August 13 | Bluestem Amphitheater | 8:00pm - doors at 6:30PM

Enjoy live music, food trucks, drinks, raffles, and more.

Gather your friends, soak up the summer, and celebrate with us while supporting the FM Symphony.

Symphony Rocks is one of the FM Symphony’s signature summer events and a top fundraiser each year, bringing the community together for an unforgettable night of music and celebration. Now in its 15th year with Post Traumatic Funk Syndrome, this annual concert returns to the iconic Bluestem Amphitheater in Moorhead, MN.

Doors open at 6:30 PM and the show begins at 8:00 PM. There will be food trucks, raffles, drinks, and more so plan to arrive early!

Grab your friends and family, soak up the summer atmosphere, and enjoy an incredible night while supporting the FM Symphony. Tickets range from $15 to $85.

Rain or Shine Event – No Refunds

Symphony Rocks is a fundraising event - tickets are non-refundable. Should the concert be cancelled for severe weather, a donation receipt can be provided.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • No, umbrellas are not permitted.

  • Please note that lawn chairs with legs are NOT allowed. Solid seats (no legs), cushions, or blankets are welcome.

    Images show the bench and lawn seating areas.

  • Symphony Rocks is a fundraising event for the FM Symphony - tickets are non-refundable. Should the concert be cancelled for severe weather, a donation receipt can be provided.

    Rain Info - If there is light rain, the concert will proceed. If there is heavy rain, the concert will be either delayed or called off depending on the radar/forecast of the storm’s duration and intensity. If lightning develops during the performance, the concert will be called off.

  • No outside food or drink is permitted. There will be concessions, food trucks, and a full bar on site!

  • There will be an ATM. Don’t forget to get your cash for our 50/50 raffle!

  • Doors will open at 6:30pm. All General Admission is first come, first serve. There will be no saved general admission seats.

  • The concert will run about two hours. There will not be an official intermission, but guests are welcome to grab concessions, drinks, or use the restroom at any time.

    • The Moontime Grill

    • Mick’s Office

    • Cows & Co. Creamery

    • Tee’s Kitchen

    • & More

  • Yes! Skip the parking lot and take advantage of convenient shuttle service from Legends Sports Bar and Murphy's Pub in Moorhead.

    • $10 per person (cash only)

    • Includes $5 off any drink before departure

    • Shuttles begin running at 6:00 PM and continue until the concert starts at 8:00 PM

    • Return shuttles will transport guests back to their original departure location after the concert

    • Shuttles remain parked during the performance and cannot accommodate early departures

  • If you prefer to drive, ample parking is available at Bluestem, including ADA-accessible parking. ADA parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage guests who need accessible parking to arrive early. Simply let the wonderful Lions Club volunteers, who manage parking for the event, know that you require ADA accommodations and they will be happy to assist you.

    While the walk from the parking lot to the amphitheater can be lengthy, golf carts will be available to transport guests from the parking area to the main entrance. And don't forget—convenient shuttle service is available from Murphy's Pub and Legends Sports Bar, making it easy to skip the parking lot altogether.

  • Yes! FM Symphony board members will be selling 50/50 raffle tickets throughout the evening. Be sure to purchase yours for a chance to win while supporting the Symphony.