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Virginia Symphony Under The Stars (Free Events!)

The Virginia Symphony is celebrating the end of summer with FREE outdoor performances on Labor Day Weekend, don’t forget your chairs/blankets!

This year’s performance theme is “Once Upon a Symphony,” inviting audience members to explore the enchanting connection between music and storytelling. The Virginia Symphony Orchestra will fill the night air with some of the most cherished orchestral works inspired by literature, film, fairy tales, and more. Join us for a magical journey through stories from “Swan Lake” to “Man of La Mancha” and adventures from “Superman” to “Indiana Jones.”

Chesapeake

  • When: Sunday, September 1, 2024, from 6-9pm. Concessions open at 6pm, concert begins at 7:30pm
  • Where: Chesapeake City Park 900 City Park Drive Chesapeake VA
  • Cost: FREE admission, FREE parking
  • Description: Join us for a night under the stars and explore the connection between music and storytelling as the Virginia Symphony Orchestra fills the night air with some of the most treasured orchestral works inspired by literature, film, fairy tales, and more! A variety of food vendors will be available for an evening picnic. Bring your own chairs or blanket. Pop-up tents are not permitted.
  • More Information: Click HERE

Yorktown

  • When: Saturday, August 30, 2024, from 6-9pm. Concert begins at 7:30pm
  • Where: Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown VA
  • Cost: FREE admission, FREE parking
  • Description: Enjoy a magical night under the stars as the Virginia Symphony Orchestra returns to Riverwalk Landing. Pack a picnic, bring a lawn chair or blanket, and listen to the beautiful music of this award-winning symphony. The Fifes and Drums of York Town will perform at the beginning of this event.
  • More Information: Click HERE

Virginia Beach

  • When: Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Concert begins at 7:30pm
  • Where: Neptune Park, 3001 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach Oceanfront
  • Cost: FREE Event, Public Parking available
  • Description: This concert is free and open to the public. Chairs and blankets are welcome. Reserved seating, valet parking, and more is available buy purchasing a VIP membership through the Neptune Festival.
  • More Information: Click HERE

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