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ROARchestra 2026: Summer Breeze
The Louisville Orchestra performs Yacht Rock Classics under the stars at the Zoo — July 11, 2026. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets.
About This Event
The Louisville Orchestra returns to the Zoo for ROARchestra 2026: Summer Breeze. Under conductor Bob Bernhardt, the orchestra performs iconic Yacht Rock hits including Margaritaville, Africa, Escape (The Piña Colada Song), What a Fool Believes, and Sailing. Gates open at 7:00 PM, concert begins at 8:30 PM on the Oasis lawn. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages permitted. Bring lawn chairs and blankets for the ultimate summer evening.
What's Included
- Louisville Orchestra live performance
- Outdoor concert on the Oasis lawn
- Parking included with all ticket levels
- VIP option: covered tent seating
Event Highlights
- Program: Margaritaville, Africa, Escape, What a Fool Believes, Sailing
- Conducted by Bob Bernhardt
- Outside food & non-alcoholic beverages permitted
- Bring lawn chairs and blankets
- Rain date: July 12, 2026
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Event Details
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Gates 7:00 PM · Concert 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Rain date: Sunday, July 12, 2026
Louisville Zoo
1100 Trevilian Way · Louisville, KY 40213
All ages · Children under 2 FREE
Pricing
General $30 (early) / $35 · Child (3–11) $15 · VIP $65 / $70
Early pricing through June 30 · Children under 2 FREE
Parking: $7 fee at Louisville Zoo. Included for ROARchestra and select special events.

