Take a trip through the decades with the ISO at Conner Prairie this summer
Get ready for another unforgettable summer at Kroger Symphony on the Prairie. The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra (ISO) announces its 2026 season, featuring an exciting lineup of orchestral favorites, blockbuster film music, and high-energy tribute performances at the scenic Conner Prairie Amphitheatre in Fishers.
Tickets for the 2026 season go on sale at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 7. Concerts begin June 26 and continue through Labor Day weekend, offering a full summer of live music under the stars.
From rock classics and iconic film scores to the patriotic tradition of Star-Spangled Symphony, this year’s lineup is sure to make your summer sizzle. From classic hits of the 1960s and ‘70s to contemporary pop and rock, the ISO offers music for the whole family to enjoy.
The ISO will perform 11 concerts this season, bringing audiences music from some of the most beloved artists and franchises of all time. Programs include the music of Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Disney favorites, along with electrifying symphonic programs celebrating Earth, Wind & Fire, the biggest hits of the 1980s, and smooth Yacht Rock classics.
The orchestra season opens June 26 and 27 with Face 2 Face: A Tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John, featuring two nights of unforgettable piano rock hits.
The ISO’s annual Star-Spangled Symphony returns July 2 to 4 with patriotic favorites and a dazzling fireworks display celebrating America’s 250th birthday, with special surprises.
Film and pop favorites continue throughout July with the Music of Star Wars on July 10, featuring a trivia contest for super fans. July concerts also include Serpentine Fire: The Music of Earth, Wind & Fire on July 11, Back to the 80s on July 17, and Summer Breeze: Yacht Rock Classics on July 18.
The ISO also performs the magical Music of Harry Potter: An Evening at Hogwarts on July 24 and Disney in Concert: A Dream Is a Wish on July 25, bringing beloved film music to life with the power of a full orchestra.
Following the orchestra performances, the Kroger Symphony on the Prairie stage welcomes an exciting lineup of tribute artists celebrating some of the biggest names in music.
The tribute series begins July 31 with Always, Adele, followed by Let’s Sing Sabrina / Let’s Sing Harry on Aug. 1 celebrating the music of Sabrina Carpenter and Harry Styles.
August continues with a variety of crowd-pleasing performances, including The Fab Four: The Ultimate Beatles Tribute (Aug. 7), The Heart of Rock & Roll: America’s #1 Huey Lewis & the News Tribute (Aug. 8), Hollywood Nights: The Bob Seger Experience (Aug. 14), and The Australian Bee Gees (Aug. 15).
Additional performances include Troubadours: A Tribute to James Taylor and Carole King (Aug. 21), One Night of Queen (Aug. 22), The Boy Band Night (Aug. 28), and Private Eyes: A Tribute to Hall & Oates (Aug. 29).
Labor Day weekend closes out the season with Free Fallin The Tom Petty Concert Experience (Sept. 4), The Phil Collins Experience (Sept. 5), and the popular EagleMania (Sept. 6).
New this season
Beginning April 7, visit IndianapolisSymphony.org for the Symphony Summer Special. For a limited time only, choose tickets to four concerts for just $120 (plus taxes and fees). Mix and match music from your favorite decades and create your perfect concert lineup (exclusions apply). This limited-time offer will be available while supplies last.
Single tickets and tables can be purchased by the general public starting Tuesday, April 7 via phone at (317) 639-4300, at the ISO Box Office at 45 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, online at IndianapolisSymphony.org, or by visiting your central Indiana Kroger store.
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