By Hazel Scott/ASU
Tickets are now on sale for one of Montgomery’s premier events – Alabama State University’s 2026 President’s Gala, a philanthropic evening that benefits strategic and student-focused initiatives.
The event, “Illuminating Leadership and Elevating Legacy,” returns to the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa on September 4, 2026, at 7 p.m. Registration and the reception begin at 5:30 p.m. The Gala celebrates ASU’s rich heritage and stands as a testament to the endless possibilities that await Alabama State University and its students.
The unforgettable evening includes a delectable meal and an opportunity to mingle with fellow Hornets and friends of the University.
Guests will groove to the musical talents of Grammy-winning R&B singer and songwriter Anthony Hamilton. Hamilton’s string of hits includes “Charlene,” “Comin’ From Where I’m From,” “Best of Me,” “The Point of It All,” “Can’t Let Go,” and his Grammy Award-winning song “You’ve Got the Love I Need.”
Actor Sean Freeman is this year’s emcee. Freeman currently stars as Andre Richardson in CBS’s daytime soap opera “Beyond the Gates.” His other notable TV credits include recurring roles in “Finding Happy,” “Tales,” “Bound,” “No Perfect Love” and “Boxed In.”
Be among the first to purchase your tickets by visiting https://tinyurl.com/ASUPresGala2026. Different levels of sponsorships are also available.
Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to celebrate ASU, “Where History Is Made.”
For sponsorship opportunities and additional details, visit PresidentsGala@alasu.edu.