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Family Concerts & Music Explorers

Create lasting musical memories with The Cleveland Orchestra – make it a family tradition!

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Under 18s are Free

Tickets for adults start at just $15 and young people (age 17 and under) are free (with purchase of adult ticket)! Not available for box seating.

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Family Concerts

For Ages 7-12

Inspire your child’s love of music with fun, interactive concerts by The Cleveland Orchestra. Explore instruments, meet musicians, and start a lifelong musical journey at Severance Music Center.

Family Concerts are presented by

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The 2026–27 Family Concert Series is sponsored by Anne H. Jenkins and Tom H. Jenkins
Sensory Friendly concerts are generously sponsored by an Anonymous donor.

Upcoming Family Concerts

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26–27 Family Concert Series — Sensory-Friendly

Oct 25

Severance Music Center

Cartoon halloween characters
26–27 Family Concert Series

Oct 25

Severance Music Center

boy and snowman flying over snowy landscape
26–27 Family Concert Series

Jan 10, 2027

Mandel Concert Hall

illustration of a witch, goblin, and other magical creatures
26–27 Family Concert Series

Apr 9, 2027

Mandel Concert Hall

illustration of a witch, goblin, and other magical creatures
26–27 Family Concert Series — Sensory-Friendly

Apr 10, 2027

Mandel Concert Hall

Before the Concert

All performances take place in Mandel Concert Hall. Come early for instrument discovery and activities in Smith Lobby.

Concert Duration

Each concert lasts under an hour, with themes chosen especially for our fans ages 7 to 12.

Young children in reinberger chamber hall

Music Explorers Concerts

For Ages 3-6 

Get ready for fun, hands-on concerts with The Cleveland Orchestra! Hear awesome music, learn about instruments, and meet the musicians who play them. It’s the perfect way to start your music adventure!


Music Explorers Concerts are presented by

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Upcoming Music Explorers Concerts

Brown bassoon with gold highlights over blue abstract wave background
26 – 27 Music Explorers

Oct 9 – 10

Reinberger Chamber Hall

Five men in suits holding brass instruments in a theater lobby with concert banners and lit stage backdrop.
26 – 27 Music Explorers

Dec 11 – 12

Mandel Concert Hall

Stylized orange horn brass on a warm red gradient background.
26 – 27 Music Explorers

Feb 26 – 27, 2027

Reinberger Chamber Hall

26 – 27 Music Explorers

Apr 2 – 3, 2027

Reinberger Chamber Hall

Orange viola with bow and strings, surrounded by pink and purple abstract shapes and splashes
26 – 27 Music Explorers

Apr 30 – May 1, 2027

Reinberger Chamber Hall

Interactive Fun

Kid-friendly tunes and our friendly hosts will get children singing, clapping, and moving to the music!

Concert Duration

Each performance lasts under an hour, with themes chosen especially for our youngest friends ages 3-6.

School Groups

Tickets to Music Explorers programs are free for educators and students thanks to the Jane B. and Eric T. Nord Education Fund. More about concerts for schools.


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Bring the whole family together with free community programs & concerts

The Cleveland Orchestra provides activities for families and adults throughout Greater Cleveland each year, including one-of-a-kind performances, instrument discovery zones, and neighborhood programs.


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