Family Fare Picnic Pops: Patriotic Pops
Date & Time
Wed, 16 Jul, 2025 at 08:00 pm
Location
Secchia Meadows | Grand Rapids, MI
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The Grand Rapids Symphony is reviving our most iconic and popular summer tradition, Family Fare Picnic Pops.Led by Pops Conductor Bob Bernhardt and featuring celebrated baritone Craig Irvin, an evening of Americana awaits guests, including a dazzling drone show illuminating the sky while the Symphony provides the live soundtrack for a magical finale. Selections ranging from American composers such as Copland, John Williams and Sousa to the works of famed lyricists Rogers and Hammerstein – and so much more – will offer an ode to the music and artists who have shaped the country for the last two centuries.
�We are looking forward to welcoming everyone back for an exciting lineup featuring your Grand Rapids Symphony. Here’s what you need to know if you are coming to the Family Fare Picnic Pops:
Location: Millennium Park’s Secchia Meadows, 1415 Maynard Ave SW, Walker, MI 49534�
Gates Open: 5:45 PM�
Seating: Guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating. �
Pre-Show: Each concert will feature an opening act.�
Food & Drink: Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages can be brought in. Alcohol cannot be brought into the venue. It will be available for purchase on site. �
Pets: For the safety and comfort of all attendees, pets are not permitted at these events. Service animals are welcome.
A special thank you to our generous sponsors, without whom the series would not be possible:
Presenting Sponsor: Family Fare
Contributing Sponsors:
JTB Homes
Miller Johnson Attorneys
PFCU Credit Union
Pioneer construction
Terrytown RV
United Bank
Vibration Research
West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Wood TV
Event Location
Secchia Meadows, The Universal Boardwalk, Grand Rapids, MI 49534, United StatesEvent Host
Grand Rapids Symphony