Opera Ball

Opening Night Event Tickets

San Francisco Opera’s biggest fundraiser of the year!

Step into the 2026–27 Season with an unforgettable evening at San Francisco’s iconic City Hall. Your night begins with a sparkling cocktail hour, followed by an exquisite dinner prepared by celebrated local chefs, all set beneath the magnificent dome of City Hall’s breathtaking rotunda. Then journey across the plaza to the War Memorial Opera House for the opening night of Verdi’s Simon Boccanegra, led by Music Director Eun Sun Kim. When the final ovation fades, return to City Hall for a spectacular after-party, featuring music, dancing, and the company of fellow opera lovers.

This glittering kickoff to our new season supports San Francisco Opera and San Francisco Opera Guild’s artistic and education programming.

If you would like help putting together a full table, please reach out to our development office at events@sfopera.com, and we will be delighted to assist!

If you have any questions about your Opera Ball order, our Box Office is here to help!
Call (415) 864-3330 during Box Office hours to speak with a representative.

Includes valet parking, the Red Carpet, premier Rotunda dinner seating, complimentary beverages at intermission, and recognition as a Great Benefactor.

Individual • $10,000
Table for 10 • $100,000

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Contact the Opera Box Office at (415) 864-3330 for more information.

The most impactful level, providing vital support for San Francisco Opera and San Francisco Opera Guild education.

Please note, Opera Ball pricing above does not include performance tickets. Performance tickets will be included as an addition to your Opera Ball order. To purchase Opera Ball and Simon Boccanegra performance tickets, please click “BUY TICKETS.” You will then be able to select your preferred performance seating zone and number of tickets to complete your Opera Ball purchase. If you are a subscriber or already have a Simon Boccanegra ticket for September 12th, please place your order by calling 415-864-3330.
Includes valet parking, the Red Carpet, priority Rotunda dinner seating, complimentary beverages at intermission, and recognition as a Grand Benefactor.

Individual • $5,000
Table for 10 • $50,000

Contact the Opera Box Office at (415) 864-3330 for more information.

One ticket at this level is equivalent to the cost for a set of classroom visits by an opera educator.

Please note, Opera Ball pricing above does not include performance tickets. Performance tickets will be included as an addition to your Opera Ball order. To purchase Opera Ball and Simon Boccanegra performance tickets, please click “BUY TICKETS.” You will then be able to select your preferred performance seating zone and number of tickets to complete your Opera Ball purchase. If you are a subscriber or already have a Simon Boccanegra ticket for September 12th, please place your order by calling 415-864-3330.
Includes valet parking, the Red Carpet, preferred Rotunda dinner seating, and recognition as a Benefactor.

Individual • $3,500
Table for 10 • $35,000

Contact the Opera Box Office at (415) 864-3330 for more information.

One ticket at this level is equivalent to the cost of one principal wig and makeup for a principal singer.

Please note, Opera Ball pricing above does not include performance tickets. Performance tickets will be included as an addition to your Opera Ball order. To purchase Opera Ball and Simon Boccanegra performance tickets, please click “BUY TICKETS.” You will then be able to select your preferred performance seating zone and number of tickets to complete your Opera Ball purchase. If you are a subscriber or already have a Simon Boccanegra ticket for September 12th, please place your order by calling 415-864-3330.
Includes valet parking, the Red Carpet, Rotunda Mezzanine dinner seating, recognition as an Advocate, and an invitation to an exclusive penthouse pre-party in August at the Grand Penthouse at 181 Fremont Residences.

Individual • $2,000
Table for 10 • $20,000

Contact the Opera Box Office at (415) 864-3330 for more information.

One ticket at this level is equivalent to the cost to produce one pre-curtain talk for one opera performance.

Please note, Opera Ball pricing above does not include performance tickets. Performance tickets will be included as an addition to your Opera Ball order. To purchase Opera Ball and Simon Boccanegra performance tickets, please click “BUY TICKETS.” You will then be able to select your preferred performance seating zone and number of tickets to complete your Opera Ball purchase. If you are a subscriber or already have a Simon Boccanegra ticket for September 12th, please place your order by calling 415-864-3330.

The Evening

5pm

Red Carpet and Cocktail Reception at City Hall

Start your evening on the red carpet, followed by a festive cocktail reception in the Beaux-Arts beauty of San Francisco's City Hall.

6pm

Formal Dinner at City Hall

Then savor a lavish culinary experience created by the local chefs at McCalls Catering.

8pm

Performance at the War Memorial Opera House

Performance of Simon Boccanegra
Run time is 2 hours and 45 minutes including one intermission.
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11pm

After-Party at City Hall

Following the cries of “brava!” and “bravo!” you’ll head to the after-party that is the toast of the town! Dance away the evening to live music, or spend time in the lounge with libations, bites, and excellent company.

Red Carpet and Cocktail Reception at City Hall (5pm)

Start your evening on the red carpet, followed by a festive cocktail reception in the Beaux-Arts beauty of San Francisco's City Hall.

Dinner at City Hall (6pm)

Then savor a lavish culinary experience created by the local chefs at McCalls Catering.

Performance at the War Memorial Opera House (8pm)

After-Party at City Hall (11pm)

Following the cries of “brava!” and “bravo!” you’ll head to the after-party that is the toast of the town! Dance away the evening to live music, or spend time in the lounge with libations, bites, and excellent company.

Subscribers who need to exchange their tickets into opening night, have a series that includes opening night, or need to purchase additional tickets should call the box office at 415-864-3330 to place their Opera Ball order.
Each ticket includes dinner and a tax-deductible donation to San Francisco Opera, along with the cocktail reception and after-party. Performance tickets are an additional purchase, not included in the Opera Ball ticket.
Seating will be assigned in summer 2026. Seating requests may be submitted via email at patronservices@sfopera.com. Seating for subscription add-on tickets and exchanges will be different from subscription seating. We do our best to consider dinner seating requests but are unable to guarantee your first choice of dinner seating or performance seating. Call the Box Office at (415) 864-3330 with questions.
If you would like your Opening Night performance tickets to be sent to a different address than submitted during the checkout process, please contact the Box Office to let us know at (415) 864-3330.
Federal rules prohibit Donor Advised Funds from providing donations as part of Opera Ball ticket purchases. For more information please consult your Donor Advised Fund institution. For instructions on using appreciated stock to purchase Opera Ball tickets, please call (415) 565-3212.
The Opera Ball ticket price includes a fair market value of $350. The remaining tax-deductible portion will benefit a wide range of artistic initiatives at San Francisco Opera as well as San Francisco Opera Guild’s education programs during the 2026–27 Season.

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Secure your place at San Francisco's biggest night of the year, with proceeds supporting the future of opera and opera education in the Bay Area—ensuring the next 100 years of musical excellence.