Events

San Francisco Opera Guild hosts some of the most prestigious events in the Bay Area. Your presence supports the Guild’s education programs and helps us give voice to potential.

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Opera Ball 2026

San Francisco Opera’s biggest fundraiser of the year!

Thursday, November 12, 2026

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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. After dinner, enjoy a spectacular after-party, featuring music, dancing, and the company of fellow opera lovers.

Proceeds support San Francisco Opera and San Francisco Opera Guild’s artistic and education programming.

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An Evening on the Stage

Honoring Matthew Shilvock, General Director, San Francisco Opera

Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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We invite you to join San Francisco Opera Guild for An Evening on the Stage, one of the Bay Area's most anticipated holiday traditions, on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at the historic War Memorial Opera House.

This year, we are honored to celebrate Matthew Shilvock, General Director of San Francisco Opera, on the occasion of his 10th anniversary leading the Company. His visionary leadership has left a lasting impact on San Francisco Opera and opera lovers throughout the Bay Area and beyond.

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San Francisco Opera Guild graphic for “An Evening on the Stage,” honoring Matthew Shilvock on November 17, 2026, against a starry blue backdrop framed by theater curtains.

San Francisco Opera Guild Chapter Events

Celebrating opera throughout the Bay Area.

San Francisco Opera Guild's Chapters in the East Bay, Marin, Peninsula, San Francisco and Sonoma host educational and social events throughout the year.

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Past Events

San Francisco Opera Guild has hosted some of the most engaging events in the Bay Area. Funds earned at our events help underwrite our innovative education programs that reach more than 64,000 students in over 200 Bay Area schools.

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