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Festival City Symphony presents two concert series each season: Saturday Classics & PJ Jamboree

06/17/2026

A new season of music is on the horizon!

We’re already looking ahead to the 2026–27 season with another year of inspiring, accessible performances for the Milwaukee community.

Save the dates for our upcoming concerts:

Saturday Classics

-October 24, 2026
-January 30, 2027
-March 6, 2027
-April 17, 2027

Pajama Jamborees

-October 28, 2026
-December 2, 2026
-April 28, 2027

Whether you’re a longtime concertgoer or planning your first visit, we can’t wait to share another season of music with you. More details coming soon!

06/11/2026

For nearly 100 years, Festival City Symphony has been dedicated to making live classical music accessible, welcoming, and inspiring for the Milwaukee community.

As Milwaukee’s oldest performing symphony orchestra, our mission goes beyond the stage. Through free and family-friendly performances, educational connections, and collaborations with local artists and organizations, we strive to make music something everyone can experience and enjoy.

Our orchestra is made up of passionate professional musicians, many of whom also serve as educators and mentors throughout Milwaukee’s schools, universities, and studios, helping inspire the next generation of musicians and music lovers.

From our beginnings as the Milwaukee Civic Symphony Orchestra to the community-centered organization we are today, we remain committed to bringing people together through the power of music.

Learn more about our mission here: https://festivalcitysymphony.org/about-fcs/

06/02/2026

Even while the stage is quiet, the mission of plays on behind the scenes.

As Milwaukee’s oldest performing symphony orchestra, we’ve spent nearly a century bringing free, high-quality classical music to our community, and that’s only possible because of generous supporters like you.

From our beloved Saturday Classics series to our family-friendly Pajama Jamborees, every note we play is powered by your donations and the grants that help keep our concerts accessible to all.

During the off-season, we’re already hard at work planning for what’s ahead. If you believe in making live music available to everyone, we invite you to support our work with a gift of any size. Your donation helps us educate, inspire, and keep classical music thriving in Milwaukee!

https://secure.givelively.org/donate/festival-city-symphony-inc

05/29/2026

Save these dates!!

The 2026–27 season is coming together, and we’re excited to share what’s ahead.

Saturday Classics:
-October 24, 2026
-January 30, 2027
-March 6, 2027
-April 17, 2027

Pajama Jamborees:
-October 28, 2026
-December 2, 2026
-April 28, 2027

Mark your calendars…another season of inspiring, accessible music is just around the corner. More details to come!

05/25/2026

This , we pause to remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country and reflect on the meaning behind the traditions that honor them.

Music has played a role in remembrance for many years. “Taps,” performed at military funerals and ceremonies since the Civil War, is a simple yet powerful tribute that signals rest and remembrance.

In contrast, “The Stars and Stripes Forever” reflects a sense of national pride and unity, often performed at patriotic events to honor the spirit of those who served.

At , we recognize how music helps tell these stories by connecting history, emotion, and community across generations.

05/20/2026

Here’s something you might not know…

Festival City Symphony is Milwaukee’s oldest performing symphony orchestra and we’ve been sharing the beauty of classical music with the community for nearly 100 years!

Formerly known as the Milwaukee Civic Symphony Orchestra, we officially became Festival City Symphony in 1994 with a debut concert at the historic Pabst Theater. Since then, we’ve continued our mission of making music free, accessible, and unforgettable for all.

From local collaborations to inspiring performances by professional musicians who also teach across Milwaukee, we’re proud to be a vital thread in the city’s vibrant arts scene.

Go to https://festivalcitysymphony.org/ to learn more.

05/14/2026

Festival City Symphony is proud to recognize the Milwaukee Arts Board and the Wisconsin Arts Board, with funds from the State of Wisconsin, for their generous support of our 2025–26 season.

Their commitment to the arts helps us bring free, family-friendly classical concerts to our community and ensures that music remains accessible to all.

Join us in giving them a huge sponsor ovation for their dedication to keeping the arts thriving in Milwaukee and across Wisconsin!

05/12/2026

The final notes of our 2025–26 season may have faded, but your impact keeps ringing loud and clear!

Thank you to everyone who supported with donations this past season - we truly couldn’t do it without you. From every Pajama Jamboree to our Saturday Classics concerts, your generosity helped make the music happen.

As we look ahead to a brand-new season, your continued support helps us plan, prepare, and keep classical music accessible to all in Milwaukee.

You can donate anytime at festivalcitysymphony.org. Every gift, big or small, makes a difference.

05/08/2026

Recently, our Festival City Symphony String Trio had the opportunity to perform at Northwestern Mutual as part of the United Performing Arts Fund - UPAF Workplace Giving Campaign.

We’re always grateful for opportunities like this to connect with the community in new spaces and be part of something that supports the arts across Milwaukee.

05/06/2026

What a season it’s been! The 2025–26 Festival City Symphony season brought 4 unforgettable Saturday Classics and 3 joyful Pajama Jamborees to stages across Milwaukee, and we loved every minute of it!

From powerful works like Copland’s Third Symphony to audience favorites like Pictures at an Exhibition, and from inspiring pre-concert insights at Unlocking the Score to the laughter and movement of our family-friendly Jamborees, each performance was a celebration of community, connection, and the impact of live music.

Thank you to everyone who clapped, danced, donated, and showed up. We truly couldn’t do it without you. Your support keeps the music alive and accessible for all.

We’re already tuning up for next season, and we can’t wait to see you back for more music, more memories, and more magic in 2026–27. 🎶

Address

325 W Walnut Street
Milwaukee, WI
53212

Website

https://www.festivalcitysymphony.org/

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