Planning music community events for all ages

[StellaEJ]

Music has such power to bring people together, and I want to organize music community events that appeal to diverse tastes and age groups. What formats work best - concerts, jam sessions, listening parties, or something else? How do you balance different musical preferences without the event feeling disjointed? Also, any advice on managing sound levels to be respectful of neighbors while still creating an enjoyable experience? I want these events to be welcoming to both performers and audience members of all skill levels.