Join the Richmond Symphony for a weekend of music and celebration as part of Richmond SailFest, the city’s kickoff to America’s 250th anniversary commemorations.On Saturday, June 13 from 6:30–8:00pm, the Richmond Symphony performs live at Dock Street Park along the James River. This free outdoor concert will feature patriotic favorites, American classics, and audience-friendly orchestral music as part of an unforgettable evening of entertainment leading into SailFest’s spectacular fireworks display over the river.Then on Sunday, June 14, experience a special SailFest edition of the Richmond Symphony’s annual Mile of Music. Musicians from across the orchestra will perform in a series of free pop-up performances throughout the festival grounds, filling Richmond’s riverfront with live music, surprise performances, and interactive musical moments for all ages.Come celebrate community, history, and the power of live music during this once-in-a-generation waterfront festival.

An exciting, celebratory summer evening of music under the stars, bringing the community together for shared favorites and festive spirit.

Carlos Simon - Fate Now Conquers
Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov - Capriccio espagno

William Grant Still - Danzas de Panama
Maurice Ravel - Le Tombeau de Couperin
Bob Chilcott - Move Him Into the Sun
Sergei Prokofiev - Symphony No. 1 “Classical”

A vibrant celebration of Pride that honors individuality, community, and self-expression through music that reflects joy, resilience, and the power of being seen.

Featuring Ciara Harper as the lead vocalist, this concert honors the unforgettable voices of Whitney Houston, Etta James, Tina Turner, and other iconic artists who transformed music and culture.

Ludwig van Beethoven - Symphony No. 5, Op. 67, C minor
Georges Bizet/Serebrier - Carmen Symphony

Featuring Ciara Harper as the lead vocalist, this concert honors the unforgettable voices of Whitney Houston, Etta James, Tina Turner, and other iconic artists who transformed music and culture.

A sweeping, ocean-inspired program that pairs lyrical virtuosity with richly colored seascapes, tracing the sea’s beauty, power, and mystery through orchestral sound..

Ernst Bloch - Poems of the Sea
Max Bruch - Scottish Fantasy
Felix Mendelssohn - The Hebrides 
Frank Bridge - The Sea

with Luke Hill, violin

A magical afternoon of symphonic storytelling, featuring iconic Harry Potter music alongside classic tales of enchantment from The Wizard of Oz and The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, perfect for wizards of all ages.

Ludwig van Beethoven - Symphony No.3, op.55, E-flat major (Eroica)

Beethoven like you’ve never heard—or tasted—before. Beethoven on the Rocks is a relaxed, social evening where great music meets great cocktails, pairing Beethoven’s “Eroica” Symphony with the timeless flair of an Old Fashioned. This isn’t your typical concert.

with Melinda Doolittle, vocalist

Nielsen – Symphonic Rhapsody
Greig – Piano Concerto | Cathal Breslin, piano
Sibelius – Symphony No. 2

with Cathal Breslin, piano

Creating an Orchestral Fairytale

with vocalists Cherise Coaches, Kelly Levesque & Shayna Steele