Embark on a musical summer adventure at Kroger Symphony on the Prairie, presented by the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. The 2024 lineup is dazzling with a blend of orchestral tributes and timeless classics, including Queen, Led Zeppelin, and more. Starting June 28 and running through Labor Day weekend, these 21 dynamic concerts at’ Conner Prairie Amphitheatre offer endless entertainment. Tickets go on sale April 23. Embrace the rhythm of summer with the ISO!
Tickets for the general public will go on sale April 23. You can buy tickets here beginning April 11, 2023, or at central Indiana Kroger stores.
New this year: Buy tickets to 3 or more concerts and automatically receive a 10% discount!
2024 Symphony on the Prairie Lineup:
June
- Friday, June 28: The Music of Queen with Windborne
- Saturday, June 29: The Music of Led Zeppelin with Windborne
Conducted by Martin Herman (The Music of Queen) and Brent Havens (The Music of Led Zeppelin), these vibrant performances merge symphonic arrangements with rock in a tribute to the original bands. They feature spot-on vocalists and an amplified rock band alongside the ISO.
July
- July 3-5 (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday): Star-Spangled Symphony featuring Rhapsody in Blue
- July 12-13 (Friday and Saturday): Disco Fever! With Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez
Join the celebration of Disco’s greatest hits including “That’s the Way (I Like It),” and “We Are Family,” among others, with vocalists Maiya Sykes and B. Slade, bringing a high-energy performance. - July 19-20 (Friday and Saturday): The Best of John Williams with Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly
Spend an evening under the stars enjoying the unforgettable themes from movies such as Star Wars and Jurassic Park, conducted by Jack Everly. - July 26-27 (Friday and Saturday): She’s Got Soul with Capathia Jenkins
Broadway star Capathia Jenkins performs soulful hits by iconic artists, from Whitney Houston to Adele, with the ISO led by Maestro Everly.
August
- Friday, Aug. 2: Evil Woman: The American ELO
- Saturday, Aug. 3: A1A: The Official and Original Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show
- Friday, Aug. 9: Arrival from Sweden: The Music of ABBA
- Saturday, Aug. 10: Yächtley Crëw with Rock E Bassoon
- Friday, Aug. 16: Hollywood Nights: A Bob Seger Experience
- Saturday, Aug. 17: Let’s Sing Taylor: A Live Band Experience
- Friday, Aug. 23: Free Fallin: The Tom Petty Concert Experience
- Saturday, Aug. 24: Face2Face: A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel
- Friday, Aug. 30: Proud Tina: Ultimate Tribute to Tina Turner
- Saturday, Aug. 31: Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute
Tips for Attending Symphony on the Prairie
Attending the Symphony on the Prairie can be an unforgettable experience with a little preparation. Here are some tips to enhance your enjoyment:
- Pack a Picnic: Elevate your concert experience by bringing along a picnic basket filled with your family’s favorite treats. Seasoned attendees often set up portable tables to display their culinary spreads elegantly.
- Alcohol Permitted: Feel free to bring along your favorite wine or beer to enjoy during the concert. It will make for a relaxed and enjoyable evening under the stars.
- Consider Transportation for Your Gear: If you’re bringing a lot of items, using a wagon can greatly simplify transporting your food, chairs, and blankets from the parking area to your spot on the grass. For those without a wagon, the Boy Scouts often have wagons available to help carry your items pre-concert, and Conner Prairie provides a tractor-pulled shuttle to assist with transportation from the parking area.
- Essential Items to Bring: Pack a picnic blanket or chair, a wagon or cooler for transportation, and picnic foods. Don’t forget a vinyl tablecloth as a ground cover and a makeshift rain cover. Bring trash bags for cleanup and a flashlight for navigating after the concert.
- Upgrade Your Experience: For an added level of comfort and convenience, consider purchasing reserved seating or renting a table (with a maximum of ten people per table). These options go on sale to the general public on April 23. Benefits include advanced dinner ordering with delivery straight to your seat from A Cut Above Catering, particularly advantageous for those in the Huntington Bank Sunset Lounge or with table reservations.
