Get ready, Chicago! The 2025 Soar Awards are bringing gospel’s biggest superstars to the city for an unforgettable night of powerful performances, legendary honors and soul-stirring music!


Get ready, Chicago! The 2025 Soar Awards are bringing gospel’s biggestsuperstars to the city for an unforgettable night of powerful performances, legendary honors and soul-stirring music!

Chicago, Il. - The highly anticipated 2025 Soar Awards will take place on Monday, March 3, 2025, at the Greenwood Oasis located 7621 S. Greenwood in Chicago, IL, bringing together some of the most influential figures in gospel music. Hosted by a dynamic duo of award winning recording artist Jekalyn Carr and talk show host Willie Moore Jr., this unforgettable evening will honor Yolanda Adams, Smokie Norful, and Archbishop William Hudson, celebrating their remarkable contributions to the gospel music industry.

The 2025 Soar Awards will be an evening of powerful performances, emotional tributes, and unforgettable moments. Gospel music fans can expect extraordinary live performances by a stellar lineup of artists, including Karen Clark Sheard, Zacardi Cortez, Tasha Page-Lockhart, Lisa Page Brooks, and many more for an unforgettable night of powerful performances, legendary honors, and soul-stirring music.

In addition to the captivating musical showcases, the awards ceremony will honor gospel legends Yolanda Adams, Smokie Norful, and Archbishop William Hudson, recognizing their lasting impact on the gospel community and beyond. These icons have inspired generations with their messages of faith, hope, and love through their music and ministry.

The event promises to be an unforgettable celebration of gospel music’s rich legacy and its ongoing influence in the cultural and spiritual landscape.

Event Details:

Date: March 3, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM CST Venue: Greenwood Oasis ( 7621 S. Greenwood Ave.,Chicago, Il.) Hosts: Jekalyn Carr and Willie Moore Jr. Honorees: Yolanda Adams, Smokie Norful, and Archbishop William Hudson Performers: Karen Clark Sheard, Zacardi Cortez, Tasha Page-Lockhart, Lisa Page Brooks, and more.

Tickets for the 2025 Soar Awards are now available for purchase at soar.ticketlocity.com.

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Dionne Williams

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