250LEX: A Concert for Lexington

Join us on Sunday, September 7, for 250Lex: Concert for Lexington, a celebration of the City’s 250th anniversary, featuring an all-star lineup of Lexington artists!

Conducted by Music Director Mélisse Brunet, the Lexington Philharmonic honors Lexington’s rich musical legacy with a work by trailblazing composer Julia Perry and a world premiere by Shawn E. Okpebholo, specially commissioned by the City of Lexington for this occasion.

The celebration continues with another world premiere performance by the Central Kentucky Youth Orchestras, showcasing the next generation of Lexington’s vibrant musical community.

In the second half of the concert LexPhil joins forces with songwriter and cellist, Ben Sollee, and caps off the night with a joyous collaboration with Joslyn & The Sweet Compression for a powerful and uplifting tribute to our city.

Come be part of this unforgettable afternoon of music and hometown pride!

Pre-Concert Activities

Prior to the concert, join us for a free celebration at 1PM on the Singletary Center for the Arts lawn featuring a performance by M’Power Rhythm, interactive activities by the Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning and the Living Arts & Science Center, refreshments, and more.

Tickets & Information

Thanks to the support of the 250Lex Commission, tickets for 250Lex: Concert for Lexington are completely free, but registration is required. Tickets will be scanned for entry into the hall. If you register and are no longer able to attend, please contact the LexPhil Box Office to turn back your ticket for others that wish to attend.

LexPhil is the only verified issuer for all tickets, and does not support any verified resale options. By registering, you give consent for LexPhil to share your name and email with our venue partner, the Singletary Center for the Arts.