The Virginia Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of conductor Gonzalo Farias, will perform under the stars Saturday on the Yorktown waterfront.
Visitors are urged to pack picnics and arrive early for the free concert, which traditionally draws a large crowd, according to the York County tourism officials. Awards will be given for the most creative picnic setups.
In addition to the symphony, the Fifes and Drums of York Town also will perform. The fifes and drums will begin playing at 6 p.m., and the symphony will start at 7:30 p.m.
The Yorktown Trolley will not be running during and after the concert, the county said.
Where to park:
- Parking is available in the two-level parking terrace on Water Street, with handicapped parking on the lower level.
- Additional parking can be found at the York-Poquoson Courthouse, County Administration Building, York Hall and other designated lots throughout town.
- Guests may park at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown beginning at 5 p.m.
- To ease the flow of traffic, no loading of any equipment, chairs, coolers, etc. into vehicles will be permitted during or at the conclusion of the concert at the corners of Water and Ballard streets and Water and Buckner streets.
Want to go?
The 22nd annual Virginia Symphony Orchestra concert on the Yorktown waterfront begins at 6 p.m. Saturday (Sept. 1) with music by the Fifes and Drums of York Town. The symphony will perform beginning at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. More information can be found at www.visityorktown.org.
