeds benefit Theatre Within, the non-profit providing ongoing free programs in creative expression and mindfulness, including the John Lennon Real Love Project, for families impacted by cancer and children in public elementary schools.

“It is especially meaningful to me and my mom that proceeds from the Tribute help bring my father’s music to the cancer community and public schools with the John Lennon Real Love Project.” — Sean Lennon