Opera Gala

DATE & TIME
Saturday, June 6, 2026
5:30pm – 10:30pm

LOCATION
Historic City Hall
400 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines

Join Des Moines Metro Opera in celebrating the 2026 Festival Season with an unforgettable evening at Des Moines' historic City Hall, marking the first event of its kind held within this iconic and breathtaking landmark. Beaux-Arts architecture and Gilded Age glamour set the stage for Des Moines' most dazzling summer event.

The evening begins with a cocktail hour along the Des Moines riverfront followed by an elegant plated dinner and performances by principal artists beneath the soaring splendour of the Great Hall (pictured right). Conclude the evening enjoying a sunset on the river with drinks and dancing!

The Opera Gala promises a night of timeless elegance and show-stopping artistry. Truly the must-attend event of the summer!

Corporate and patron sponsorship packages are currently available for purchase. Please contact Scott Arens, Director of Advancement, at sarens@dmmo.org to learn more. Individual tickets go on sale April 1. Seating is limited.

Thank you to the 2025 Opera Gala Sponsors!

PRESENTING SPONSORS
Bankers Trust / Ruan Foundation
United Contractors, Inc.

GOLD SPONSORS
Harry Bookey and Pamela Bass-Bookey
Bill Dawe and Sheila Tipton
Charlotte and Fred Hubbell
Nancy Main
Eric Nemmers
Polk County Board of Supervisors
Reilly Construction
Sunnie Richer and Roger Brooks
Bob and Kay Riley
Chérie and Bob Shreck / Jerilee M. Mace and T.J. Johnsrud
Chris and Denise Vernon
Connie Wimer

PATRON SPONSORS
Amy Anderson and Mark Hill
Cheryl Critelli and Rick Ballinger
Bob and Ardene Downing
Julie Ghrist
Bryan Hall and Patricia Barry
Dr. Bruce Hughes and Dr. Randall Hamilton / Craig and Susan Porter
Harriett H. Hubbell
Iles Funeral Homes
Dr. Darren R. Jirsa
Mary K. and Daniel M. Kelly
Proctor Lureman and Chad Russell
Tim McMillin and Seth Robb
Ann and Brent Michelson
OPN Architects
DelRae Roth
Melinda and Charles Ruperto
Craig and Kimberly Shadur
Deb Wiley and John Schmidt
Annabel Wimer