FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2026 | 8 P.M. | CONTE FORUM
2026 Featured Artist:
Hugh Jackman
Hugh Jackman is an award-winning actor celebrated for his work across film, theater, and music. He earned a Grammy Award for his performance in Les Misérables and captivated global audiences as the lead in The Greatest Showman, starring alongside Zac Efron and Zendaya.
2026 Featured Artist:
Hugh Jackman
Hugh Jackman is an award-winning actor celebrated for his work across film, theater, and music. He earned a Grammy Award for his performance in Les Misérables and captivated global audiences as the lead in The Greatest Showman, starring alongside Zac Efron and Zendaya.
Benefactor Tables: Pops on the Heights 2026
Patrons sponsoring Benefactor Tables provide scholarship support to hundreds of students each year. Gold, Platinum, and Founders’ Circle benefactors have the opportunity to name their scholarship in honor of their family, allowing for a personal connection between the benefactor and their Pops scholar.
To reserve your table, contact Lisa Beck at 617-552-9160 or elizabeth.beck@bc.edu.
Individual Tickets: Pops on the Heights 2026
The ticket waitlist is now closed.
Contact pops@bc.edu if you have any questions about Pops on the Heights tickets.
The Cleary Legacy
Deeply passionate about philanthropy, higher education, and the arts, the late Barbara and James F. Cleary ’50, H’93, founded BC’s annual Pops on the Heights scholarship gala in 1993. Jim—a Boston College Trustee and founder of the Fides and President’s Circle annual giving societies—and Barbara worked tirelessly to help grow the event to become the University’s largest annual fundraiser, which has raised more than $170 million. Today, Jim and Barbara’s children—Kara-Lyn ’84, MA’91; Kristin ’89, JD’93; and James Jr., P’18—continue their parents’ legacy as Pops benefactors.
The Cleary Legacy
Deeply passionate about philanthropy, higher education, and the arts, the late Barbara and James F. Cleary ’50, H’93, founded BC’s annual Pops on the Heights scholarship gala in 1993. Jim—a Boston College Trustee and founder of the Fides and President’s Circle annual giving societies—and Barbara worked tirelessly to help grow the event to become the University’s largest annual fundraiser, which has raised nearly $160 million. Today, Jim and Barbara’s children—Kara ’84, MA’91; Kristin ’89, JD’93; and James Jr., P’18—continue their parents’ legacy as Pops benefactors.
Media: Boston College Pops on the Heights
Read more about how one epic night can impact the lives of so many.
Through Our Lens: Pops on The Heights
A sold-out Conte Forum was energized for the 33rd annual Pops on the Heights gala.
Dan + Shay Puts Audience on Its Feet
This year’s Pops on the Heights raised $12.3 million.
Meet Sofia Burke ’25
This year’s Pops on the Heights soloist has a passion for performing arts, human rights, service
Pops on the Heights 2022: Behind the Scenes
How does Boston College prep for its annual fundraising spectacular? Take a peek behind the curtain.
Celebrating Pops on the Heights
30 Years of Scholarship, Generosity, and Enduring Eagle Spirit
Pops on the Heights marks milestone, sets new record
This year's fundraiser, featuring multi-award-winning artist Jon Batiste, tops $14.5 million for student scholarships
30th Annual Pops on the Heights Raises Record-Breaking Funds
Jon Batiste performed along with the Boston Pops Orchestra at the record-breaking 30th Annual Pops on the Heights fundraising gala.
Pops On The Heights Soloist Max Korman Pushes The Limits
For Pops on the Height, Korman will perform “Corner of the Sky” from the 1972 musical Pippin.
BC’s Grace Collins ’22 sings Garland
Wearing ruby red shoes, Grace Collins ’22 channeled Judy Garland when she sang “The Man That Got Away” at the 29th annual Pops on the Heights scholarship gala in 2021.
Hitting a High Note
At the 29th annual gala, Pops on the Heights raises a record $14.5 million for student support.