SUMMERFEST2026 UNC HEALTH PRESENTS
CARY’S KOKA BOOTH AMPHITHEATRE
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Memorial Day Weekend Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No.1
A Space Spectacular: Star Wars & More
Sophie Mok, conductor Albert Cano Smit, piano
David Glover, conductor
SAT, MAY 23, 2026 | 8PM
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 Dvořák: Symphony No. 8
Epic Film Scores
SAT, MAY 30, 2026 | 8PM
Lawrence Loh, conductor
Pack your picnic and enjoy iconic film music—from the triumphant Chariots of Fire to the epic journey of The Lord of the Rings and the sweeping romance of Titanic—performed live in symphonic splendor. An unforgettable summer night of music, movies, and memories.
SAT, JUN 6, 2026 | 8PM
Blast off on a musical journey through the cosmos with the North Carolina Symphony! Experience unforgettable musical scores from Star Wars, 2001: A Space Odyssey, E.T., and more. A thrilling concert adventure that’s out of this world!
Patriotic Pops
FRI, JUN 12, 2026 | 8PM
Sophie Mok, conductor
Join us for a performance celebrating the ingenuity, heroism, hope, and resilience that define the American spirit as we honor America 250. Patriotic Pops Presenting Sponsor: Bank of America Concert Sponsor: CEI - The Digital Office
Swan Lake
Under the Sea
FRI, JUN 5, 2026 | 8PM
Shira Samuels-Shragg, conductor
Kabalevsky: Violin Concerto Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake selections
Dive into a magical summer night inspired by the ocean’s wonders. The Symphony brings the sea to life with selections from Jaws, The Little Mermaid, Pirates of the Caribbean, and The Carnival of the Animals.
Selections
Chad Goodman, conductor Elli Choi, violin
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SAT, JUN 13, 2026 | 8PM