A Fundraiser, But Make It Fun
We’re ditching the rubbery entrées and keeping the cocktails flowing all night long. Expect dazzling surprises, live entertainment, and a few secrets tucked away for those who know where to look. When the main event winds down, stick around for an after-hours delight that’s anything but buttoned-up.
It’s a night of elegance with a wink—and you’re on the guest list.
Friday, November 13th, 2026
Milwaukee Public Museum - 1st Floor
800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233
Want to make the night even sweeter? Our unique sponsorships come with perks—think exclusive wines, surprise desserts, and more. Contact Daniel Grambow, Director of Development & Advocacy, to claim yours dgrambow@florentineopera.org
Individual tickets: $500/person.
Event Timeline (the quick-and-dirty version, because we know you just want to know when the party starts):
6:30 PM – Cocktails + Culinary Mischief
Come hungry! We’ve got plenty of fabulous food to keep you fueled. Grab a seat or snag a bar table, clink a glass with a friend (or make a new one), and let us bring the treats to you. Our friends will also be floating around—tarot readers, poets-on-demand, and a few characters in costumes you’ll wish you owned.
8:00 PM – Opera + Fast Fun(draising)
A knockout opera performance followed by the quickest paddle raise you’ve ever seen. We promise: in, out, money raised, mission supported—then straight back to the party.
8:45 PM – Speakeasy Central
Slip into our late-night hideaway for a nightcap. Expect surprise performances, a few of your favorite singers popping up where you least expect them, plenty of buzz (liquid and otherwise), and a sweet ending with delightful desserts.
