Outdoor concert series resume in summer: Dallas Symphony Orchestra heads lineup of events throughout the D-FW area.
🚀 Catch the summer vibe in North Texas with a symphony of music filling the air! Get ready for an unforgettable musical journey as the Dallas Symphony Orchestra Parks Concert Series returns on Memorial Day, May 26.
Michelle Miller Burns, Ross Perot president and CEO of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, shared, "Nothing beats seeing the community come together to experience the joy and magic of live music."
From May through June, treat your ears to five free outdoor concerts – each one starting at 8:15 p.m. Enjoy these magnificent performances cycling through various parks around the city, with standout shows like the Memorial Day concert at Flag Pole Hill near White Rock Lake Trail, featuring fireworks and patriotic tunes.
For those seeking more film and television music, keep an eye out for the June performances led by DSO's assistant conductor, Shira Samuels-Schragg. Expect captivating renditions from musical classics like West Side Story and Star Wars: The Mandalorian.
Here's a list of the upcoming shows:
- May 26 at Flag Pole Hill, 8015 Doran Circle, Dallas.
- June 6 at Exall Park, 3501 Live Oak St., Dallas.
- June 7 at Kidd Springs Park, 711 West Canty St., Dallas.
- June 10 at Fretz Park, 6950 Belt Line Road, Dallas.
- June 12 at Paul Quinn College, 3837 Simpson Stuart Road, Dallas.
*FUN FACTS***: These concerts will enchant you with unique themed performances, from patriotic songs and fireworks on Memorial Day to favorite film and TV scores in June.
As summer unfolds, North Texas offers a plethora of live music events for every music lover. Check out the Go See DFW calendar for new events galore! Here's a sneak peek at more concert series happening across the region:
- Grapevine Main Live!, every Friday through June 27 at 7:30 p.m. at Peace Plaza, 815 S. Main St., Grapevine
- Rockwall Concert by the Lake series, every Thursday through July 31 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Harbor, 2059 Summer Lee Dr., Rockwall
- Safari Nights at the Dallas Zoo, every Saturday through June 14 at 7 p.m. at the Dallas Zoo, 650 S. R.L. Thornton Freeway, Dallas
- Cool Thursdays at the Dallas Arboretum, every Thursday through June 26 at 7:30 p.m. at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas
- Sounds of Lewisville, every Tuesday through July 1 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Wayne Ferguson Plaza, 150 W. Church St., Lewisville
- Legacy West - Live Music Series, every Saturday through June 21 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Legacy West, 7800 Windrose Ave., Plano.
Join the music extravaganza this summer, exploring various musical genres and enjoying the delightful ambiance North Texas has to offer! 🎵🎶
The Go See DFW calendar is a collaboration between KERA and The Dallas Morning News.
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The Dallas Symphony Orchestra's Parks Concert Series offers a diverse range of music, including patriotic tunes and film and TV scores, catering to various tastes within the community. After the summer events listed, one can also look forward to the Grapevine Main Live! and Rockwall Concert by the Lake series for more live music entertainment.
