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What is this year's wine list?

This event’s wine was generously donated by the E. & J. Gallo Winery and all proceeds from drink sales benefit the Modesto Symphony Orchestra. Click below to read more!

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Where can I get my Picnic tickets?

Tickets are available online and at the Gallo Center Box Office. We will also sell Picnic tickets at ticket outlets about one month before the concert so you can pick them up when you’re out. Details on ticket outlets will be announced soon!

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Are there Youth Tickets for Picnic at the Pops?

Yes!

  • General Lawn Seating: $12 (ages 4-17; under 3 is free)

  • Reserved Lawn Seating: $20 (ages 4-17; under 3 is free)

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What is the difference in seating between ...

The Reserved Section is unassigned seating in a roped-off area directly in front of the stage that provides a bit more room to spread out (due to the fixed number of tickets sold) as well as a more direct view of the orchestra and performers. The General Section is also unassigned seating on the lawn outside the roped-off area. Click here to view grounds map.

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What time should I arrive and how long does the ...

  • Parking is available starting at 4:30pm, for more information about where to park, click here.

  • Grounds open at 5:00pm for patrons to setup their picnic areas. The setup time will be strictly enforced.

  • Overnight camping is prohibited. The concert begins at 7:30pm and runs for approximately 2 hours with a 20-minute intermission.

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How does parking work?

Patron parking is available on the grounds starting at 4:30pm. Please have your event ticket ready to present to parking security upon arrival to enter the parking lots. If you purchased a Premiere Parking Pass, please follow the directions on the back of the parking pass or call 209.523.4156 for more information.

There are three General parking entrances:

  • Yosemite Blvd. & Santa Rosa Ave.

  • Yosemite Blvd. & Santa Rita Ave.

Accessible Parking (with a state issued placard/plate) is located at Yosemite Blvd. & Morton Drive - then turn left onto Grand Street and follow the signs.

Parking attendants will direct you to the closest parking lot.

Can I take an Uber or Lyft to the concert?

Yes! We encourage you to use a RideApp service (like Uber or Lyft), especially if you plan to enjoy our wine offerings at Picnic. We have a designated drop-off and pick-up space for RideApp services only, located in the roundabout in front of the Dry Creek Building.

Use address 154 S Santa Rosa Ave., take Entry 1, and follow the signs to the right for RideApps drop-off and pick-up. From there you will walk approximately 1/4 mile to the event entrance.

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