Opera Dining
Opera performances start at sundown, but the show begins hours earlier, when hundreds of patrons start to arrive at the theater... some bring tailgate dinners from grocery-store carryout to gourmet catering, some join the preview buffet on the rehearsal grounds. Whatever your dining pleasure, it's all part of opera-going Santa Fe style!
Preview Buffets
Enjoy dinner, including wine and dessert, at our new open-air cantina on the beautifully landscaped rehearsal grounds. A guest speaker offers an informative talk about the evening's opera during the dessert course. Space is limited for this popular offering! Purchase online by selecting a preferred date from the calendar or call the box office at 800-280-4654. Cost: $50 per person.
Tailgating
The parking lot opens three hours before curtain time for patrons who enjoy dining on-site with the spectacular scenery and sunset views. Patrons are always welcome to set up folding tables and chairs directly in front of their cars. Picnic tables adjacent to the upper parking lot are also available on a first-come, first-served basis.
For larger parties, we have limited reserved spaces available for advance rental. For more information, call the box office at 800-280-4654.
Picnic Suppers
The most convenient way to join the tailgaters! Simply order gourmet picnic suppers in advance ($32 per person, plus tax) through Angel Food Catering at 505-983-2433 and pick them up at the parking lot when you arrive! For menus, visit www.angelfoodcatering.net.
Refreshments
Sandwiches and dessert snacks, wine, mixed drinks and non-alcoholic beverages are available for purchase at the bars located throughout the Opera beginning one hour before the performance.
Special Dining Events
To learn more or purchase tickets for Opening Night Dinners and other select donor events, as well as Guild and Intermezzo activities, view the calendar to see all events by date preference.