Experience The Philadelphia Orchestra at SPAC: 2025 Schedule & Tickets
Save the Date: August 6-23, 2025
The Philadelphia Orchestra returns to Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) for an extraordinary summer of music from August 6–23, 2025. Under the leadership of Music & Artistic Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin, this year’s lineup features a mix of classical masterworks, SPAC premieres, and special guest performances that promise an unforgettable season.
Why Is the Philadelphia Orchestra at SPAC So Special?
The Philadelphia Orchestra has been an integral part of SPAC’s history since the amphitheater first opened in 1966, designed by legendary conductor Eugene Ormandy
The group’s decades-long residency continues to bring world-class symphonic music to Saratoga Springs, making it a beloved summer tradition.
2025 Philadelphia Orchestra at SPAC: Highlights & Performances
Photo Credit: Gary Gold, provided by SPAC
This year's residency brings together world-renowned soloists, award-winning conductors, and exciting orchestral collaborations, including:
- Guest Vocalists: Laufey, Cynthia Erivo, and Renée Fleming
- Featured Conductors: Yannick Nézet-Séguin, Marin Alsop, and Teddy Abrams
- Major Works: Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, Stravinsky’s The Firebird Suite, and Verdi’s Requiem with Albany Pro Musica, Copland’s Appalachian Spring Suite
- Film Nights: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince™ in Concert and Back to the Future in Concert
- Rising Star Soloists: Randall Goosby (violin), Sheku Kanneh-Mason (cello), Clayton Stephenson (piano), and Beatrice Rana (piano)
View the Full 2025 Schedule
Click the links below to learn about each night's program:
Wed, Aug 6
· 7:30 PM
Guest Conductor Marin Alsop returns to SPAC to lead the Philadelphia Orchestra in an unforgettable night of Tchaikovsky, including the thrilling 1812 Overture with live cannon fire and fireworks.
Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Thu, Aug 7
· 7:30 PM
Renowned conductor Marin Alsop leads a thrilling performance of Gustav Holst's iconic orchestral suite, The Planets, known for inspiring generations of sci-fi composers.
Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Fri, Aug 8
· 7:30 PM
Philadelphia Orchestra Principal Guest Conductor Marin Alsop returns to SPAC to lead a captivating performance of Bernstein's Symphonic Dances from West Side Story.
Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Sat, Aug 9
· 7:30 PM
GRAMMY-winning jazz artist Laufey takes audiences on an enchanting sonic journey, performing her mesmerizing "Night at the Symphony" program alongside The Philadelphia Orchestra.
Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Wed, Aug 13
· 7:30 PM
Philadelphia Orchestra Music and Artistic Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin returns to Saratoga to lead two unique programs that can only be heard at SPAC.
Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Thu, Aug 14
· 7:30 PM
Yannick Nézet-Séguin leads The Philadelphia Orchestra, Metropolitan Opera soloists, and Albany Pro Musica Chorus in Verdi's profound Requiem.
Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Fri, Aug 15
· 7:30 PM
One of the most beloved and celebrated singers of our time, five-time GRAMMY-winner Renée Fleming returns to SPAC with an all-new program alongside The Philadelphia Orchestra.
Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Sat, Aug 16
· 7:30 PM
Relive the magic of year six in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince™ in Concert.
Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Wed, Aug 20
· 7:30 PM
Beethoven's iconic Fifth Symphony, defined by its famous four-note motif, journeys dramatically from intense struggle to exhilarating triumph.
Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Thu, Aug 21
· 7:30 PM
Led by "2022 Musical America Conductor of the Year" Teddy Abrams, this program highlights the sounds of American music from past to present.
Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Fri, Aug 22
· 7:30 PM
Award-winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo joins The Philadelphia Orchestra for a spectacular evening, performing beloved hits by legends like Nina Simone, Aretha Franklin, and Tina Turner.
Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Sat, Aug 23
· 7:30 PM
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Back to the Future as The Philadelphia Orchestra performs Alan Silvestri's iconic score live, synchronized with the film on a high-def screen.
Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Where Can I Buy Tickets for the Philadelphia Orchestra at SPAC?
Tickets for all Philadelphia Orchestra performances at SPAC are available now! Visit SPAC.org for details on seating, pricing, and packages.
About the Author: Joe Legault
Joe is a dedicated editor from Lake Luzerne, NY, with a passion for hiking the Adirondack high peaks, running half marathons and 5Ks, and visiting local craft breweries like Common Roots and Dancing Grain. He enjoys writing about the region's can't-miss attractions and activities.
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