GSO Pop Up Orchestra Concert and Event Schedule
August 4th-9th 2026
For six days in August, GSO will present a series of free (or nominally priced) , 45-minute concerts, in imaginative, unexpected, and less formal settings throughout the city, designed to engage, entertain and be interactive.
Guitar for Teens
led by GSO Musician, Tony Snyder
Tuesday August 4, 3pm
Grove Youth Wellness Hub, 737 Woolwich St.
No ticket is required for this free event
Symphony Under the Stars 2026
Wednesday August 5, 8:45pm,
Riverside Park Bandshell, 709 Woolwich St
Enjoy an evening of live music by @GuelphSymphony + stargazing with Ten Telescopes
Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy stargazing using 3D printed telescopes, under the guidance of Bryan Delodder of Ten Telescopes. Join us in celebrating the marvels of the universe with familiar melodies from Star Wars, The Planets, and Debussy’s Clair de Lune. https://www.tentelescopes.com
Please bring a lawn-chair or blanket.
In the event of poor weather, the concert will be rescheduled to August 6th at 8:45pm.
Weather and parking updates will be posted on this page!
Register here for tickets to this free GSO Pop Up Orchestra Event!
“Let’s Dance”
Friday August 7, 11:15 am
Shelldale Centre Auditorium,
20 Shelldale Crescent
From Calypso to Classics, this high-energy concert will have everyone dancing in their seats! With dance artist and City of Guelph Artist in Residence, Kween!
“African Drumming”
Friday August 7, Noon
Shelldale Centre Auditorium,
20 Shelldale Crescent
In this free interactive workshop participants will learn some basic drumming techniques and patterns, play rhythm games, learn to listen to each other and find the sense of rhythm within. Drumming together is a great way to build community!
Everyone has a sense of rhythm and everyone is welcome. No experience necessary. Drums will be provided.
Bring a sense of curiosity and fun!
Led by GSO musician, Alison Feuerwerker
” By Moonlight”
Saturday August 8, 9pm
South End
Audiences will experience a one-of-a-kind concert performed in a magical illuminated garden!
Featuring music inspired by the
nature, from Vivaldi’s Four Seasons to Debussy’s Clair de Lune . Seating is limited.
Tickets are $25 and available at the link below.
“The Lion and the Mouse”
Saturday August 9, 11am
The Steggles’ Garden
In the African Serengeti, Enyi, a timid mouse, accidentally disturbs Aza the lion. In an act of kindness, the lion allows the mouse to escape, never imagining that this tiny creature would later save his life! The musical score is inspired by the music of Clara Schumann and Fanny Mendelssohn.
Patrons are welcome to make a donation to the orchestra to support this important community outreach. Here is the link to our donation page.