The Apollo Spring Gala is a star-studded event where some of the hottest names in show business come together to celebrate Apollo legends. Past inductees include Lionel Richie, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Quincy Jones, Patti LaBelle, Michael Jackson, Smokey Robinson among others.
Each Apollo Hall of Fame Inductee is honored with a plaque on the Apollo Walk of Fame, installed under the Theater’s iconic marquee. The Concert and Awards ceremony will be followed by one of the year’s best parties with cocktails, buffet and dancing.
This year, Grammy Award-winning R&B superstars Mary J. Blige and Patti LaBelle take to the Apollo stage alongside Jennifer Holliday, Alexandra Burke and more - all in salute to the incomparable Chaka Khan.
The Spring Gala attracts many celebrity guests such as Prince, Chris Tucker, Jamie Foxx, Mariah Carey, Angela Bassett and more. You never know who will show up on this year’s red carpet!