The Columbus Symphony announced the 2021 season lineup for its annual summer outdoor concert series—Nationwide Picnic with the Pops. Tickets are on sale now.
“We have taken great pride in being here for the community throughout the pandemic. Picnic with the Pops and Popcorn Pops will give us exciting opportunities to celebrate returning to being together,” stated CSO Executive Director Denise Rehg. “Our patrons can be assured of adherence to the most current safety protocols as provided by the CDC and the Columbus Health Department. We are looking forward to a great summer and being here for our community. Come celebrate, relax, and enjoy!”
All concerts are held at the Columbus Bicentennial Pavilion (160 S. High St.) in the John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons. Gates open at 6 pm. Concerts begin at 8 pm.
En Vogue | Saturday, July 10 | Stuart Chafetz, conductor
Recognized as one of the top five highest-selling American female music groups in history, En Vogue has sold more than 20 million albums and effortlessly transitioned into the digital age, garnering more than 30 million streams and 26 million YouTube views on smashes such as “Hold On,” “Free Your Mind,” “Never Gonna Get It,” “Giving Him Something He Can Feel,” “Don’t Let Go,” and “Whatta Man” (featuring Salt N Pepa).
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Lawn Seating
General admission lawn tickets are $36.75 in advance or at the gate. Lawn tickets for children aged 3-12 are $10.50. Additional fees may apply. Children 2 and under are free. Advance tickets can be purchased by phone at 614-469-0939 or online at www.PicnicWithThePops.com.
Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and/or chairs for lawn seating.
Table Seating
Tables of 10 are available for purchase, ranging from $578-$893 per table. Tables of four are available in limited quantities, ranging from $231-$357. Catering is available for tables through the series’ exclusive caterer. For more information or to purchase a table, call 614-469-0939 or email tickets@cbusarts.com.
Single table seats are not available.
Food & Beverage Policy
Patrons may bring their own food and beverages. For Picnic concerts only, patrons are permitted to bring their own beer and wine on-site.