Relax under the big sky with Billings’ favorite summertime music event. Come early and bring your blanket or lawn chair. Enjoy family activities like the Kids’ Conducting Contest, instrument “petting zoo,” face painting, and food trucks!

5PM
Billings Community Band
Instrument Petting Zoo closed during performance

6PM
Instrument Petting Zoo open 6–6:45PM
Ever wonder how much breath it takes to play a tuba or flute? Or how a violin or cello bow feels in your hand? Thanks to Eckroth Music, you can experience instruments up close. This free hands-on event is fun for the whole family!

6:45PM
Kids Conducting Contest
This annual tradition has become a favorite for the young and the young at heart. Children are invited to come down to the front of the stage at 6:45PM to conduct a march by John Philip Sousa. Guest judges will select four finalists who then vie for a chance to conduct the orchestra on Sousa’s Invincible Eagle. We’re excited to welcome back all our budding musicians! Wands are available for purchase at the Symphony information tent. | Sponsored by Mayor Bill & Anne Cole
Wands are available for purchase at the Symphony Information Tent for just $2!

7PM
Billings Symphony Orchestra & guest artist (TBD)
Please see Symphony program for show line up
Instrument Petting Zoo closed during performance; open during intermission