In the Spotlight
February 05, 2018
Become a Festival Member
HOW GOOD DOES MEMBERSHIP SOUND? Become a member today and help support free classical music in Millennium Park. more
February 05, 2018
An Epic Season Finale: Carmina Burana
The fully orchestrated version of Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana will return to the Grant Park Music Festival for the first time since 2006. more
December 05, 2017
Marlea Simpson Returns to Chicago
Last month, Festival Impresario members were treated to a performance on the stage of the Jay Pritzker Pavilion by the accomplished violist, Marlea Simpson, the youngest member of the Grant Park Orchestra. more
November 06, 2017
On Being a Festival Docent
This year I begin my 13th season as a Grant Park Music Festival docent and I can say, “I have loved every minute!” more
October 27, 2017
2017 Advocate for the Arts Awards Benefit
Four hundred of Chicago's civic leaders and cultural elite gathered for a festive evening of musical entertainment in support of our city's cultural gem--the Grant Park Music Festival. more
September 29, 2017
Sponsor Spotlight: ComEd
Thank you to our friends at ComEd-Exelon who have been a sponsor of the Grant Park Music Festival for the past 14 years more
August 11, 2017
Children's book Electric Angel Celebrates Beethoven, The Blues, Buskers and all things Chicago
Order a copy of Electric Angel for only $15 by calling 312.742.7647 Monday through Friday between 10am-4pm. more
July 28, 2017
A World Premiere Legacy
“It’s pretty special when you can communicate with a high-level composer like that,” said Jonathan Boen, the Festival’s principal horn. more