YORKTOWN — The waterfront will be alive with the sound of music on Saturday, August 31, when the Virginia Symphony Orchestra (VSO), returns to Yorktown. The 26th annual outdoor concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. under the direction of conductor Brandon Eldredge.
Visitors are urged to pack a cooler, bring lawn chairs or blankets and arrive early. The award-winning Fifes and Drums of York Town will take the stage at 6 p.m. for a patriotic performance. Blue ribbons will be awarded to the most creative picnic arrangements prior to the event.
The theme will be “Once Upon a Symphony,” inviting audience members to explore the enchanting connection between music and storytelling. The Virginia Symphony Orchestra will perform cherished orchestral works inspired by literature, film and fairy tales.
This free concert is presented by the Celebrate Yorktown Committee of the Yorktown Foundation with support from York County, the York County Arts Commission and the Virginia Commission for the Arts, as well as community contributors from organizations, businesses and individuals.
Visitors are reminded:
- Parking is available in the two-level parking terrace on Water Street, with handicapped parking located on the lower level.
- Additional parking can be found at York Hall, County Administration Building, York County Courts & Office Complex and other designated lots. Guests also may also park at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown beginning at 5 p.m.
- To ease the flow of traffic, no loading of any equipment, chairs or coolers into vehicles will be permitted during or at the conclusion of the concert at the corners of Water and Ballard Streets and Water and Buckner Streets.
- The Yorktown Trolley will not be available during and after the concert. Trolley service ends at 5:30 p.m
The rain date is September 4.
