Gala Chair: Mary Ellen Clark
An exquisite evening recital featuring international superstar Audra McDonald in the intimate Baker-Baum Concert Hall. You’re invited for an exclusive and intimate performance that benefits La Jolla Music Society’s Artistic and Learning and Engagement programs.
EVENING PROGRAM
4:00 PM Champagne Reception
5:00 PM Seated Dinner and Paddle Raise
8:00 PM Concert
9:30 PM Dessert and Dancing
Black Tie · Complimentary Valet Parking
For further information, please contact Special Events at Gala@TheConrad.org or call 858-526-3450.
GALA TABLES
$50,000 Royal Orchid Table Sponsor
- Exclusive onstage meet-and-greet with Audra McDonald in The Baker-Baum Concert Hall, including a commemorative photograph and champagne toast
- Premier VIP dinner table placement for ten guests, with VIP premier concert seating
- Specially curated selection of fine wines served at your VIP diner table
- Premier sponsor recognition in the WinterFest Gala program book, gala website, and throughout the evening’s digital presentations
- Special verbal recognition during the dinner program as a Leading Benefactor
- Invitation to an exclusive patron reception honoring WinterFest Gala supporters on Saturday, May 1, 2027
- $45,000 is tax deductible
$25,000 Grand Dahlia Table Sponsor
- Preferred VIP dinner table placement for ten guests, with VIP preferred concert seating
- A specially curated selection of fine wines served at your VIP dinner table
- Prominent sponsor recognition in the WinterFest Gala program book, on the gala website, and throughout the evening’s digital presentations
- Special verbal recognition during the dinner program
- Invitation to an exclusive patron reception honoring WinterFest Gala supporters on Saturday, May 1, 2027
- $20,000 is tax deductible
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
$10,000 Magnolia
Sponsor for One
- Premiere dinner and concert seating for one guest
- Featured sponsor recognition in the WinterFest Gala program book, on the gala website, and throughout the evening’s digital presentations
- Invitation to an exclusive patron reception honoring WinterFest Gala supporters on Saturday, May 1, 2027
- $9,500 is tax deductible
$5,000 Camellia
Sponsor for One
- Premium dinner and concert seating for one guest
- Sponsor recognition in the WinterFest Gala program book, on the gala website, and throughout the evening’s digital presentations
- Invitation to an exclusive patron reception honoring WinterFest Gala supporters on Saturday, May 1, 2027
- $4,500 is tax deductible
$3,000 Azalea
Sponsor for One
- Preferred dinner and concert seating for one guest
- Sponsor recognition in the WinterFest Gala program book, on the gala website, and throughout the evening’s digital presentations
- Invitation to an exclusive patron reception honoring WinterFest Gala supporters on Saturday, May 1, 2027
- $2,500 is tax deductible
$20,000 Magnolia
Sponsor for Two
- Premiere dinner and concert seating for two guests
- Featured sponsor recognition in the WinterFest Gala program book, on the gala website, and throughout the evening’s digital presentations
- Invitation to an exclusive patron reception honoring WinterFest Gala supporters on Saturday, May 1, 2027
- $19,000 is tax deductible
$10,000 Camellia
Sponsor for Two
- Premium dinner and concert seating for two guests
- Sponsor recognition in the WinterFest Gala program book, on the gala website, and throughout the evening’s digital presentations
- Invitation to an exclusive patron reception honoring WinterFest Gala supporters on Saturday, May 1, 2027
- $9,000 is tax deductible
$6,000 Azalea
Sponsor for Two
- Preferred dinner and concert seating for two guests
- Sponsor recognition in the WinterFest Gala program book, on the gala website, and throughout the evening’s digital presentations
- Invitation to an exclusive patron reception honoring WinterFest Gala supporters on Saturday, May 1, 2027
- $5,000 is tax deductible
GALA TICKETS
Available at a later date, subject to availability.
UNDERWRITING
Help bring the WinterFest Gala to life by underwriting a special element of this extraordinary evening. Your generous support directly benefits La Jolla Music Society’s Artistic and Learning & Engagement Programs.
UNDERWRITER RECOGNITION & BENEFITS
- Underwriting gifts of $5,000 or more include recognition in the WinterFest Gala program book and evening digital presentations. Program book recognition requires a commitment by March 2, 2027.
- Contributions of $3,000 or more per individual or $6,000 or more per household include an invitation to an exclusive patron reception honoring WinterFest Gala supporters on Saturday, May 1, 2027.
- All underwriting gifts are 100% tax-deductible.
