Recognized as one of the world’s premier opera destinations, Santa Fe returns to the spotlight this summer as visitors from across the globe come to enjoy the celebrated Santa Fe Opera. In collaboration with The Santa Fe Opera, Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe offers exclusive behind-the-scenes tours and gourmet tailgate events that let guests experience the Opera in a fresh, intimate way.
“The Santa Fe Opera is one of the world’s leading opera festivals set in a dramatic open-air setting,” said Cindy Racco, general manager of Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe. “As the closest property to the Opera, Four Seasons provides premier access with an insider’s backstage tour and al fresco dining to make each evening even more memorable.”
Discover the Show-Stopping Opera Tailgate, an immersive experience that begins with a chauffeured drive to The Santa Fe Opera for a private backstage tour. The evening continues with a Four Seasons tailgate party beneath an exclusive tent thoughtfully decorated to reflect the theme and spirit of that night’s production.
Executive Chef Andrew Cooper and his culinary team craft a four-course gourmet menu served against the scenic backdrop of the Sangre de Cristo and Jemez mountains. Each course draws inspiration from the opera’s origins, blending global influences and seasonal ingredients to complement the performance. After enjoying the performance in the Opera’s magnificent outdoor setting, guests are returned to the Resort to relax and continue the evening with Après Opera at Terra Bar.
The backstage tour and Four Seasons tailgate are offered for groups of up to 10 guests on select dates: June 27 and 28, and July 11, 12, and 26. The experience is priced at $350 per person, which includes gratuity; taxes and opera tickets are not included.
This specially curated program pairs cultural access with culinary excellence, providing guests a seamless, high-end way to enjoy one of Santa Fe’s most iconic summer traditions.