Catholic Charities of the Texas Panhandle
PO Box 15127
Amarillo, TX 79105-5127
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TICKETS FOR ‘SYMPHONY UNDER THE STARS’ AT HODGETOWN ON SALE NOW
Amarillo Symphony Returns for a Magical Night of Music, Food, and Fireworks on September 6
AMARILLO, TX (June 17, 2025) – The Amarillo Symphony and the Amarillo Sod Poodles are thrilled to announce that tickets are now on sale for the sixth annual “Symphony Under the Stars” at HODGETOWN. This year’s highly anticipated outdoor concert will take place on Saturday, September 6, with gates opening at 6:00 p.m.
The Panhandle’s only professional symphony orchestra will be conducted by George Jackson as they kick off the 2025–26 season with an unforgettable program featuring the iconic music of John Williams. Audiences can expect beloved selections from legendary films such as Star Wars, E.T., Harry Potter, and more.
An evening of timeless classics under the West Texas sky will be capped off with a spectacular Fireworks Finale presented by FirstBank Southwest making for a night the entire family can enjoy. Food and drink will be available throughout the event, and guests are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy the full experience.
Tickets start at just $14 and can be purchased online HERE. A limited number of on-field VIP Tables are also available, each including seating for eight and a prime steak dinner, offering a front-row view of the performance.
The Amarillo Symphony gives special thanks to Street Toyota, Amarillo National Bank, CVB Film Commission, Physicians Surgical, and Sprouse, Shrader, Smith for helping bring this event to life.
Join us for a magical night of music, community, and celebration at the heart of downtown Amarillo. For premium hospitality options—including Dugout Suites, Concourse Suites, Luxury Suites, the Pepsi Party Deck, or the new City Federal Credit Union Fiesta Deck—please contact the Sod Poodles Front Office at (806) 803-9547 or email groups@sodpoodles.com. Tickets may also be purchased in person at the HODGETOWN Box Office, open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wonderland Park: The 2025 season continues at Amarillo’s amusement park. (Friday through Monday; times and ticket prices vary; 2601 Dumas Driv
Canyon Farmers Market: The summer tradition continues weekly with live music, activities, vendors and more. The market is open weekly through Sept. 27. (8 a.m. to noon; Fourth Avenue and 15th Street in Canyon; 806-567-0746)
Don Harrington Discovery Center: Explore the new permanent exhibition “Discover through Time.” (9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and noon to 4:30 p.m. Sundays; 1200 Streit Drive; admission $14 adults; $11 seniors, military and students, and $9 children; 806-355-9547)
Ama-Con: Amarillo Public Library’s annual celebration of pop culture returns to the Amarillo Civic Center Complex, featuring vendors, cosplay, authors, artists and more. Don’t miss the Geek Prom, too. (11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; continues Sunday; 401 S. Buchanan St.; tickets $8 daily, $10 for both; 806-378-3051)
Black-Tie Affair Kickoff: DJ Element will spin tunes as a crowd of folks rush to Crush to secure tables for the Northside Toy Drive’s annual Christmas gala. (1 to 5 p.m. 627 S. Polk St.; 806-418-2011)
Midland: The Texas-born country band makes some noise with openers The Josh Abbott Band and Pug Johnson at The Lumberyard. (6:30 p.m. 850 N. 23rd St. in Canyon; tickets $50 and up, plus fees; 806- 804-3000)
Next to Kin: The Amarillo country band plays in the sand at Shark Beach Burgers. (7:30 p.m. 1505 E. FM 1151; 806-335-5644)