Berklee's 2026 Gospel Music Hall of Fame
2026-05-01 20:00 - 21:30 UTC | Berklee Performance Center, 136 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA, United States
May 1, 2026 – Berklee College in Boston Honors Gospel Greats: Ricky Dillard, Nia Allen and Don Jackson

May 1, 2026
8:00p.m.
Berklee Performance Center
136 Mass Ave
Berklee Africana Studies presents the annual Gospel Extravaganza, a celebration of gospel music and Black sacred artistry. This dynamic performance showcases the depth, spirit, and global influence of gospel music across the African diaspora.
A highlight of the evening is the Berklee Gospel Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, where we will welcome a new class of honorees whose contributions have profoundly impacted gospel music and its cultural legacy. This year’s inductees performing with the students—Ricky Dillard, Dr. Nia Allen, and Don Jackson—join a distinguished group of honorees including Karen Bell, MAJOR., Jerome Kyles, Bishop Hezekiah Walker, Kurt Carr, Dr. Judith McAllister, Dr. Teresa Jackson, Dennis Montgomery, Rev. Milton Biggham, Evelyn Lee and Mrs. Elta Garrett
Together, these artists represent the excellence, innovation, and spiritual foundation of gospel music, and their induction continues Berklee’s commitment to honoring the voices that have shaped this enduring tradition.
An Unforgettable Night of Live Gospel Music and Berklee Gospel Music Hall of Fame Induction

Mother's Day Celebrations 2026
2026-05-08 19:00 - 2026-05-10 23:00
A series of major Mother’s Day Celebration concerts in May 2026 across several US cities, featuring gospel artists like Pastor Shirley Caesar, Marvin Sapp, and Deitrick Haddon.

Birmingham, AL (May 8): Boutwell Auditorium featuring Shirley Caesar, Marvin Sapp, Avery Sunshine, Melvin Crispell III, and Deitrick Haddon.
South Florida (May 9): The Faith Center in Sunrise featuring Pastor Shirley Caesar, Deitrick Haddon, Melvin Crispell III, and Marvin Sapp.
Detroit, MI (May 9): Fox Theatre Detroit.
Washington, D.C. (May 9): CareFirst Arena.
Chicago, IL (May 10): House of Hope Church Chicago.
Columbia, SC (May 10): Township Auditorium

For more information, visit: https://alwe.com/tours

Join Us for the 2nd ANNUAL Gospel Industry Honors!
2026-08-15 10:00 - 13:00
In every note sung and every lyric penned, there is a story of sacrifice, faith, and quiet determination that rarely makes the headlines. Gospel music, with its deep roots and wide reach, has always depended on more than just the voices on stage — it thrives because of countless men and women who labor behind the scenes, fueled by a calling far greater than fame.
This year, the Gospel Industry Coalition (GIC) is stepping into a new season of gratitude with an event that has been long overdue: the Inaugural Gospel Industry Honors — a moment to pause, reflect, and celebrate the “Unsung Sheroes & Heroes” whose unseen hands and unwavering hearts have kept the message alive.
Mark your calendar:
Friday, August 14, 2026
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM ET
CHARLOTTE, NC
For decades, I have witnessed firsthand how radio promoters burn the midnight oil, how publicists carry burdens few see, how background vocalists bring songs to life without standing in the spotlight. They do it not for glory, but because they know the power of gospel music to heal, uplift, and transform lives.
The Gospel Industry Honors is our way of giving flowers while they can still be appreciated. Saying thank you to those who have given so much without asking for anything in return. It is our collective exhale; a room filled with praise, laughter, tears, and testimonies that remind us why we do what we do.
Guests will gather for an elegant brunch, filled with moments of heartfelt recognition, stirring tributes, and stories that will inspire a new generation to serve this industry with the same integrity and passion.
Why you should be in the room:
This is not just an event — it’s a movement to reclaim the spirit of community and honor within gospel music. It’s a gathering where legends meet laborers, artists embrace administrators, and everyone is seen as vital to the mission.
Tickets: $100 for Non-Members | $75 for General/Professional Members | $50 for GIC Founding Members |
Seats are limited because we want this to be intimate — a family reunion of sorts, where hugs are genuine and gratitude flows freely.
Tickets go on sale May 1, 2026
If you have ever hummed a song that lifted your spirit, you owe a debt to someone whose name you may never know — until now. Join us as we stand together, as one body, to honor those who have quietly kept the fire burning.
Because in this industry, we know: to serve is to lead, and to lead is to love.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you.
