INDIANAPOLIS—The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra is excited to celebrate the Fourth of July with three patriotic performances at Kroger Symphony on the Prairie. Conductor Alfred Savia, trumpeter Byron Stripling, and narrator Dean Dorrell, along with the ISO, will present a performance you won’t want to miss. Concerts run nightly July 3–5, starting at 8 p.m., and each one features an exciting fireworks finale to the 1812 Overture! Gates open at 6 p.m.
As part of the pre-show festivities on July 3 and 5, the 38th Infantry Division Band will perform from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to honor Army veterans and families. 2025 marks the 250th anniversary of the establishment of the United States Army, and the 38th Infantry Division Band will commemorate this significant milestone with a musical journey through history, reflecting on the legacy of service, sacrifice, and dedication. The 38th Infantry Division Band was organized in 1917 and remains the only military band in the state of Indiana. The band performs a diverse range of music, including marches, traditional and patriotic selections, as well as jazz and other popular music styles.
- 8 p.m. Thursday, July 3
- 8 p.m., Friday, July 4
- 8 p.m., Saturday, July 5
Conner Prairie Amphitheatre, 13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers, IN 46038
Tickets for the 2025 season are now on sale and concerts are offered through Labor Day weekend. With 10 weekends of live music and 21 performances, there’s something for everyone. The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra will be performing in nine concerts in July.
Purchase tickets at IndianapolisSymphony.org, the Hilbert Circle Theatre Box Office, or at most central Indiana Kroger stores. For phone purchases, call 317-639-4300.
Coming up in July:
July 11-12, Disney in Concert: Once Upon a Time takes audiences on a magical journey through beloved Disney favorites, conducted by Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly. Brought to life by the talents of four Broadway-caliber singers, the talented musicians of the ISO, and featuring high-resolution animated feature film sequences, Disney in Concert: Once Upon a Time explores iconic moments, plot twists, and feats of daring heroics from Encanto, Frozen, Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella, The Little Mermaid, Tangled, The Lion King, and many more. Presentation authorized by Disney Concerts; All rights reserved.
The following weekend, Maestro Everly leads the ISO in John Williams and Friends on July 18-19, featuring legendary film scores from composers such as Hans Zimmer, Alan Silvestri, and more.
Principal Guest Conductor of Pops Enrico Lopez-Yañez leads the ISO through a heartfelt journey on July 25 for The Greatest Love of All: A Tribute to Whitney Houston*, featuring Belinda Davids performing Houston’s greatest hits including “I Wanna Dance With Somebody,” “How Will I Know,” “Didn’t We Almost Have It All,” and much more. Not associated with the estate of Whitney Houston.
On July 26, Maestro Lopez-Yañez leads a symphonic celebration of the Eagles’ greatest hits with EagleMania. Sing along to fan favorites like “Hotel California,” “Take It Easy,” “Desperado,” and more.
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra is grateful for the support of our sponsors, who make Kroger Symphony on the Prairie possible:
Title sponsor: The Kroger Co.
Sunset Lounge presenting sponsor: Huntington Bank
Kroger Symphony on the Prairiemonth of July at a glance:
9 concerts featuring the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra:
- Thu Jul 3: Star-Spangled Symphony (Alfred Savia, conductor; Byron Stripling, vocals/trumpet)
- Fri Jul 4: Star-Spangled Symphony (Alfred Savia, conductor; Byron Stripling, vocals/trumpet)
- Sat Jul 5: Star-Spangled Symphony (Alfred Savia, conductor; Byron Stripling, vocals/trumpet)
- Fri Jul 11: Disney in Concert: Once Upon a Time (Jack Everly, conductor)
- Sat Jul 12: Disney in Concert: Once Upon a Time (Jack Everly, conductor)
- Fri Jul 18: John Williams + Friends (Jack Everly, conductor)
- Sat Jul 19: John Williams + Friends (Jack Everly, conductor)
- Fri Jul 25: The Greatest Love of All: A Tribute to Whitney Houston (Enrico Lopez-Yañez)
- Sat Jul 26: EagleMania (Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor)
Know Before You Go
- Gates open at 6 p.m. | Concerts begin at 8 p.m.(August 8 concert begins at 7 p.m.)
- Change of plans? Tickets may be exchanged before the start of the concert by emailing iso@indianapolissymphony.org. More information regarding the exchange policy is available online .
- Tickets may be purchased at IndianapolisSymphony.org, at most central Indiana Kroger stores, or at the Hilbert Circle Theatre Box Office.
- Patrons may bring their own food and beverages or enjoy on-site refreshments, including beer, wine, and spirits.
- Reserved seating, table rentals, and Huntington Bank Sunset Lounge tickets are available in limited quantities.
- Purchase tickets for three or more concerts and automatically receive a 10% discount(only available online or through the Box Office).
- Groups of 30 or more receive a 10% discount on tickets. Email groups@indianapolissymphony.org for more information.
For more information on Kroger Symphony on the Prairie or other Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra concerts, visit IndianapolisSymphony.org or call 317-639-4300.
