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Cactus Pear Music Festival Season 30
Opening Night


Community Ballroom Concert

Friday
July 10, 2026 7:30pm

Uptown Blanco Ballroom

FREE

Blanco Performing Arts warmly invites the community to a special ballroom concert celebrating the opening night of Cactus Pear Music Festival’s 30th season. This festive evening marks three decades of inspiring performances, bringing together audiences and artists in a shared love of music and the performing arts.

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While the program and artists will be announced soon, guests can expect an engaging and memorable experience that reflects the festival’s rich tradition of excellence and creativity.

 

Admission is offered on a pay-what-you-can basis, with donations gratefully accepted to support future programming and community access to the arts. Join us for an evening of celebration, connection, and music as we kick off this milestone season together at Blanco Performing Arts.

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About CMPF:

Celebrating 30 years

Cactus Pear Music Festival (CMPF) is a vibrant chamber music organization dedicated to presenting world-class performances and fostering meaningful connections through music.

 

Founded in San Antonio, CMPF has grown into a beloved cultural institution, known for its intimate concerts, innovative programming, and commitment to artistic excellence. Each season brings together distinguished musicians from around the world, creating dynamic performances that span classical masterworks, contemporary compositions, and cross-genre collaborations.

 

Beyond the stage, CMPF is deeply committed to community engagement and education. Through outreach programs, masterclasses, and partnerships with local organizations, the festival works to make high-quality music accessible to diverse audiences of all ages and backgrounds.

 

Celebrating its 30th season, CMPF continues to honor its legacy while embracing new artistic voices and ideas. With a focus on creativity, collaboration, and connection, Cactus Pear Music Festival is a cornerstone of central Texas' cultural life.

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25/26 Season Partners

Partner Winery: Riviere Blanc

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Complimentary wine at every 2025–26 intermission is proudly sponsored by 
Riviere Blanc.

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 Inner Circle Donors:
GOLD

Anonymous

De Ann Christensen

Barnett & Nancy Cline

Byron & Sherri Keeling
Senor C.A. Rust III

SILVER

Don & Son Yong Ainsworth

Heinz & Karen Roesch

BRONZE

Kimberly Gilmore
Gregory Hinton

William Jorn

Sloan Leonard
Marilyn Melton

Doug & Vickie Pautz

James Reeves

Wendy Smith

Lois Vance

Jim & Mitzie Witliff
 

Major Support Provided By:
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Keeling & Frederickson, P.C.

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2025/26 Website Sponsorship:
Nick 

PHOTOS BY GARY R HOOK

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P.O. Box 1721 Blanco, Tx 78606​ Call Us: 830 385 1173

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