Special Events
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NUTCRACKER BENEFIT LUNCHEON: LAND OF DREAMS
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2025
Mark your calendar for a holiday tradition filled with wonder. Land of Dreams returns with a festive celebration perfect for families. Guests enjoy a festive luncheon, sweet treats, hands-on activities, special character appearances, and more — all leading up to a matinee performance of Helgi Tomasson’s beloved Nutcracker and a special moment on stage together to enjoy a proper snowfall in San Francisco.
OPENING NIGHT GALA
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2026
Celebrate the 2025 2026 Season at San Francisco Ballet’s signature event of the year. Enjoy lively cocktails and a dining experience at San Francisco City Hall, followed by a one-time-only performance at the War Memorial Opera House and an energetic after-party with live music and dancing.
SAN FRANCISCO BALLET SCHOOL SPRING FESTIVAL
FRIDAY, MAY 8 AND SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2026
The 2026 SF Ballet School Spring Festival returns this May with two gala-style performances at the War Memorial Opera House. On Saturday, May 9, 2026, a very special dinner will take place in the Main Lobby of the Opera House in support of SF Ballet School scholarships and financial aid programs. Other events for School families will be offered this year. More information to come.
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Donor Events
Throughout the year, San Francisco Ballet programs a steady stream of engaging weekly events as a benefit offering for donors and to invite more broad participation in the arts. For more ways to experience the ballet, learn about our individual giving options.
For more information, contact Chloe Mecum, Director of Events at cmecum@sfballet.org.
Young Patrons Circle Events
Join our young professionals group and share the excitement of our world-renowned company while enjoying behind-the-scenes access to events and parties.
MORE EVENTS
Throughout the year, San Francisco Ballet programs a steady stream of engaging weekly events as a benefit offering for donors and to invite more broad participation in the arts. For more ways to experience the ballet, learn about our individual giving options.
For more information, contact Chloe Mecum, Director of Events at cmecum@sfballet.org.
YOUNG PATRONS CIRCLE MEMBER EVENTS
Join our young professionals group and share the excitement of our world-renowned company while enjoying behind-the-scenes access to events and parties.