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Filoli 2013 Fundraising Events and Exhibits

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Filoli offers a wonderful array of fundraising events throughout the year, including our traditional Mother’s Day Flower Show, Jazz at Filoli (six Sunday afternoon concerts), Holiday Traditions and our always popular monthly Afternoon Tea at Filoli.

equisite table settings and floral design during the filoli flower show

You will see equisite designs like this one during the Filoli Flower Show.

Additionally, the Gallery at Filoli will present an interesting series of art and decorative art exhibits in 2013. We invite you to mark your calendar and plan your visits.

Please note: The Filoli Ticket Office is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Key To Event Calendar

Celebrations and Notable Dates:
Displayed in white in the calendar below; FREE for current Filoli members or with paid admission for non–members. No reservation is required.

Fundraising Events:
Displayed in green in the calendar below, these events require a ticket purchase to attend the event and, in most cases, must be purchased in advance. Current Filoli members may purchase their ticket at a discount. Filoli’s House and Garden are open to visitors who do not hold an event ticket during most of these events. A visit to the House and Garden only during open hours is FREE for event ticket holders and current Filoli members or with paid admission for non–members.

Day–Long Fundraising Events:
Displayed in yellow in the calendar below, a ticket purchase is required to visit the property and attend the event. Advanced ticket purchase is suggested. Current Filoli members may purchase their ticket at a discount.

Member Benefit Events:
Displayed in tan in the calendar below and designed for current Filoli members, are FREE for all members who RSVP for the event.

2013 Event Calendar

Friday, May 10 — Sunday, May 12
Filoli Flower Show: Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend with friends and family at Filoli and enjoy the floral splendor in the House and Garden. Learn More

Wednesday, May 22 (Sold Out)
Afternoon Tea: This fundraising event is a lovely tradition in the gracious ambiance of Filoli that continues the fourth Wednesday of the month through October. Learn More

Tuesday, June 11
Members–Only Twilight Stroll: Filoli’s way of saying “thank you” to members.

Sunday, June 16
Jazz at Filoli: Filoli open’s its 23rd year of outstanding jazz with six concerts on the outdoor stage.
Gregory Porter kicks off the season. Downbeat magazine calls him “A major jazz talent.” Learn More

Wednesday, June 26 (Sold Out)
Afternoon Tea: This fundraising event is a lovely tradition in the gracious ambiance of Filoli that continues the fourth Wednesday of the month through October. Learn More

Sunday, June 30
Jazz at Filoli: Filoli continues its 23rd year of outstanding jazz with concert number two.
Clairdee with special guest Ken Peplowski “Come Fly With Me: the Music of Sammy Cahn” Learn More

Wednesday, July 10
Members–Only Reception and Lecture: Filoli’s way of saying “thank you” to members.

Sunday, July 14
Jazz at Filoli: Filoli continues its 23rd year of outstanding jazz with concert number three.
Stride and swing pianist Judy Carmichael has a few surprises up her fashionable sleeve. Learn More

Wednesday, July 24 (Sold Out)
Afternoon Tea: This fundraising event is a lovely tradition in the gracious ambiance of Filoli that continues the fourth Wednesday of the month through October. Learn More

Sunday, July 28
Jazz at Filoli: Filoli continues its 23rd year of outstanding jazz with concert number four.
Le Jazz Hot — You’ve been asking to hear them again and they’re back! Learn More

Friday, August 2 — Sunday, August 4
Summer Celebration: “The Great Big Garden Bonanza”: Celebrate summer blooms during three days of informative demonstrations, walks, talks, family hikes, orchard tours and fun crafts for children.

Sunday, August 11
Jazz at Filoli: Filoli continues its 23rd year of outstanding jazz with concert number five.
Marcos Silva, “Made in Brazil” — You’ll be samba–ing in the aisles. Learn More

Wednesday, August 21
Members–Only Twilight Stroll: Filoli’s way of saying “thank you” to members.

Sunday, August 25
Jazz at Filoli: Filoli wraps up its 23rd year of outstanding jazz with our last concert.
The Brubeck Brothers Quartet — An afternoon celebrating the jubilant sounds of jazz. Learn More

Wednesday, August 28 (Sold Out)
Afternoon Tea: This fundraising event is a lovely tradition in the gracious ambiance of Filoli that continues the fourth Wednesday of the month through October. Learn More

Thursday, September 12
Members–Only Reception and Lecture: Filoli’s way of saying “thank you” to members.

Wednesday, September 25 (Sold Out)
Afternoon Tea: This fundraising event is a lovely tradition in the gracious ambiance of Filoli that continues the fourth Wednesday of the month through October. Learn More

Saturday, September 28
Autumn at Filoli Festival: Bring your family and celebrate the harvest with fruit tasting, live music and entertainment for all ages.

Wednesday, October 23
Afternoon Tea: This fundraising event is a lovely tradition in the gracious ambiance of Filoli. Champagne is served during this Afternoon Tea. Learn More

Sunday, October 27
Closing Day 2013: Filoli closes for the 2013 season at 3:30 pm. Plan your visit

Friday, November 29 — Saturday, December 7
Holiday Traditions at Filoli: Filoli is transformed into a holiday wonderland. Don’t miss this beloved annual fundraiser that includes dining, dancing, shopping and holiday music.