Thank You for Joining Us at Fête

We’re grateful to everyone who attended and helped make this year’s Fête such a memorable experience. Enjoy a look back at some of our favorite moments from the event.

Presented by Ballet Austin

Friday, October 16, 2026  |  6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

JW Marriott Austin

Dinner  |  Auction  |  Dancing  |  Enchantment & Illusion

Named one of Austin’s “Best Black Tie Events” year after year, Ballet Austin’s Fête is one of the city’s most anticipated galas — an evening of elegance, energy, and celebration that launches both Ballet Austin’s performance season and Austin’s gala season each fall. Community leaders, arts patrons, and supporters gather to dine, dance, and celebrate the arts in Central Texas.

Inspired by Artistic Director Stephen Mills’ acclaimed production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, this year’s Fête promises an evening where fantasy, elegance, and theatrical surprise collide in support of Ballet Austin’s mission to strengthen the community through dance and wellness.

This year, we are thrilled to announce our co-chairs, Kate Stoker & Melissa Constantinides.

Expect Wonder. Expect Romance.
Expect Delightful Chaos.

“Lord, what fools these mortals be!”

Step into a moonlit world —

of mischief and magic at Ballet Austin’s annual fundraising gala! Join Austin’s most dazzling as we gather for an evening inspired by the 2026/27 Season Opener, A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

As the evening deepens, the magic lingers —

and fête*ish begins.
Our infamous late-night dance party transforms into a revel of
music, movement, and intrigue.