Events

Free Family Series

Symphony in the Park

Sunday
Jun 27, 2027

4:00PM-9:00PM

Sunday
Jun 27, 2027

BILLINGS SYMPHONY PERFORMANCE - 7:00PM-9:00PM

Pioneer Park

301 Parkhill Dr

Free Admission. Donations Encouraged

Are you ready for Billings’ biggest summertime musical event? Grab your lawn chairs, blankets, sun hats, and whatever else you may need for an afternoon listening to the melodic sounds of the symphony. And with a slew of family activities like the Kids’ Conducting Contest, instrument “petting zoo,” face painting, food trucks, and more, there will be plenty to entertain. And this Symphony in the Park is extra special: All season we have been watching the conductor candidates vie for the position and this will be the first official concert of the new Billings Symphony Music Director! Come join us for this musical extravaganza!

What all is happening at the park?

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

4PM

Food trucks(see list below), face painting and ice cream stations open

Instrument Petting Zoo open 4–5pm

5PM
Performers TBD
Instrument Petting Zoo closed during performance

6PM
Instrument Petting Zoo open 6–6:45PM
Ever wonder how much breath it takes to play a tuba or flute? Or how a violin or cello bow feels in your hand? Thanks to Eckroth Music, you can experience instruments up close. This free hands-on event is fun for the whole family!

6:45PM
Kids Conducting Contest
This annual tradition has become a favorite for the young and the young at heart. Children are invited to come down to the front of the stage at 6:45PM to conduct a march by John Philip Sousa. Guest judges will select four finalists who then vie for a chance to conduct the orchestra. We’re excited to welcome back all our budding musicians! Wands are available for purchase at the Symphony information tent.

7PM
Billings Symphony Orchestra & guest artist (TBD)
Instrument Petting Zoo closed during performance; open during intermission

*CONCESSIONS/FOOD TRUCKS

TBA

RESERVED PARKING

For $10, you can reserve parking in the Senior High parking lot, located adjacent to Pioneer Park. A golf cart shuttle will be available to drive you right to the action! Parking passes can be purchased in advance online (click on BUY TICKETS above) or the day of (cash only). Limited spots are available and are first come, first served. Handicapped parking (with proper permit) is available for no fee.

RESERVED SEATING

Bring your own lawn chair and enjoy creek side seating under a shade tent—complete with cash bar, so you can have it Made in the Shade! Purchase a $15 wristband online (click on BUY TICKETS above),at the Billings Symphony office in advance or day of at the event (cash only). Seating is limited and is first come, first served.

GOLF CART SHUTTLE

We offer a golf cart shuttle at no charge from two locations. Pickup and drop-off at Third Street West (by the wading pool in Pioneer Park) and at the far edge of the Senior High parking lot (back north corner).Tips are accepted and will benefit our Symphony education programs.

Bring these with you and leave those at home.

Bring with you: Blankets, lawn/camping chairs, bug spray, sunscreen.

Leave at home: Tents, canopies, beach tents, and umbrellas are not allowed at Symphony in the Park so everyone can enjoy an unobstructed view. Pioneer Park has trees for shade or you may enjoy seating under our shade tent for only $15. You may purchase wristbands online (click on BUY TICKETS above), at the Billings Symphony office in advance or day of at the event (cash only). Seating is limited and first-come first-served.

What are ticket prices?

Where do I park?

FREE & RESERVED Parking available.

Free Parking

Along all city streets adjacent to Pioneer Park. Street parking fills quickly. Reserved Parking – For $10, you can reserve parking in the Senior High School parking lot. Enter via Virginia Lane directly north of Senior High School. A golf cart shuttle will be available in the northeast corner of lot to drive you right to the action! Reserved Parking Passes can be purchased in advance by clicking on BUY TICKETS (at top of page) or the day of (cash only). Limited spots are available and are first-come first-served. Handicapped parking (with proper permit) is available for no fee.

Golf Cart Shuttle

We offer a golf cart shuttle at no charge from two locations. Pickup and drop-off at Third Street West (by the wading pool in Pioneer Park) and at the northeast corner of the Senior High parking lot. Tips are accepted and will go directly into the Symphony's annual fund.

Information & First Aid Station

How long is the concert?

Group of children playing violins outdoors at a sunny event, standing by a blue table with craft supplies nearby.

GUEST ARTIST

TBD

Food Trucks and Vendors

TBA

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