Silent auction now open; tickets on sale for Carnegie Hall’s 2026 Fantasy Gala – A Star-Spangled Salute to the Arts

PRESS RELEASE

Lewisburg, W.Va. – Carnegie Hall announces that tickets are on sale for the 2026 Fantasy Gala – A Star-Spangled Salute to the Arts, taking place Friday, September 4, at 6 p.m. in Colonial Hall at The Greenbrier. This year’s patriotic theme invites guests to celebrate the arts with creativity, flair, and star-spangled style.

The silent auction is also officially open, and supporters may begin bidding now at starspangled.givesmart.com. Items donated by our generous community range from unique travel experiences to local folk art to luxury apparel.

Tickets are $250 per person, and tables for ten are available for $2,500. The last day to purchase tickets is Wednesday, August 26.

Guests are encouraged to “be creative or be conservative” with attire—just make sure it fits the festive Star-Spangled Salute to the Arts theme. The evening begins with cocktails at 6 p.m., followed by a themed dinner with carving stations at 7 p.m. Entertainment will be provided by Irresistible Groove, returning by popular demand to deliver a lively, crowd-pleasing performance.

The Greenbrier is offering a special room rate of $349 for Gala guests. Reservations must be made by August 24, by calling 855-453-4858, option #2.

Carnegie Hall is proud to recognize Sharon and Jim Rowe as the 2026 Fantasy Gala Honorees, celebrating their outstanding commitment to the arts and their enduring support of Carnegie Hall.

Proceeds from the Fantasy Gala support Carnegie Hall’s year-round programming, arts education initiatives, and preservation of its historic facility—ensuring that creativity continues to flourish throughout the Greenbrier Valley.

Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Please contact Development Director Kit Lindsey at development@carnegiehallwv.org.

For tickets or more information, please visit starspangled.givesmart.com, call (304) 645-7917, or stop by Carnegie Hall at 611 Church Street, Lewisburg.