
The 2026 Magnolia Ball
The Night We Met
June 6, 2026, at the Millennium Event Center
Step into an unforgettable evening as Piedmont Opera celebrates its 50th year with The Night We Met gala, an opulent tribute to five decades of artistry, storytelling, and community. This milestone event honors Piedmont Opera’s rich legacy while illuminating the vibrant cultural tapestry that defines the greater Triad.
A nod to our golden anniversary, guests will be welcomed into a breathtaking, Gilded Age-inspired setting at the Millennium Event Center, where they’ll have the rare opportunity to experience the interconnectedness of our arts community, inspired by creative ideas, design, and performance. This gala celebrates the timeless truth that it takes all of us – artists, supporters, dreamers, and innovative visionaries – to shape and sustain our cultural community.
Join us for an inspiring evening where creativity thrives, partnerships shine, and Piedmont Opera’s next 50 years begin with brilliance, unity, and boundless possibility, captured in the magic of The Night We Met.









