R&B Icon Evelyn “Champagne” King to Light Up Southern University’s Gala on the Bluff

BATON ROUGE, La. —Get ready for a night of unforgettable music and celebration as R&B legend Evelyn “Champagne” King headlines Southern University’s Gala on the Bluff on Oct. 17. Known for her timeless hits like “Love Come Down” and “I’m in Love,” King is set to bring her electrifying energy to Baton Rouge for Homecoming 2025.

The semi-formal gala kicks off at 7:30 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza Executive Center, 4728 Constitution Avenue in Baton Rouge, and promises an evening full of rhythm, soul, and Louisiana flair. Joining King on stage will be zydeco powerhouse Dwayne Dopsie and the dynamic Harry Anderson Band, giving guests a night packed with live music, dancing, and excitement.

But the gala is about more than just entertainment. Organizers have set a $100,000 fundraising goal to support scholarships for students in Southern’s College of Business. “This night is where music meets mission,” officials said. “Every ticket and sponsorship directly fuels the dreams of our future business leaders.”

Tickets and sponsorship tables can be purchased online at www.galaonthebluff.com. Guests may also call Ms. Toni Jackson at 225-771-5883 or Ms. Marilyn Doherty at 225-771-5191, or buy in person at Agnes Andrews Allstate Insurance Agency, 214 S. Acadian Thruway in Baton Rouge, 225-383-0877.

With star-studded performances, alumni, community leaders, and supporters all coming together, the Gala on the Bluff promises to be the most thrilling Homecoming event of the year.