Donor Events

Upcoming Events

Boston

Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Society Reception
Annual fund donors at the $5,000 and above levels are invited to join fellow Society members for cocktails and lite bites, a musical performance, and a conversation with BSO leadership exploring the next chapter of orchestral artistry and civic engagement unfolding at the BSO.

Friday, April 17, 2026
Walter Piston Society Appreciation Luncheon
An afternoon of exceptional music and special moments honoring the impact of legacy giving. For Walter Piston Society (WPS) members. The WPS recognizes and honors those who have included the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Boston Pops, or Tanglewood in their estate plans. Established in 1982 and named for Pulitzer Prize-winning composer and noted musician, Walter Piston, who endowed the BSO’s Principal Flute Chair with a bequest.

Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Tour of Symphony Hall  
A behind the scenes tour of Symphony Hall, followed by a reception, as an expression of gratitude for the community of annual fund donors who contribute $3,000+.

Friday, May 8, 2026
Pre-Rehearsal Breakfast Reception (8:30am)
An exclusive pre-rehearsal breakfast reception for annual fund donors who contribute at the $1K+ level featuring remarks from our Interim Director of Artistic Planning for the Boston Pops, Michael Nock. Doors 8:15am, Event start time 8:30am.

Friday, May 8, 2026
Spring Working Rehearsal (10:30am)
A donor-exclusive working rehearsal for Annual Fund members at the Duet level ($250+) and above, as well as Walter Piston Society Members. Doors 10:00am, Event start time 10:30am.

Tanglewood

Sunday, June 28, 2026
TMC Fellowship Luncheon
A luncheon for Tanglewood Music Center (TMC) Fellowship Sponsors and Class Sponsors to meet the 2026 Fellows.

Monday, June 29, 2026
Tour of the Tanglewood Grounds
A behind-the-scenes tour of the Tanglewood grounds with a BSO player, as an expression of gratitude for the community of annual fund donors who contribute $3,000+.

July 2, July 18, August 1, August 14, August 21, 2026 
Pre-Concert Socials: “Meet the Musician”
Opportunities throughout July and August to connect with fellow donors, BSO leadership, and a BSO player at an informal pre-concert gathering. An exclusive event for our community of $10,000+ annual fund donors.

Sunday, August 2, 2026
Walter Piston Society Appreciation Luncheon
An afternoon of exceptional music and special moments honoring the impact of legacy giving. For Walter Piston Society (WPS) members. The WPS recognizes and honors those who have included the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Boston Pops, or Tanglewood in their estate plans. Established in 1982 and named for Pulitzer Prize-winning composer and noted musician, Walter Piston, who endowed the BSO’s Principal Flute Chair with a bequest.  

Sunday, August 9, 2026
Koussevitzky Society Reception
A celebration of the 2026 Tanglewood season, with cocktails and lite bites, a musical performance, and a conversation with BSO leadership exploring the new era of creative expression and artist partnership at Tanglewood. An expression of gratitude for the community of donors who contribute $5,000+ to our annual fund.

Friday, August 14, 2026
Tanglewood Working Rehearsal
A donor-exclusive working rehearsal for annual fund members at the Duet level ($250+) and above, as well as Walter Piston Society Members. 

Monday, August 17, 2026
Conductors Circle Dinner
Hear directly from BSO artistic leaders and special guests at an exclusive reception held on the Koussevitzky Music Shed stage. For Conductors Circle donors at the $25,000+ level.