Join the Friends of San Damiano on September 19th for the 4th Annual Celebration on the Shore in support of this treasured community landmark.
Guests are invited to experience this beautiful lakeshore property at that magical evening time. Enjoy cocktails, appetizers and live music followed by a sunset dinner and lively benefit auction.
For hundreds of years, San Damiano has been a place to pause, connect, and experience the wonders of nature. Today, Friends of San Damiano is working to ensure those opportunities remain possible for generations to come. Proceeds from Celebration on the Shore support care, preservation, and transformation into an inclusive, accessible public space.
EVENT SCHEDULE
September 19th, 2026
5:00 PM Cocktails & Appetizers
6:45 PM Sunset Toast
7:00 PM Dinner & Mission Program
9:00 PM Continue the celebration around our fire pits, enjoy a cocktail, & collect your silent auction winnings!
10:30 PM Event Ends
GETTING TO SAN DAMIANO
Accessible parking will be available at San Damiano for guests who need it. Please indicate your accessible parking needs when making your ticket selections so our team can plan accordingly.
All other attendees should park at Monona Grove High School, located at 4400 Monona Drive, Monona, WI 53716, and take the complimentary shuttle to San Damiano. Shuttles will run throughout the event to provide easy transportation to and from the celebration.
EVENT ATTIRE DETAILS
This is a cocktail-style event. Since the event takes place outdoors, you will be walking on grass or uneven ground, so choose your shoes wisely. We also recommend bringing a light jacket or wearing layers in case the evening gets chilly. Most importantly, wear something that makes you feel great and lets you enjoy the night!
THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS
Our sponsors have an integral role in making Celebration on the Shore a special night to honor our mission. Thank you, sponsors!
Donate an Auction Item
Have the perfect item for our silent auction? Submit the details here and our team will reach out to coordinate further details.
All donations are 100% tax-deductible.