EVENT DETAILS

• 5:15 p.m. Early VIP Check-in
• 5:30 p.m. Courtyard Cocktail Reception
• 6:30 p.m. Seated Dinner with Live Music
• 7:30 p.m. Live Auction & Performance featuring Ben Gulley
• 8:45 p.m. Courtyard Dessert Reception with the Artists

EASY CHECK-IN

To help ensure a smooth and speedy check-in experience on event night, we encourage you to pre-register your credit card for raffle and live auction purchases.

MENU

All guests may enjoy signature cocktails, drinks, fine wines, salad, coffee, and desserts.

Guest pre-selected entree options include:

• Beef: Herbed Filet, Broccoli Rabe, Garlic Whipped Potatoes, Sauce Fine Herbes
• Fish: Fennel Citrus Sea Bass, Pea Risotto, Glazed Carrots, Chamomile Beurre Blanc
• Vegan: Yellow Thai Curry, Basil, Snap Peas, Carrots, Forbidden Rice

GETTING TO THE EVENT

Event Update: One block of First Street will be closed, between William Street and Reed Street, due to the Latinx Art Now! Auction, which begins at 6pm. Please plan accordingly and allow some additional time to get to the California Theatre. 

We recommend using a car service (Uber, Lyft, or taxi). Downtown San Jose may have events that increase traffic or parking demand.

Please enter the California Theatre from the South First Street entrance.

ATTIRE

Black tie optional | Pink and floral touches encouraged

RAFFLE

Raffle tickets can be purchased during cocktail hour and dinner from our roaming staff. The raffle draw will take place before the live auction.

• $20 for one ticket
• $50 for three tickets
• $100 for ten tickets

First Prize: Luxury Spa Getaway
Unwind with a luxurious spa escape designed for rest, renewal, and indulgence in the heart of wine country.

• Two-night stay at Purple Orchid Resort & Spa in Livermore
• Includes wine and cheese at Gathering Hour
• Full plated breakfast
• 2 x 50-minute spa treatments
• Total value: $1,200

Second Prize: Cocktail Class for 8
Unlock the secrets of the perfect pour with an exclusive, hands-on cocktail experience. This private class for eight guests offers a deep dive into the art of craft mixology, blending technique, history, and flavor profile design.

The Experience Includes:

• Expert Instruction: Learn the foundational techniques of shaking, stirring, and muddling from the Courage Anyone bar staff.
• Craft Your Own: Prepare (and enjoy!) three distinct cocktails, ranging from timeless classics to modern signatures.
• The Pro Toolkit: A guided walkthrough of essential bar tools, glassware selection, and the role of premium bitters and garnishes.
• Small Bites: Support local businesses with a $200 gift card to SoFa Market.

Whether you're a spirits enthusiast or a total beginner, you'll leave with the confidence to host your own cocktail hour — and the recipes to prove it. Perfect for a birthday celebration, a unique double-date night, or a lively team-building event.

Third Prize: Toast to the Symphony
Includes a bottle of premium champagne, two complimentary tickets to a Symphony San Jose concert, and access to our donors' lounge for wine and hors d'oeuvres before the concert and during intermission.

LIVE AUCTION

Cocktails with Sal Pizarro
Gather your friends for an unforgettable private cocktail party hosted by Sal Pizarro in his Naglee Park home.

• Private cocktail party for 12 guests
• Choose your theme with Sal
• Three custom craft cocktails
• Heavy appetizers and desserts by Amy Pizarro
• Approximately 3-hour experience
• Date by mutual agreement within one year

San Jose Sharks Luxury Suite
Cheer on the home team in style with an unforgettable night of hockey and hospitality.

• Private penthouse suite for a Sharks home game
• 18 suite tickets
• 4 VIP parking passes
• 2026–27 regular season game (subject to availability)
• In-suite catering and merchandise available for purchase
• Estimated value: $7,500

Escape to Hawaii
Escape to paradise with a nature-inspired retreat on Kauai’s breathtaking North Shore.

• Five-night stay on Kauai’s North Shore
• Flights included
• Oceanfront one-bedroom condo
• Short walk to secluded beach
• Oceanview pool and BBQ area
• Near Hanalei, beaches, golf, and dining
• Sleeps up to 3 guests
• Use by March 31, 2027

Ben at the Brandenburgs
An unforgettable evening of music, elegance, and personal connection with tenor Ben Gulley.

• Hosted at the Brandenburg residence
• Intimate salon-style gathering
• Music, conversation, and refreshments
• Private performance with Ben Gulley
• Limited to 10 guests
• June 2027 during Ode to Joy week

Conductor for Christmas
Take the podium for a once-in-a-lifetime holiday experience.

• Conduct Symphony San Jose during a holiday concert
• Work with the conductor in advance
• Winner plus four guests
• Includes framed photo keepsake
• Dec 12 or Dec 13, 2026