Baton Rouge’s Oldest Debutante Society
Founded in 1956, Le Cercle de Bacchus is recognized as Baton Rouge’s oldest Debutante Society. Debutantes – referred to as Honorees, are selected based on criteria that exemplifies the most well rounded of outstanding young leaders, academics, athletes, and philanthropist. Each year, before the conclusion of Mardi Gras season, a select group of Baton Rouge’s most eligible young women are chosen from hundreds of highly competitive nominees. In a continued tradition, Le Cercle de Bacchus hosts a presentation ball, highlighting these outstanding new Honoree Members.
After being presented, Honorees join a club in which hundreds of women have been admitted since the first Presentation Ball held January 23, 1958. As an Honoree Member, the young woman becomes part of Le Cercle de Bacchus for life. The Honoree is welcomed back annually and as part of her lifetime membership encouraged to attend organization events each year.
Nominate an Honoree
We are currently taking honoree nominations. Click the link below to nominate an honoree for the 2022-2023 year!
Benefits of Membership.
A membership in Le Cercle de Bacchus offers the most accomplished young adults of Baton Rouge a network to continue to grow and excel.
Our Membership & Past Honorees
Our membership is comprised of a diverse mix of Alumnus, Young Professionals, and Honorees. Male membership is extended to young professionals who are college graduates and exemplify characteristics of Baton Rouge’s most eligible leaders. This exclusive group of young professionals is charged with the guidance of the young honorees as they are introduced to society.
Latest News
Keep up to date with Le Cercle de Bacchus. The latest articles, announcements, and information can be found below.
Le Cercle de Bacchus Elects New Directors Elections and appointments for the 2022 Officers were recently conducted, and the...
It is time once again for Le Cercle de Bacchus to select the Honorees for the Annual Presentation Ball....
Le Cercle de Bacchus Elects New Directors Elections and appointments for the 2018 Officers were recently conducted, and the...
Bacchus Ball As written by The Advocate: Pam’s Party Line See the full article here Bacchus Presentation Twelve young...
Le Cercle de Bacchus Elects New Directors Elections and appointments for the 2017 Officers were recently conducted, and the...
Le Cercle de Bacchus Opens Honoree Nominations It is time once again for Le Cercle de Bacchus to select the Honorees for the...
Bacchus Ball As written by The Advocate: Pam’s Party Line See the full article here Another 800-plus crowd filled...
As written by The Advocate See the full article here Le Cercle de Bacchus has announced the names of...
As written by The Advocate: Pam’s Party Line See the full article here Debutantes, special recognitions and tea parties...
As written by The Advocate See the full article here Le Cercle de Bacchus has announced the names of...
Founded in 1956, Le Cercle de Bacchus is an organization composed of Baton Rouge’s most eligible young bachelors and professionals. The primary focus of the organization is to host an annual Presentation Ball to honor a select group of Baton Rouge’s most outstanding young women, selected by the membership… read more
Our Mission
To promote camaraderie among tomorrow’s leaders and present outstanding young women in a manner that emulates a blend of Latin gaiety, Southern graciousness, and the elegance of the times past.