Friday, May 8, 2026

Wine Dinner & Collectors’ Auction

On Stage at Jones Hall for the Performing Arts

Janet F. Clark, Chair

Jack Matzer, Wine Auction Chair

About

Chaired this year by Janet F. Clark, the Houston Symphony’s Wine Dinner and Collectors’ Auction is one of Houston’s premier social events. Set on the stage of Jones Hall, with a gourmet dinner by Chef Felipe Botero of Michelin-starred Le Jardinier, and expert pairings by John and Lindy Rydman of Spec’s, it is sure to be a night to remember!  The evening also features a highly anticipated auction—led by Jack Matzer—offering rare wines, spirits, exclusive experiences, and other unique items.  With a goal of raising $1 million, all proceeds will support the Symphony’s artistic programming and its far-reaching Education and Community Engagement initiatives that serve over 200,000 people each year.

This event will sell out quickly, so guests are encouraged to purchase tickets early! Individual tickets start at $2,000 with table sponsorships available. 

Tickets & Tables

Presenting Sponsor Table

$100,000.00
An evening for twelve (12) at the 2026 Houston Symphony Wine Dinner & Collectors' Auction including:
  • Complimentary VIP valet parking for all guests
  • Pre-event cocktail reception
  • Premier placement for Wine Dinner seating
  • Two (2) bottles of premium champagne for your table
  • Recognition by CEO from the stage at the event
  • Listing as a Presenting Sponsor on all Wine Dinner promotional materials (as print deadline permits), recognition on high visibility on-site signage, and a full-page advertisement in the evening's program and Houston Symphony's website
  • Priority Advance invitation to purchase tickets to the 2027 Houston Symphony Wine Dinner
  • Invitation for the Host Couple to attend a special dinner with a Houston Symphony guest artist in a private home
  • Invitation for the Host Couple to attend a premium wine tasting evening in spring 2026
  • Annual Conductor Circle benefits for the Host Couple for one year

Château d’Yquem Table

$50,000.00
An evening for ten (10) at the 2026 Houston Symphony Wine Dinner including:
  • Complimentary valet parking for all guests
  • Pre-event cocktail reception
  • Prominent placement for Wine Dinner seating
  • Recognition by CEO from the stage at the event
  • Listing as a sponsor on the Wine Dinner promotional materials (as print deadline permits), recognition on high visibility on-site signage, and a full-page advertisement in the evening’s program and Houston Symphony’s website
  • Advance invitation to purchase tickets to the 2027 Houston Symphony Wine Dinner
  • Invitation for the Host Couple to attend a special dinner with a Houston Symphony guest artist in a private home
  • Invitation for the Host Couple to attend a premium wine tasting evening in spring 2026

Burgundy Table

$25,000.00
An evening for ten (10) at the 2026 Houston Symphony Wine Dinner including:
  • Complimentary valet parking for all guests
  • Pre-event cocktail reception
  • Prominent placement for Wine Dinner seating
  • Listing as a sponsor on Wine Dinner promotional materials (as print deadline permits), recognition on high visibility on-site signage
  • Advance invitation to purchase tickets to the 2027 Houston Symphony Wine Dinner

Bordeaux Table

$15,000.00
An evening for ten (10) at the 2026 Houston Symphony Wine Dinner including:
  • Complimentary valet parking
  • Pre-event cocktail reception
  • Dinner seat for the Wine Dinner
  • Listing in the evening’s program
  • Listing as a sponsor on Wine Dinner promotional materials (as print deadline permits), recognition on high visibility on-site signage

Beaujolais Ticket

$5,000.00
A premium evening for one (1) at the 2026 Houston Symphony Wine Dinner, including:
  • Complimentary valet parking
  • Pre-event cocktail reception
  • Reserved Wine Dinner seating
  • Listing in the evening’s program and on the Houston Symphony’s website
  • Advance invitation to purchase tickets to the 2027 Houston Symphony Wine Dinner
  • Priority Advance invitation to purchase tickets to the 2027 Houston Symphony Wine Dinner

Côtes du Rhône Ticket

$2,000.00
An evening for one (1) at the 2026 Houston Symphony Wine Dinner, including:
  • Complimentary valet parking
  • Pre-event cocktail reception
  • Dinner seat for the Wine Dinner
  • Listing in the evening’s program

How To Purchase

Contact Us

To purchase tickets and tables, please contact Stacey Swift, Director of Special Events.

stacey.swift@houstonsymphony.org 713.337.8523.

Email or Mail Us

You may also download the underwriter form and send it in by mail or email (mailing information included on the form).

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You may also purchase tickets and tables online.

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