Enjoy the ninth annual Symphony on the Sand at Callaway Gardens on Saturday, April 23, 2016, at 8 p.m.
 
“We are very excited to announce a new partnership with the Columbus Symphony Orchestra.  This new relationship is a great connection between two significant cultural organizations within the west Central Georgia region,” said Andy Brown, director of recreation for Callaway Gardens.  “We are very anxious to host Maestro George Del Gobbo and this group of very talented musicians.”
 
A limited number of stage front tables* on the beach (with eight chairs and table cloths) are available for $300 to $400 based on proximity to the stage.  A variety of food baskets created by Callaway Gardens’ culinary team, lead by Executive Chef Michael Gonzalez, are available for purchase.  To order, visit www.callawaygardens.com/cso. Limited food concessions will be available onsite.
 
General seating* on the lawn at Robin Lake Beach is available online in advance for $25 or at the gate for $30.  Admission is half-price of same-day ticket pricing for Callaway Gardens Annual Passholders and active/retired military and their dependents, upon presentation of a valid military identification card at the gate.  Those with lawn seating should bring a chair or blanket.
 
The Robin Lake Beach gate will open at 5 p.m.  The concert will begin at 8 p.m.  Proceeds benefit the Ida Cason Callaway Foundation. For information on becoming a sponsor, please call 1.706.663.5170. Dress is casual.
 
“This is always an amazing night at Callaway Gardens. Truly, the best way to experience it is on the overnight package,” said Brown. “It includes general admission concert tickets, lodging accommodations, transportation to and from your lodging choice, and admission to the Gardens each day of stay and day of departure.”  Overnight packages start at $199* in the Mountain Creek Inn.  Packages also are available for the Cottages, Villas, or Vacation Homes.