HHSO 45th Anniversary Gala
Celebrate the Past. Invest in the Future.
Join the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra for an elegant evening celebrating 45 years of extraordinary music, uniquely Lowcountry.
Sunday, October 25, 2026
5:30–8:30 p.m. | Wexford Clubhouse
111 Wexford Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC
Complimentary valet parking
The Gala follows the HHSO’s 45th Anniversary Season Opening Concert featuring world-renowned pianist Olga Kern.
CELEBRATE 45 YEARS
A Milestone Worth Celebrating
The 2026–2027 season marks the 45th anniversary of the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra. The Gala is an opportunity to gather with friends and fellow orchestra lovers, toast the Symphony’s remarkable history, and look ahead to its future.
Following the opening concert, continue the celebration with an elegant evening at the newly renovated Wexford Clubhouse, surrounded by spectacular views of the golf course, Lowcountry marsh, and Wexford Harbor.
THE EVENING
An Evening of Music, Dining & Celebration
Begin with a Prosecco welcome reception featuring chef-selected passed hors d’oeuvres, lovely harp music and the promise of a beautiful Lowcountry sunset.
Enjoy an elegant three-course plated dinner, hosted wine service and a fresh coffee station.
Dinner includes your choice of:
- Seared Beef Mignon
- Sautéed Striped Bass
- Truffled Squash-Stuffed Savoy Cabbage
Dessert: Dark Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Bean Anglaise, fresh raspberry and a special 45th Anniversary chocolate medallion.
SPECIAL GUESTS
A Very Special Evening
The celebration will feature special appearances by:
Olga Kern
World-renowned pianist and star of the season-opening concert
John Morris Russell
HHSO Music Director
Andrew Davis
Local television personality and Gala Emcee
The evening’s program will include a toast to 45 years of the HHSO and its extraordinary contribution to the Lowcountry.
INVEST IN THE FUTURE
Help Shape the Next 45 Years
The Gala is more than a celebration. It is an opportunity to invest in the future of the HHSO and the next generation of musicians and music lovers.
Guests will have the opportunity to support the Symphony’s extensive youth outreach activities throughout Beaufort County, helping bring the power of music to young people across our community.
All gifts are 100% tax-deductible.
TICKET LEVELS
Choose Your Gala Experience
PATRON — $450 PER PERSON
- Preferred seating
- Recognition in the event program
GALA — $300 PER PERSON
(A Patron ticket includes a $150 tax-deductible value.)
We strongly encourage you to purchase your tickets via the link in the invitation or through the HHSO website (hhso.org). A 3% processing fee will be charged on all credit card purchases. Table seating requests should be entered in the comment field. Call Susan Hartmann, Patron Relations Manager, at (843) 842-2055, should you need further assistance.
Raise a Glass. Celebrate 45 Years. Invest in the Future.
Come celebrate the HHSO’s illustrious past and be part of the community investing in its bright future.