2026 Sampling
February 21, 2026 - 11:59 pm
Hayes Mansion San Jose, Curio Collection by Hilton, Edenvale Avenue, San Jose, CA, USA
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FMV: $150
Sampling with the Sharks is a semiformal event for guests 21 years of age or older only. All guest names are required to be submitted by Monday, February 9. Photos with the Sharks celebrities are welcomed and encouraged, but we kindly ask that attendees do not request autographs. Final event logistics will be emailed on Wednesday, February 18.
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The Event Ticket + Pre-Party ticketing option includes early entry with additional time with Sharks VIPs as well as exclusive wine and cocktails available only during this experience!
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The Sip & Stay Package includes two tickets to the pre-party and main event, as well as an exclusive welcome gift from the Sharks Foundation and a one-night stay at Hayes Mansion on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
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The Sharks Foundation empowers youth through education and wellness programs while advancing equitable access to hockey for all. The Sharks Foundation envisions a future where every young person in the Bay Area has access to quality education, essential wellness resources, and opportunities to engage with and grow through the game of hockey.
Since 1994, the Sharks Foundation has invested more than $21 million in Bay Area nonprofits - improving the lives of millions of children and families.
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VIEW ITEMSSampling with the Sharks presented by Marsh McLennan Agency
Saturday, February 21, 2026
Hayes Mansion | 200 Edenvale Ave, San Jose
5:00pm - 6:00pm Pre-Party (separately ticketed)
6:00pm - 8:00pm Main Event
Presented by Marsh McLennan Agency, Sampling with the Sharks is the Sharks Foundation's signature fundraising event of the season. Attendees of this semiformal, 21+ experience enjoy a selection of the finest wines from throughout Northern California and a catered dinner alongside San Jose Sharks players, coaches, broadcasters and alumni.
New this year, a limited number of guests can purchase Pre-Party tickets to enjoy additional time with Sharks VIPs and exclusive wine and cocktails available only during this experience.
Net proceeds from Sampling with the Sharks benefit the Sharks Foundation and its mission to empower youth through education and wellness programs while advancing equitable access to hockey for all.
Registration for 2026 Sampling with the Sharks presented by Marsh McLennan Agency is now open!
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Thank you to our sponsors!
Presenting Sponsor:
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Dinner Sponsors:
Andy & Heather Steingruebl
Laura & Rob Tsuk
Alice Robertson
Sharks Tables:
Stroups & Friends
Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP
Hoge Fenton
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Hayes Mansion San Jose, Curio Collection by Hilton, Edenvale Avenue, San Jose, CA, USA
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