Thank you to the San Francisco Symphony for sponsoring this post and creating family-friendly performances to introduce children to the beauty of live music.

On Sale Now: Music for Families October 24
Share the excitement of live classical music with the whole family at the San Francisco Symphony with an animal theme! This joyful concert features lions, birds, a buzzing bumblebee, a mischievous cat, and even a tame bear! The San Francisco Symphony’s October 24 Music for Families concert explores the animal kingdom through music, including Flight of the Bumblebee, “The Cat” from Peter and the Wolf, and Saint-Saëns’s beloved Carnival of the Animals.
World-class music, family-friendly format: Shorter concert length, playful explanations, and memories that inspire! Through dance, rhythm, and storytelling, the concert makes classical music feel alive and exciting for young audiences.
Recommended for ages 5–12, and welcoming for all. Plus, kids’ tickets are half off!
Pro tip: Arrive early for hands-on activities in the lobby then settle in for a delightful concert created especially for families.
Where: Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
When: Saturday, October 24, at 2 pm (but come early to try all the instruments!)
🎟 Price: Adult tickets start at $60; children’s tickets start at $30.
Get your tickets now (kids’ tickets half off!) >>

What else you’ll see at Davies Symphony Hall
The whole experience is special as the beautiful building will surely impress your little ones before they enter the concert. Find more insight and advice for children visiting the San Francisco Symphony at Davies Hall for the first time, including where to park, what to wear, and how to choose a seat.

Thank you to the San Francisco Symphony for sponsoring this post. Tickets are on sale now, and kids’ tickets are half price.

