Marsh® Symphony on the Prairie
Sit back, relax and enjoy the beautiful sounds of Symphony on the Prairie! Add another level of fun to your evening by booking a flight on 1859 Balloon Voyage and float 350 feet above the symphony before or during the show (details below). If you'd like to make a day of it, come early and explore Conner Prairie before the symphony begins.*
*Please note: Admission to Marsh Symphony on the Prairie is not included in the free admission program for military personnel or in the general admission price for Conner Prairie. Please see below for Symphony on the Prairie ticketing information and prices.
2011 Schedule & Ticket Information
Visit Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra for ticket information or call 317.639.4300.
Advance tickets: Adult/$22; Child (age 2-12)/$11
Tickets at the gate: Adult/$27; Child/$13.
Tickets for July 1-4: Advance $27; at the gate/$30
Tickets are also available Marsh and O'Malia's locations.
Gates open at 6 p.m. Gates open on July 1-4 at 4:30 p.m. and August 13 at 5 p.m.
American Landscapes
Saturday, June 25, 8 p.m.
Star Spangled Symphony
Friday, July 1 | Saturday, July 2 | Sunday, July 3 | Monday, July 4
Fireworks after the performance: 9:45 p.m.
Christopher Cross with the ISO
Friday, July 8, 8 p.m. | Saturday, July 9, 8 p.m.
Sinatra Songbook with Steve Lippia
Friday, July 15, 8 p.m. | Saturday, July 16, 8 p.m.
Arlo Guthrie and Time for Three
Friday, July 22, 8 p.m. | Saturday, July 23, 8 p.m.
Evening in Olde Vienna
Friday, July 29, 8 p.m. | Saturday, July 30, 8 p.m.
The Music of Billy Joel & Elton John featuring Michael Cavanaugh
Friday, August 5, 8 p.m. | Saturday, August 6, 8 p.m.
Classical Mystery Tour: Music of the Beatles
Thursday, August 11 | Friday, August 12 | Saturday, August 13
Glenn Miller Orchestra*
Friday, August 19, 8 p.m. | Saturday, August 20, 8 p.m.
Lee Ann Womack's Prairie Debut*
Friday, August 26, 8 p.m. | Saturday, August 27, 8 p.m.
Flash Cadillac is Back*
Thursday, September 1, 8 p.m. | Friday, September 2, 8 p.m.
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy*
Saturday, September 3, 8 p.m. | Sunday, September 4, 8 p.m.
John McLaughlin
Saturday, September 10, 8 p.m.
*The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra does not perform at this concert.
Groups & Food Options
Pre-concert group entertaining is available, from tables front and center of the stage to private catering events in one of our three pavilions or indoor private event facilities.
Tables are secured directly through the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s Group Sales Office at 317.639.4300. For groups of 30 or more, please call 317.231.6788. Pre-order from MBP Distinctive Catering for boxed dinner and beverage delivery to your table (groups of 8 or more). View menu here.
For the private pavilions or event spaces elsewhere on Conner Prairie's grounds, please contact Catering and Banquet Sales at 317.776.6000 or catering@connerprairie.org. after you have secured your concert date tickets with the ISO.
To purchase Marsh Symphony on the Prairie tickets
Visit Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra for the complete concert schedule and ticket information, or call 317.639.4300. Tickets are also available at Marsh and O'Malia's locations.
To purchase Balloon Flight tickets during Symphony
Tickets are available at the Balloon Kiosk for balloon flights taking place from 6:00-9:00 p.m. All balloon flights are subject to weather conditions. Tickets for Symphony on the Prairie balloon flights are $20 for guests (ages 2 and older) and $17 for Conner Prairie members. Apply a $5 sponsor discount coupon available at participating Ricker's BP stores. If tickets are purchased and flights are cancelled due to weather conditions, a full refund will be issued.
Balloon Flights during the fireworks show July 1-4 at 9:45 p.m. - Tickets are $50 for guests (ages 2 and older) and $47 for Conner Prairie members. Please make a reservation for fireworks flights by calling Guest Services at 317.776.6006.
General Regulations for Balloon Flights during Symphony
Guests should check in 15 minutes prior to assigned time range.
Each guest (age 2 and older) must have a ticket. NOTE: Children not accompanied by a parent or guardian must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. All children age 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
All voyages subject to availability and flying conditions.
Refunds are given if Conner Prairie cancels.
Weather Alerts
For weather alerts prior to the concert, text the word WEATHER and your concert date (i.e. WEATHER AUGUST 13) to 24025.
Premium Parking
Arrive at the bandshell in a snap! For $20 per spot, Premium Parking offers a quick commute to your seat and a fast exit after the concert. This lot is accessed from North Drive, located north of the main entrance. Spots must be purchased in advance by calling the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra at 317.639.4300.
Please Note
All concerts begin at 8:00 p.m. Gates open at 6:00 p.m. Gates open at 4:30 p.m. July 1-4. All concerts take place at Conner Prairie. Cameras and recording devices are prohibited. Please, no pets, grills, fireworks, tiki torches or sparklers. We are not responsible for lost or stolen tickets. All programming and artists are subject to change.