“SPIRITS OF LOUISIANA” GALA BRINGS THE GLAMOUR OF FRANCE TO LOUISIANA’S OLD STATE CAPITOL ON OCTOBER 29
“SPIRITS OF LOUISIANA” GALA BRINGS THE GLAMOUR OF FRANCE TO LOUISIANA’S OLD STATE CAPITOL ON OCTOBER 29
“SPIRITS OF LOUISIANA” GALA BRINGS THE GLAMOUR OF FRANCE TO LOUISIANA’S OLD STATE CAPITOL ON OCTOBER 29 Back to Newsroom “SPIRITS OF LOUISIANA” GALA BRINGS THE GLAMOUR OF FRANCE TO LOUISIANA’S OLD STATE CAPITOL ON OCTOBER 29 September 22, 2026 “SPIRITS OF LOUISIANA” GALA BRINGS THE GLAMOUR OF FRANCE TO LOUISIANA’S OLD STATE CAPITOL ON OCTOBER 29 BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana Secretary of State Nancy Landry invites guests to Louisiana’s Old State Capitol for Spirits of Louisiana, its premier annual fundraising gala, presented in partnership with Entergy, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 29. This year’s theme, “Ooh La La Louisiane!” channels the glamour and allure of historic French nightlife. Attendees will experience an unforgettable evening of haute couture, Rococo grandeur, and joie de vivre inside one of the state’s most iconic historic landmarks. The event honors both the building's legendary "spirits" and the craft spirits distilled across Louisiana. Guests will enjoy a curated selection of Louisiana-made drinks, exceptional local catering, entertainment, and exclusive auction experiences. All proceeds from the gala directly fund preservation initiatives for Louisiana’s Old State Capitol, as well as its ongoing educational and cultural missions. Event Details When: Thursday, October 29 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Location: Louisiana’s Old State Capitol, 100 North Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70801 Admission: $100 per person Parking & Transit: Complimentary shuttle service will run from 6 to 10 p.m. from the parking lot adjacent to the Old Governor’s Mansion at the corner of North Blvd. and Royal St. Tickets can be purchased online at https://aesbid.com/ELP/LACAP26. About Louisiana’s Old State Capitol The 176-year-old statehouse has withstood war, fire, scandal, bitter debate, abandonment, and an occasional fistfight. Today, Louisiana’s Old State Capitol serves as a museum of political history. Through exhibitions and educational programming, Louisiana’s Old State Capitol, along with the Secretary of State’s eight other museums, brings Louisiana's stories and its people to life. Plan your next visit to one of our museums, experience the living history, and feel the heartbeat of our culture. Visit louisianaoldstatecapitol.org for more information.
