Family Series
Make memories that will last a lifetime with your CSO! Family series concerts feature fun pre-concert activities followed by interactive and educational concert experiences that feature beloved children's stories, exciting special guests, and more.
The Family Series Experience
- Designed for children ages 4-9. Babes in arms (under 2 years of age) attending on a parent or guardian's lap are admitted free of charge
- A one-hour pre-concert festival with hands-on activities, storytelling, musical games, and more!
- Concerts are one hour and do not include an intermission
- A casual environment where kids can move around in their seat and enjoy the music
- Fun, interactive segments with the conductor, musicians, or special guests
- Lights are kept on inside the theater
- Snacks from home are allowed inside the theater
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This series is available in a package of 4. See Packages & Pricing to learn more. Subscribers enjoy savings of up to 50%, free & easy ticket exchanges, 10% off additional tickets, customized payment plans, and more!
Questions? Call or email Patron Services at 704-972-2000 (Mon-Fri, 9 am-5 pm)
2025-26 Season
Peter and the Wolf
Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 11:00 AM | Knight TheaterProkofiev's timeless musical tale brings storytelling to life as each character -- Peter, his animal friends, and the cunning wolf -- is represented by a different instrument in the orchestra. With lively narration and colorful orchestration, this beloved classic is the perfect way to introduce young audiences to the magic of music.
Holiday Pops
Saturday, December 13, 2025 | 11:00 AM | Knight TheaterCelebrate the season with Charlotte's favorite holiday tradition! Experience the magic of the holidays as the Charlotte Symphony brings beloved carols and festive favorites to life. With sparkling arrangements, heartwarming melodies, and special appearances from Santa and friends, this joyful concert is sure to bring holiday cheer to the whole family!
CLASSICAL KIDS LIVE!
Beethoven Lives Upstairs
Saturday, January 24, 2026 | 11:00 AM | Knight TheaterHistory, drama, and music come to life through a lively exchange of letters between young Christoph and his uncle about the "madman" upstairs -- Beethoven himself. As Christoph learns about the composer's genius and struggles, audiences are captivated by the master's music, including the Moonlight Sonata, Für Elise, and the great Fifth and Ninth Symphonies. The music is magically woven into the drama as two actors share their anecdotes and observations based on true incidents from the composer's life.
The Orchestra Games
Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 11:00 AM | Knight TheaterMeet the instruments of the Orchestra in this Olympic-inspired concert right after the Winter 2026 Olympics in Italy. Watch as the orchestra's strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion compete in fun events like the low-note limbo, fast-note dash, and marathon, showcasing their unique strengths and personalities. Let the games begin!
Artists and programs subject to change without notice.
