CLAYMONT, DEL. — Grammy-nominated R&B singer Glenn Jones will be the featured performer at Wilmington’s Gentlemen of Distinction’s 35th Anniversary New Year’s Eve Celebration on Thursday, December 31, 2026, promising an unforgettable evening of music, entertainment, and celebration.
The special performance came about after a conversation between Sam Bailey, CEO and founder of Wilmington’s Gentlemen of Distinction, and Dave Wooley, Glenn Jones’s manager and a veteran entrepreneur in the sports and entertainment industry. Wooley, CEO of Wooley Entertainment and a longtime friend of Bailey, suggested the organization’s milestone anniversary deserved something extraordinary to thank the people who have supported it throughout its 35-year history.
Wooley proposed bringing Jones in as a special treat for attendees at no additional charge. Bailey welcomed the idea and immediately agreed.
With a career spanning more than three decades, Glenn Jones has established himself as one of R&B music’s celebrated vocalists and balladeers. His distinctive voice and romantic recordings have earned him a loyal following and made his music a staple of R&B radio, adult contemporary playlists, and romantic music collections worldwide.
Guests can look forward to hearing some of Jones’s memorable recordings, including “Here I Go Again,” “We’ve Only Just Begun,” “Show Me,” and “I’ve Been Searchin’ (Nobody Like You),” along with other fan favorites.
The entertainment lineup will feature much more than the headlining performance. DJ KAY Gee, B-Luv, Dave & Selena, Doc B, AJ Rivers, and Darryl Taylor will also entertain guests. Philadelphia’s Expressions of Soul Band will provide additional live musical entertainment.
With five parties in multiple rooms, the celebration promises an exciting atmosphere with entertainment and activities for attendees throughout the evening.
The three-day anniversary celebration will begin Wednesday, December 30, with a special meet-and-greet. The festivities continue Thursday, December 31, with an elegant New Year’s Eve gala. The celebration concludes Friday, January 1, with a spectacular jazz breakfast at the Hilton Hotel, exclusively for registered guests.
“This extravagant New Year’s event sells out every year. Therefore, you should get your tickets now,” said Sam Bailey.
The 35th Anniversary New Year’s Eve Celebration will take place at the elegant Waterfall Banquet Hall, 3416 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, Delaware 19702.
As Wilmington’s Gentlemen of Distinction celebrates 35 years of service and community engagement, this milestone event offers an opportunity to recognize its supporters while welcoming the New Year with an outstanding lineup of entertainment.
For tickets and additional information, visit www.wilmingtonsgents.com.
Written by David Freeman Wooley / Wooley Entertainment | November 10, 2026
