The San Francisco Fall Art & Antiques Show Opening Night Preview Gala 2018

Gala: October 10 | Show Days: October 11 - 14

"The West Coast's oldest and most prestigious international art and antiques Show" - Town & Country

The San Francisco Fall Art & Antiques Show, now in its 37th year, is held at Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture each fall, presenting the finest art and antiques dealers from around the world.

The Opening Night Preview Gala is legendary and opens the show with live music, caviar and vodka bars, flowing champagne, sumptuous buffets and the first glimpse of the best art and antiques from around the world, all available for purchase.

Objects exhibited and sold on the show floor span the ages, from antiquity through present day, covering genres including Paintings, Furniture, Textiles, Asian Art, Carpets, Ceramics, Sculpture, Rare Books, Works on Paper, Objets d’Art, Jewelry and Metals.

The 4-day show offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of great art and antiques with programming each day, including The Lecture Series, show tours, cocktail hour talks and designer events. Gala ticket holders receive complimentary admission to show days.

To purchase Show Day and Lecture Series tickets, click here

www.sffas.org

2018 Dates & Times

Opening Night Preview Gala
Wednesday, October 10
7:00 to 10:00 p.m.; Patron Receptions: 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Show Dates
October 11 through October 14
Thursday - Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, Noon to 5:00 p.m.

To receive event invitations, please contact us!

Patron Benefits and Ticket Levels

Connoisseurs Circle & Internship Sponsor ($10,000 - four tickets) (contribution, less $600, tax-deductible)

• All of the benefits of the Connoisseurs Circle plus:
• 2 additional tickets to the Preview Gala (4 total)
• Sponsor 2 Enterprise Internships in the arts, design, nonprofit, or government fields
• Special listing in the Catalogue for Internship Sponsors
• A special Connoisseurs gift

Connoisseurs Circle ($5,000 - two tickets) (contribution, less $300, tax deductible)

• Earliest entry to Opening Night Preview Gala at 4:00 p.m.
• Lead listing in Gala invitation and Catalogue*
• Courtesy valet parking for the Preview Gala and show days
• Unlimited entry for 4 for all show days
• Invitation to the Chairman's Luncheon on Thursday, October 11 at the Show
• 2 complimentary tickets to all lectures with advance reservation
• Invitations to exclusive parties

Collectors Circle ($3,000 - two tickets) (contribution, less $300, tax deductible)

• Earliest entry to Opening Night Preview Gala at 4:00 p.m.
• Premier listing in Gala invitation and Catalogue*
• Courtesy valet parking for the Preview Gala and show days
• Unlimited entry for 2 for all show days
• Invitation to the Chairman's Luncheon on Thursday, Oct. 11 at the Show
• 2 complimentary tickets to 4 lectures with advance reservation
• Invitations to exclusive parties

Patrons Circle ($2,000 - two tickets) (contribution, less $300, tax deductible)

• Early entry to Opening Night Preview Gala at 5:00 p.m.
• Principal listing in Gala invitation and Catalogue*
• Courtesy valet parking for the Preview Gala
• Unlimited entry for 2 for all show days
• 2 complimentary tickets to 2 lectures with advance reservation.
• Invitations to exclusive parties

Enthusiasts ($800 - two tickets, or $500 - one ticket) (contribution, less $300, tax deductible)

• 6:00 p.m. entry to Opening Night Preview Gala
• Your name printed in Show Gala invitation and Catalogue*
• Courtesy valet parking for the Opening Night Preview Gala
• Unlimited entry for 2 for all show days
• 2 tickets to 1 lecture with advance reservation
• Invitations to exclusive parties

Young Collectors ($600 - two tickets; $350 - one ticket) (contribution, less $85 per ticket, tax deductible)
Open to those between the ages of 21 and 40

• 7:00 p.m. entry to Opening Night Preview Gala
• Your name listed in Show Gala invitation and Catalogue*
• Invitation to a special panel discussion at The Battery in September
• Unlimited entry for all show days
• Shuttle parking from nearby Fort Mason for the Preview Gala
• 1 ticket to 1 lecture with advance reservation

Supporter ($500 - two tickets; $300 - one ticket) (contribution, less $85 per ticket, tax deductible)

• 7:00 p.m. entry to Opening Night Preview Gala
• Unlimited entry for all show days
• Shuttle parking from nearby Fort Mason for the Preview Gala

*Orders received by June 18, 2018 will be listed in the Show Catalogue and Preview Gala invitation.

FAQs

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

You may print your tickets at home to bring or send to your mobile device.

What is the refund policy?

All tickets are non-refundable for this fully charitable show.

Are children allowed?

Since alcohol is served at the Preview Gala, children are not recommended. Children attending the Preview Gala will be charged the full admission price and must be supervised. Strollers are not permitted inside exhibitor booths.

Are wheelchairs available?

There are a limited number of wheelchairs available. Please ask the box office for a wheelchair when entering the Show.

Can I bring my pet?

Pets are not allowed. Guide dogs and other types of service animals are protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act, and therefore may accompany their handlers to most places that are open to the public.

Can I bring my art or antiques to the Show to be appraised, sold, or traded?

No. The Show is only for Exhibitors to sell to the public. Independent parties may not bring or attempt to sell merchandise and will be barred admittance.

Is there a coat check?

Yes. All large coats and bags must be checked before entering the Show. All bags will be searched by security upon leaving the Show.

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Tel: 415-989-9019

Email: tickets@enterpriseforyouth.org

Website: www.sffas.org