The symphony isn’t just for grown-ups! Music entertains all of us; it reduces stress and makes us smarter. Kids are drawn to music of all types, and the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra helps you introduce classical music to your young children with their Symphony for Kids. With fun, engaging storytelling, even you’ll be captivated by how accessible classical music can be! It’s all the elegance of the symphony with a music experience designed specifically for children.

The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, in the gorgeous Winspear Centre, brings high-quality, live orchestral music to people of all ages and walks of life. Here you’ll find the great classical masterpieces, pop music, and family concerts to remember, including Symphony for Kids.

Symphony for Kids: Peter and the Wolf

Symphony for Kids offers a fun-filled music experience designed specifically for children. Each concert features music to appeal to young ears, offered in a convenient one-hour format with no intermission. Arrive early to enjoy free crafts and activities on every lobby level. And don’t forget to grab some fresh popcorn, available for purchase, to enjoy during the concert!

On November 2, 2025, get your tickets to Peter and the Wolf, the beloved symphonic tale for children, written by Sergei Prokofiev in 1936. Different instruments play unique themes to represent characters in this Russian folk tale. From the flitting of the flute to the solemn approach of the bassoon, kids can relate to this exciting story through classical music. The symphony really is for all ages!

The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra’s Symphony for Kids series is the perfect way to introduce the sights, sounds, and excitement of fabulous live music to your children. Book your tickets now to bring the whole family to Peter and the Wolf at the Francis Winspear Centre for Music.

Wondering what else is coming up? Mark your calendars and stay tuned for these concerts.

  • Kiwis Can’t Play the Violin | January 25, 2026
  • Because | March 29, 202
  • Wild Symphony | May 31, 2026

Edmonton Symphony Orchestra – Peter and the Wolf:

Date: November 2, 2025
Time: 2:30 PM
Venue: Francis Winspear Centre for Music
Address: 4 Sir Winston Churchill Square NW, Edmonton
Website: www.winspearcentre.com