Evening at the Pops 2026 - March 28

Evening at the Pops 2026: "Dancing Through a Century of Service"
Saturday, March 28  
Programming 6:30 pm / Concert  7:00 pm
(Parks Opens at 5:00 pm for Event Guests)
 Newton Park, 31 W. Garden Avenue

Join us at Evening at the Pops, an unforgettable evening of live music by the Plant Street Pops Orchestra, community spirit, and entertainment for all ages. The shore of Lake Apopka with twinkling stars above is the perfect setting for a spring outdoor concert!

Guests are encouraged to bring a picnic basket and blanket/chair to enjoy a delightful al fresco dining experience during the concert. Please note that while outside alcohol is not permitted, beer and wine will be available for purchase on-site.

This family-friendly event is presented by the Rotary Club of Winter Garden, with co-sponsorship from the City of Winter Garden. Proceeds from this signature event support the Rotary Club of Winter Garden's vital community projects, scholarships, and charitable initiatives in West Orange that align with the Rotary Club’s mission of “Service Above Self.”

For additional details, please visit the Rotary Club of Winter Garden website.

LIVE CONCERT

Enjoy a live performance by the Plant Street Pops Orchestra with Matt Catingub (Grammy Award Winner), Steve Moretti (Grammy-Nominated), and Suzy Park (Vocalist). The evening will feature a delightful repertoire of musical favorites. 

TICKET INFORMATION

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS

GENERAL ADMISSION: $10 per person (online, advance in-person, and at the door) 
 *Children 8 and under: Free admission
VIP Admission: $85 per person (advance, online purchase only)
VIP ticket includes dinner, drinks, and preshow entertainment at Tanner Hall starting at 5:45 pm. (Only available with advance online purchase.)

Ticket Purchase Options:

ONLINE (General Admission & VIP Admission): PURCHASE TICKETS (online processing fee will apply)

IN-PERSON: General Admission Paper Tickets ($10) may be purchased in advance (cash or check) during regular operating hours at:
     *Winter Garden City Hall, 300 W. Plant Street (Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm)
      *Healthy West Orange Heritage and Cultural Center, 21 E. Plant Street (Tuesday - Saturday, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm)

AT-DOOR: (only available if not sold out). General Admission Tickets only ($10) can be purchased at the event entrance.

Please note that there is not a rain date for this event, and ticket purchases represent a donation to the Winter Garden Rotary Club to support nonprofit organizations in the community.

PICNIC (alcoholic/nonalcoholic beverages sold onsite - no outside alcohol beverages permitted)

Guests are encouraged to bring a picnic basket for an al fresco dining experience during the concert.

A variety of beer, wine, hard seltzer, and nonalcoholic beverages will be available onsite for purchase.

No outside alcoholic beverages permitted.

WHAT TO BRING:

*Chair and/or blanket
 *Picnic essentials, if desired (no outside alcoholic beverages permitted). Refreshments and beverages are available onsite for purchase.
 *Ticket (paper or online -- or purchase at the door)

NEWTON PARK & BOAT RAMP CLOSURE - ALL DAY on March 28

For the safety of the event attendees, Newton Park (31 W. Garden Avenue) and the Boat Ramp, as well as the roads surrounding the park, will be closed on event date of March 28. 

PARKING & ROAD CLOSURES

There will be posted road closures surrounding the immediate event area and onsite event parking is not available except for limited handicap and golf cart parking zones. Golf carts may not park in the viewing area or inside the event and must be parked in the Golf Cart Parking Zone. 

Parking Options for Event Attendees:
 -Dr. Bradford Memorial Park, 22 W. Division Street
 -Jessie Brock Community Center, 310 N. Dillard Street

Shuttle Service: Rotary Club of Winter Garden is providing a shuttle service from Jessie Brock Community Center and Dr. Bradford Memorial Park.

Residents near Newton Park will be notified if they are in one of the closure zones and will be provided with a pass to enable access to their property. Parking is not allowed on or within Trailer City roads, only residents of Trailer City will be allowed to access those areas. 

All road closures and access points will be clearly marked, Staff will be present at all locations to assist with access and questions. Nearby residents will be notified if they are in one of the closure zones and will be provided with a pass to enable access to their property. Parking is not allowed on or within Trailer City roads, only residents of Trailer City will be allowed to access those areas.