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Virginia Symphony Under The Stars (Free Concerts!)

August 18, 2026

Symphony Under The Stars

The Virginia Symphony closes out the summer with FREE outdoor performances around Hampton Roads. Bring chairs or a blanket, and get there early, because these fill up.

Every concert below is free and open to the public. This season’s program is Musical Mosaic.

WILLIAMSBURG

  • When: Wednesday, September 2, 2026
  • Where: Lake Matoaka Amphitheatre, Williamsburg
  • Cost: Free

YORKTOWN

  • When: Saturday, September 5, 2026. The Fifes & Drums of York Town open the evening at 6:00pm and the orchestra begins at 7:30pm.
  • Where: Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown
  • Cost: Free. Details here.

CHESAPEAKE

  • When: Sunday, September 6, 2026. Parking and concessions open at 6:30pm and the concert begins at 7:30pm.
  • Where: Chesapeake City Park, 900 City Park Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23320 (Bagley Stage)
  • Cost: Free admission and free on-site parking. Details here.
  • Good to know: Food trucks are on site for an evening picnic. Bring your own chairs or a blanket. Pop-up tents and oversized umbrellas are not permitted.

PORTSMOUTH

  • When: Friday, September 18, 2026 at 7:30pm
  • Where: Portsmouth Pavilion
  • Cost: Free

Dates and venues shift may shift for weather or other considerations – make sure to confirm details before you make the drive.

Find more upcoming performances from the Virginia Symphony Orchestra on this link: virginiasymphony.org/concerts/

Written by Charlotte Moore

Owner & Founder of MyActiveChild.com | People & Programs Connector | Mom & MilSpouse

Tags: Chesapeake, Free Concert, Outdoor Event, Virginia Beach Oceanfront, and Virginia Symphony Orchestra
Categories: Events, Chesapeake, Free!, Portsmouth, Virginia Beach, and Yorktown

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