Twenty Years of Excellence: A Celebration of Art, Community, and the Salzburg Festival

On April 21, 2026, The Salzburg Festival Society will gather at The Union Club in New York City for an extraordinary evening that honors two decades of passion, dedication, and unwavering support for one of the world's most prestigious cultural institutions.

A Journey Worth Celebrating

Twenty years ago, a small group of patrons came together with a singular motivation: to bring the magic of the Salzburg Festival to American audiences and to build a bridge between two continents united by their love of the performing arts. What began as an ambitious idea has blossomed into a thriving community of patrons, artists, and cultural ambassadors who have made the Salzburg Festival an integral part of their lives.

Our Spring Gala celebrates this remarkable milestone—two decades of supporting world-class opera, theater, and music in the historic city where Mozart was born. It is a testament to what can be achieved when passion meets purpose, and when individuals come together to preserve and promote artistic excellence.

The Salzburg Festival Society

Celebrating 20 Years of Excellence

Photo credit: Salzburg Festival/Ben Wolf

SFS Spring Gala Celebration 2026 - Members Only - Request by March 31

By Salzburg Festival Society Inc

SFS Spring Gala Celebration 2026 - Members Only - Request by March 31

20th Anniversary Gala with Tenor Jonathan Tetelman