Join Eugene Symphony and Music Director Alex Prior for an evening of soaring symphonic favorites, cinematic music, an "Instrument Petting Zoo," and more under the open sky at our annual free summer concert, Symphony in the Park.
This event is free but tickets are required. Tickets are offered on the Cuthbert ticketing site.
If tickets are sold out, please join our waitlist by sending us a message here. We will do our best to get tickets for you.
This event is a food-raiser for Food for Lane County! Please bring non-perishable canned items to the concert and help feed your neighbors.
Symphony in the Park at Cuthbert Amphitheater FAQs
Is it really sold out already?
This event is very popular. Tickets generally “sell out” in less than an hour. But you have some options:
Join the waitlist here. If additional tickets become available, we'll notify the waitlist.
Come to the Cuthbert entry gates on the day of the concert. Returned tickets will be released on a first-come, first-served basis at the entry gate.
Attend the Cottage Grove Symphony in the Park: No tickets are required. Just bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the music.
What time does the event start?
Gates open at 7:00 PM. Enjoy live marimba music from 7:00–7:30 PM before the main performance. The concert begins at 8:00 PM.
How does seating work?
Seating is first come, first served for both the seated area and the lawn, with the exception of pre-arranged accessible seating. Arrive early for the best selection.
How do I reserve accessible seating?
Accessible seating requests can be made via our online contact form.
Will there be a food drive again this year?
Yes. We will be accepting donations of non-perishable food items for Food for Lane County at the concert.
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The most-needed items include:
Peanut butter and other nut butters
Canned tuna, chicken, and other proteins
Canned beans
Canned fruits and vegetables
Soup and chili
Pasta and rice
Macaroni and cheese
Oatmeal and hot cereal
Shelf-stable milk
Healthy snacks such as granola bars and crackers
Please ensure all donations are unopened, non-perishable, and within their expiration dates. Food for Lane County serves thousands of Lane County residents each year through a network of more than 150 programs and agencies.
Is Alex Prior conducting again this year?
Yes! Music Director Alex Prior will conduct the concert again this year.
Can I bring my own food and drinks?
Outside food and drinks are not permitted at Cuthbert Amphitheater.
Can I bring a water bottle?
Yes. Empty, clear plastic water bottles may be brought into the venue and refilled at water stations inside Cuthbert.
Can I bring towels, yoga mats, or lawn chairs?
Yes. Towels and yoga mats (30x60” max) are welcome on the lawn. Low Profile Beach Chairs are allowed in the upper lawn - please check Cuthbert Amphitheater's current policies regarding lawn chairs and seat heights before attending. Blankets are not allowed.
Is the concert really free?
Yes! Symphony in the Park is free to attend thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, donors, and community partners.
While admission is free, the event is not free to produce. If you'd like to help support free community concerts like this one, donations are always appreciated.
What if I have tickets but can no longer attend?
If you have tickets you won't use, please contact the Cuthbert Amphitheater box so they can be redistributed to others on the waitlist.
Cuthbert Amphitheater Policies
Have more questions? See Cuthbert Amphitheater ground rules.