Picnic at the Pops!

Country Hits: Songs from Nashville

🎟️ Tickets on Sale June 1
🎟️ Tickets on Sale June 1

Picnic at the Pops! 2026
Country Hits: Songs from Nashville

Saturday, September 12, 2026

Grounds open: 5:00 pm
Concert starts: 7:30 pm

Ryan Murray, conductor
Rick Brantley, guest artist
Sarah Darling, guest artist

📍 GALLO Grounds: 600 Yosemite Blvd, Modesto

⏲: ~105 minutes

About this performance

Join the Modesto Symphony for a concert under the stars as they perform your favorite country hits at Picnic at the Pops! This exciting concert features the classic country songs you know and love from legendary stars Patsy Cline, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, and Johnny Cash to the biggest stars of today like Garth Brooks, Tim McGraw, The Chicks, and Kacey Musgraves.

MSO Subscribers Save Early!

Existing MSO Subscribers can add-on this concert with their Subscriber Discount if renewed for the 2026/27 Season before June 1, 2026!

Reserved Lawn Seating

Adults: $75 / Youth: $20

Tickets starting at*

General Lawn Seating

Adults: $45 / Youth: $12

Groups of 10+ save 20%!

Youth prices are for ages 4 to 17; youth under the age of 3 are free.

*For more information about our ticket prices, please visit our Ticketing Information Page.

Tickets on sale June 1, 2026

Existing MSO Subscribers can save up to 30% off this concert by renewing their subscription packages today!

For more information about our ticket prices, please visit our Ticketing Information Page.

Plan your picnic-perfect evening!

Pack your picnic baskets, lay out your blankets, and soak in the enchanting ambiance of the beautiful GALLO grounds. Whether you’re a seasoned Picnic veteran or you’re going to be enjoying Picnic for the first time, head over to our Picnic FAQ page to learn more about what to pack, where to park, and more!

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  • For this concert, you will need to bring printed tickets for admission and to enter the ground’s parking lots.

    We highly encourage you to pick up your printed tickets from the Gallo Center Ticket Office prior to the concert. Ticket Office hours are Monday to Friday, from 10 AM to 6 PM and Saturday from 12 Noon to 6 PM. Any printed tickets left over will be available at will call at the event.]

    If you order before August 1st, your tickets will be mailed to you.

  • Picnic at the Pops is a true community event, put on for the community with help from our community! If you’re interested in learning more about how to volunteer and support the MSO, please visit our Volunteer page!

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Additional Notes

  • Subscribers can add-on Picnic at the Pops! tickets to their package. Subscribe today to gain early access to next season’s concert as well.

  • Youth pricing is $20 for Reserved Lawn Seating and $12 for General Lawn Seating. Youth prices are for ages 4 to 17; youth under the age of 3 are free.

  • Groups of 10 or more save 20% off for this concert. Contact the Gallo Center Group Sales Manager at 209-338-5064 for more information

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