On Thursday, September 24th 2026, come support transformational music and performing arts education. Guests will enjoy live entertainment and a special performance by our extraordinary artists, a sumptuous buffet dinner and decadent dessert bar, curated libations, raffle, a live auction featuring exclusive items and experiences, and a Fund-a-Need that makes artistic dreams possible. Every ticket, toast, and bid helps us empower young artists and enrich our vibrant arts community into 2026/27 and beyond.

This year’s event theme is “Cabaret in the City,” giving us a chance to showcase artists who make cabaret, the great American songbook, and musical theatre their area to shine.

Join us in the beauty of the historic Prado park to kick off the start of NEMPAC's 25th anniversary year and set the foundation funding for the year ahead of programming, access to arts, and community building in Boston, Massachusetts.

• Deliver 4,300+ hours of arts instruction for students of all ages and abilities
• Offer multidisciplinary programs in music, dance, movement, and musical theater
• Allocate 30% of budget to tuition assistance and community outreach
• Recruit and retain 50+ top Boston teaching artists
• Launch new programs, including adult band and youth instrument prep
• Continue pay-what-you-can ticketing for public performances
• Partner with Boston Public Schools to serve 800+ students
• Expand senior outreach, including programs with BCYF
• Maintain 13 instructional sites across Boston
• Advance equity, access, and opportunity through the arts