La Crosse Symphony Orchestra

10/22/2026

A little spooky music to go with your Halloween fun! 🎃🎶

LSO musician Blake Bonde will be playing bass at River City Gallery La Crosse during Downtown La Crosse Trick-or-Treat this Saturday, October 24, from 11 AM–1 PM!

Stop by, enjoy some live spooky music, and say hello!

It’s almost time for one of Downtown La Crosse’s most beloved Halloween traditions!

The Children’s Museum of La Crosse is excited to help organize this year’s Downtown La Crosse Trick-or-Treat!

Saturday, October 24
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Get those costumes ready and bring the whole family downtown for an afternoon of Halloween fun, sweet treats, and spooky surprises!

And before the trick-or-treating begins, stop by the Children’s Museum of La Crosse for some BOO-SEUM fun! We’ll have Halloween activities to enjoy while you wait for the fun to begin—and we’ll also be the official headquarters for Downtown La Crosse Trick-or-Treat map pickup!

https://funmuseum.org/events/dowtown-la-crosse-trick-or-treat

10/21/2026

A New Look for Your IRA. A Lasting Impact on the Symphony

Did you know your IRA could help ensure that the music you love continues for generations to come for the La Crosse Symphony capital campaign? More than $1.7 million has already been raised toward the $3.5 million goal.

If you are age 70½ or older, a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) allows you to make a gift directly from your IRA to the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra's Endow the Encore campaign.

A QCD will allow you to support the Symphony while excluding the eligible distribution from your taxable income.

Your generosity today can help ensure that the music, artistry, and experiences that enrich our community continue well into the future.

As you consider your year-end giving, explore how your IRA can make a lasting difference.

Learn more about how to give a gift to Endow the Encore!

10/21/2026

Exciting news for the future of the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra! 🎶

Our Endow the Encore campaign has surpassed $1.7 million, with a $750,000 matching gift challenge to double your impact!

Thank you to WXOW for sharing this exciting milestone!

LA CROSSE, Wis. (WXOW) — The La Crosse Symphony Orchestra announced a $750,000 matching gift challenge to double donations for its $3.5 million Endow the Encore Campaign.

10/18/2026

What a night it was! A packed stage, incredible music, and an unforgettable start to our season. Thank you, News 8 Now / News 8000, for joining us on Opening Night!

Nearly 90 musicians took the stage at Viterbo’s Fine Arts Center Saturday night as the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra opened its new season.

10/16/2026

WPR Music is joining us for Opening Night!

They’ll be recording Mahler 1 LIVE this Saturday. Stop by and meet the WPR team before the concert, at intermission, or after!

10/15/2026

A little insight from the Maestro himself before the big night!

Hear what Maestro Alexander Platt has to share about Mahler Symphony No. 1, coming to the stage this Saturday!

10/14/2026

Opening Night is almost here, and the excitement is building!

With 87 professional musicians taking the stage for Mahler's Symphony No. 1, “Titan,” it's going to be an unforgettable evening!

The La Crosse Symphony Orchestra will launch its 2026-27 season Saturday with Mahler’s Symphony No. 1, “Titan,” performed by an unprecedented 87 musicians on the Viterbo Fine Arts Center stage.

10/14/2026

Cheers to a great cause!

We had a wonderful time at Turtle Stack Brewery for Pints for a Purpose! From trivia and giveaways to great conversations, it was a fun evening of bringing our community together in support of the arts.

A big thank you to Turtle Stack Brewery, everyone who stopped by, and News 8 Now / News 8000 Now for highlighting the event!

Check out the story, linked in the comments!

10/14/2026

One night only. One incredible concert.

Experience Mahler Symphony No. 1, guest artist Mariam Adam, 87 professional musicians, and so much more this Saturday at the Viterbo Fine Arts Center. You don't want to miss it!

Get your tickets today on our website, by calling (608) 783-2121, or by stopping by the LSO office!