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The Symphony Supper was served in the rotunda of City Hall. McCall's was the caterer for the evening, and menu items included a "mosaic" of Maine lobster, avocado Marquise, asparagus, watercress, shaved beets, and quail eggs; smoked sea-salt filet of beef; and baked Alaska.

After the concert, a party took place along Grove Street. The alfresco bash was filled with cabanas holding snacks, drinks, and candy jars, and it was open to all 2,700 guests who attended the concert. "So even guests that did not purchase a pre-concert dinner packages are partaking in an elevated experience where everyone is a V.I.P.," said planner Katie Nicely.

In the Patron's tent, Got Light created a lighting scheme inspired by champagne bubbles. The design, created by Blueprint Studios, had an Art Deco vibe with hues of blush, gold, and silver.