La Jolla Music Society
SummerFest Gala 2026
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
Part of
An exquisite evening recital that will leave you feeling inspired. You’re invited for an exclusive and intimate performance that benefits La Jolla Music Society’s Artistic and Learning & Engagement Programs.
EVENING PROGRAM
5:30 PM Champagne Reception
7:00 PM Performance
7:30 PM Seated Dinner
9:00 PM Music and Dessert
Elevated Cocktail Attire • Complimentary Valet Parking
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Gala Chairs: Lise Wilson and Steve Strauss
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
700 Prospect St.
La Jolla, CA 92037
GALA TABLES
All tickets include complimentary valet parking, exclusive access to the Champagne reception, gourmet dinner, a live benefit concert featuring SummerFest Music Director Inon Barnatan and fellow SummerFest artists, plus an indulgent dessert after-party.
$50,000 Ruby Table Sponsor
- Preferred VIP table placement for ten guests during dinner and performance
- Exclusive, curated wine served at your Ruby table
- Premier recognition placement in the SummerFest Gala program book, website, and digital presentation
- Recognition from the stage as a Leading Benefactor of SummerFest
- Special verbal acknowledgment during the gala program
- Invitation to an exclusive patron reception honoring SummerFest Gala supporters, on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Rancho del Arte, the Rancho Santa Fe home of Iris Strauss
- $45,000 is tax deductible
$25,000 Diamond Table Sponsor
- VIP table seating for ten guests during dinner and performance
- Prominent recognition placement in the SummerFest Gala program book, website, and digital presentation
- Verbal recognition during the gala program
- Invitation to an exclusive patron reception honoring SummerFest Gala supporters, on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Rancho del Arte, the Rancho Santa Fe home of Iris Strauss
- $20,000 is tax deductible
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
All tickets include complimentary valet parking, exclusive access to the Champagne reception, gourmet dinner, a live benefit concert featuring Inon Barnatan and fellow SummerFest artists, plus an indulgent dessert after-party.
$10,000 Sapphire Ticket for One
- Premier seating for one guest during dinner and performance
- Featured placement in the SummerFest Gala program book, website, and digital presentation
- Invitation to an exclusive patron reception honoring SummerFest Gala supporters, on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Rancho del Arte, the Rancho Santa Fe home of Iris Strauss
- $9,500 is tax deductible
$5,000 Emerald Sponsor for One
- Premium seating for one guest during dinner and performance
- Recognition listing in the SummerFest Gala program book, website, and digital presentation
- Invitation to an exclusive patron reception honoring SummerFest Gala supporters, on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Rancho del Arte, the Rancho Santa Fe home of Iris Strauss
- $4,500 is tax deductible
$3,000 Topaz Ticket for One
- Preferred seating for one guest during dinner and performance
- Recognition listing in the SummerFest Gala program book, website, and digital presentation
- Invitation to an exclusive patron reception honoring SummerFest Gala supporters, on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Rancho del Arte, the Rancho Santa Fe home of Iris Strauss
- $2,500 is tax deductible
UNDERWRITING OPPORTUNITIES
Underwriting support above $3,000 per person or $6,000 per household includes an invitation to an exclusive patron reception honoring SummerFest Gala supporters, on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Rancho del Arte, the Rancho Santa Fe home of Iris Strauss
Underwriting support above $3,000 will receive name recognition in the program book and digital presentation at the SummerFest Gala.