May 2, 2026 – 7:30 PM: Fireworks Fiesta Season Finale
Ames City Auditorium
520 6th St. Ames, IA 50010
Concert Conversations with Eric McIntyre at 6:45 PM
Featuring Mei-Hsuan Huang, piano
Rich melodies and pyrotechnics abound as pianist Mei-Hsuan Huang performs one of the most beloved and challenging works in the repertoire, Rachmaninoff’s Second Piano Concerto. This extraordinary display of virtuosity is perfectly matched with a trio of brilliant dance works by Mexican composers that bring our season to a dazzling conclusion.
Rachmaninoff – Piano Concerto No. 2
Revueltas – Sensemayá
Márquez – Danzón No. 2
Moncayo – Huapango
Tickets may be purchased online (https://centraliowasymphony.thundertix.com), Gilger Designs (236 Main Street, Ames, IA), or at the door (Ames City Auditorium, 515 Clark Ave, Ames, IA)
Season Reveal is June 8th!
Join us for a 1920s-inspired celebration and fundraiser! Be the first to be "in-the-know" for our 2026-2027 Season line-up!
Live Music | Charcuterie | Desserts
Signature Cocktails and Mocktails
Optional dress-to-impress in 1920s style! Prizes for best costumes!
Sunday, June 7, 2026
4:00 – 7:00 PM CDT
Sweet Caroline's Kitchen & Cocktails Private Banquet Room
316 Main Street, Ames, IA 50010
Tickets: $35 (single), $150 (Sponsorship - includes two tickets and recognition)
Please click here to purchase tickets by June 1st
Your tax-deductible financial support provides the orchestra with rehearsal and performance space, music rental, special guest artists, and more. Your generosity is deeply appreciated!
2025-2026 Season At a Glance
October 4, 2025 | Meditations and Celebrations
7:30 PM at Ames City Auditorium
Featuring Acacia Scott, harp
December 6, 2025 | Strumming in the Season
7:30 PM at Ames City Auditorium
Featuring Alex Aldridge, guitar
March 1, 2026 | Young Artists Concert
3:00 PM at Ames City Auditorium
Featuring our Young Artists Competition winners and the Gilbert High School Choir
May 2, 2026 | Fireworks Fiesta
7:30 PM at Ames City Auditorium
Featuring Mei-Hsuan Huang, piano