Bobby Brown Headlines Southern University's 4th Annual Athletics Gala

Grammy Award-winning R&B icon Bobby Brown will headline the 4th Annual Southern University Athletics Gala, bringing one of R&B music's most recognizable entertainers to Baton Rouge for an unforgettable evening supporting HBCU athletics.

Scheduled for August 22, 2026, the gala will unite alumni, corporate partners, donors, community leaders, and Jaguar supporters for a celebration of athletic excellence while raising critical funding for Southern University student-athletes and athletic initiatives.

Key Event Dates

July 9–10, 2026    Bobby Brown announced as gala headliner
August 22, 2026    Southern University 4th Annual Athletics Gala
Evening    Reception, Dinner, Fundraising Program
Evening    Live Performance by Bobby Brown
Throughout Event    Alumni & Corporate Networking