Long Beach Symphony will once again deliver a high-energy party evening with indoor picnicking, superb music, and the ability to dance the night away to the legendary music of ABBA, presented by ARRIVAL from Sweden. 

ARRIVAL from Sweden’s 10-member band will join Long Beach Symphony on this powerful stage ensuring Southland audiences jump to their feet. With nearly 400 million records sold and following the success of the musical and movie productions of “Mama Mia,” ARRIVAL from Sweden ensures audiences across the globe can continue to enjoy the band’s fan favorites performed live. ABBA fan clubs have referred to ARRIVAL as “The Closest You Will Ever Get To ABBA!” 

Conducted by the energetic Anthony Parnther, known around the world for his orchestral contributions and extensive list of film and television soundtracks, ARRIVAL from Sweden will deliver the iconic classics like “Money, Money, Money,” “Take a Chance on Me,” and “Mamma Mia!”, ensuring a timeless appeal and connecting with audiences of all ages. 

CHILDREN GET IN FREE! (17 and under). Adult tickets, $20 each. An Afternoon of Music — A Lifetime of Memories

RESERVE TICKETS TO THIS CONCERT

“Peter and the Wolf” Family Concert Event | 6/7/26 |  Long Beach Symphony

The RuMBa Foundation Family Concert is an unforgettable afternoon of music, creativity, and interactive fun designed for families of all ages. Taking place on June 7, 2026 at the Terrace Theater and Plaza in Long Beach, CA, Long Beach Symphony presents Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf. Bursting to life with bold melodies, playful characters, and thrilling adventure. this is an unforgettable musical journey where orchestra instruments become heroes in a timeless tale of courage and imagination.

This festival‑style celebration invites children and adults alike to explore the joy of live orchestral music through hands‑on activities, arts and crafts, games, and a playful symphony performance led by Conductor Eckart Preu. Kids (17 and under) get in free, making this an accessible way for families to experience the wonder of music together.

Event Information

• 🎶 Live Interactive Orchestra Concert — Enjoy a 50‑minute interactive family‑friendly performance filled with playful storytelling as we present the beloved “Peter and the Wolf”

• 🎻 Instrument Petting Zoo — Children can touch and try real orchestral instruments.

• 🎨 Arts & Crafts — Creativity stations for making music‑inspired crafts.

• 📚 Conducting 101 & Meet the Musicians — Learn how conductors lead the orchestra and explore musical sounds in new ways.

• 🎭 Costume Fun Encouraged — Kids are encouraged to come dressed in their favorite costumes (simply because it is fun)!

Schedule

• Activities: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM & 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

• Main Concert Performance: Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

• Free parking is included with admission.

• Reserve Tickets: Kids (17 and under): Free  — Adults: $20

Thanks to a generous multi‑year grant from the The RuMBa Foundation of Long Beach, children can enjoy free admission through 2027 — making this one of the most accessible family music events in Southern California. These concerts are designed not just to entertain, but to connect families to live symphonic music and spark a lifelong love of the arts across generations.

Families will enjoy the beloved Peter and the Wolf, a “symphonic tale for children” programmatic musical composition written by Sergei Prokofiev in 1936. The narrator tells a Russian folk tale, which the orchestra illustrates by using different instruments to play themes that represent each character in the story. This free festival-style event will be filled with activities, live music, interactive booths, and kid-friendly food. Children will be able to play with symphonic musical instruments at the “Instrument Petting Zoo” and crafting their own batons for “Conducting 101” with our assistant conductors. Enjoy arts and crafts, lawn games and activities, and more!  Children are encouraged to come in their favorite costume!

At 3PM, the Terrace Theater will open for children and their families to enjoy an interactive, educational, and playful musical performance, led by by Maestro Eckart Preu.  Join in the fun and learn about all the different sights and sounds that make up an orchestra.

Participating Partners include:

• Musique Sur La Mer
• Long Beach Museum of Art
• Jewel Box Children’s Theater Company
• Miller Children’s Hospital
• Hmong Community
• New York Life
• Long Beach Youth Orchestra
• Long Beach Opera

“This is a multi-generational family fun day where kids of all ages create lifelong memories. We are extremely thankful to The RuMBa Foundation for their multi-year generous grant and the access it provides to so many families,” says Long Beach Symphony President Kelly Ruggirello.

* Long Beach Symphony complies with all city health and safety mandates.**Programming subject to change.

WHERE:

Virginia Country Club

4602 N. Virginia Road

Long Beach, CA 90807

WHEN:

Monday, December 8, 2025

WHY:

All proceeds from the 27th Annual Long Beach Symphony Golf Classic supports the Symphony’s vast music education programs.

Long Beach Symphony is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Non-profit tax ID#: 95-6004958. Click here for sponsorships and entry.

GOLF CLASSIC CONTESTS WITH PRIZES:

• Closest to the Conductor
• Closest to the Pin
• South Bay LEXUS Hole-in-One Contest: Win a 2025 Lexus NX 350 AWD!
• Beat the Pro’s Par 3 Tee Shot
• Straightest Drive
• Longest Drive

*Lexus model subject to change

SCHEDULE:

9:00am: Check-in, light Breakfast, and driving range available
9:15am: Putt for Vino Contest
10:30am: Shotgun start (shamble format) & boxed lunch on-the-go
3:15pm: Hosted Bar and Silent Auction
4:15pm: Dinner & Dessert
5:00pm: Auction, Prizes, & Awards

2025 GRAND PRIZE – Win $1,250 toward a TaylorMade fitting and your choice of a full set of irons or three woods including 1 driver and 2 fairway woods. Every golfer is entered but you must be present at post-tournament drawing to win.

For tournament information, contact the Development office at (562) 436-3203 ext. 226 or [email protected].