frequently
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What is the timeline of the event?
Champagne reception 5:45 p.m.
Gourmet dinner 6:30 p.m.
Concert under the stars 8:00 p.m.
What is the attire for the event?
The attire is summer cocktail/business attire. We recommend bringing a jacket or wrap since this is San Diego and it gets cold in the evening.
Who will be providing the musical entertainment?
This year’s concert under the stars will feature a thrilling private performance by David Foster and Katharine McPhee and the talented San Diego Symphony. It’s sure to be a spectacular night of music.
Will a meal be provided?
Yes, following a champagne reception, attendees will be served a gourmet dinner and wine while the sun sets over the Pacific Ocean and basks the courtyard in a warm glow.
Will individual tickets be sold?
A limited amount of individual tickets will go on sale June 24, 2024. Tickets are $1200.00 each.
What if the event gets cancelled?
In the unlikely event Symphony at Salk is canceled due to inclement weather, sponsorship contributions will be considered nonrefundable donations to help to advance the critical scientific research at Salk.
Is there parking at the event?
Sponsors have reserved parking in our East Lot and individual ticket holders have access to free parking.
An evening to remember
Symphony at Salk is not just an event, it’s a celebration—a concert under the stars—that brings together the top area leaders in science, philanthropy, government, media, and industry for an exclusive evening of celebration, connection, and camaraderie. Guests will enjoy a champagne reception, a gourmet dinner in Salk’s iconic courtyard amidst Louis Kahn’s masterwork of modern architecture, and the incredible sounds of the San Diego Symphony and a special guest artist.
