Experience the Virginia Symphony Orchestra’s Free Summer Concerts in Williamsburg and Yorktown

This summer, the Virginia Symphony Orchestra (VSO) is bringing the magic of live orchestral music to scenic outdoor venues across Hampton Roads. As part of their Free Summer Concerts series, the VSO will be performing in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Williamsburg, Chesapeake, and Yorktown. These concerts, running from July through September, are free and open to the public, offering a perfect opportunity for residents and visitors alike to enjoy world-class music in beautiful settings.


Williamsburg – Lake Matoaka Amphitheater

Williamsburg and Yorktown Concert Highlights

Williamsburg – Lake Matoaka Amphitheater

  • Date: August 30, 2024
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  • Concert Theme: Once Upon a Symphony

Yorktown – Riverwalk Landing

  • Date: August 31, 2024
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  • Concert Theme: Once Upon a Symphony

These concerts are presented in collaboration with several local organizations, including the City of Williamsburg and the College of William & Mary, as well as the Celebrate Yorktown Committee. Each concert program is thoughtfully curated around engaging themes such as tunes from beloved animated films, symphonic tributes to the Paris 2024 Summer Games, wedding music favorites, and music inspired by classic literature and cinema.

For more information on the full schedule and additional details, visit Virginia Symphony Orchestra.

Complete Summer Concert Schedule

  1. Once Upon a Symphony: Symphonic Summer Games
  • Location: Virginia Beach – Oceanfront
  • Date: July 11, 2024
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  1. Where Wishes Come True: A Night of Enchanted Melodies
  • Location: Norfolk – Town Point Park
  • Date: July 21, 2024
  • Time: 8:30 PM
  1. Where Wishes Come True: A Night of Enchanted Melodies
  • Location: Virginia Beach – Oceanfront
  • Date: July 25, 2024
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  1. Wedding Bells and Pachelbel
  • Location: Virginia Beach – Oceanfront
  • Date: August 15, 2024
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  • Featuring: Vocals of local favorite BJ Griffin
  1. Once Upon a Symphony
  • Location: Williamsburg – Lake Matoaka Amphitheater
  • Date: August 30, 2024
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  1. Once Upon a Symphony
  • Location: Yorktown – Riverwalk Landing
  • Date: August 31, 2024
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  1. Once Upon a Symphony
  • Location: Chesapeake – Chesapeake City Park
  • Date: September 1, 2024
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  1. Once Upon a Symphony
  • Location: Virginia Beach – Oceanfront
  • Date: September 3, 2024
  • Time: 7:30 PM

About the Virginia Symphony Orchestra

As the region’s most celebrated musical, educational, and entrepreneurial arts organization, the Virginia Symphony Orchestra continues to challenge expectations and push the boundaries of what an American orchestra can be. Innovation and excellence are at the heart of the VSO’s narrative. The VSO has received national attention for its unique mission serving a home area of 1.7 million across the diverse communities of southeastern Virginia. Through appearances at the Kennedy Center and Carnegie Hall and its commitment to adventurous programming, the VSO and its musicians have been highlighted in the media, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, National Public Radio, and BBC Worldwide News.

For further details on the concerts, visit the Virginia Symphony Orchestra’s website.


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