It's About Time
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Get ready to stretch out your picnic blanket and soak up an Austin summer tradition at It’s About Time, a free outdoor concert by the Austin Civic Orchestra on June 7, 2026 at 8:30 pm.
This concert turns the Zilker Hillside into a giant open-air music hall, where orchestral music mixes with dusk, fireflies, and the hum of the city in the background. Expect a playful, time-themed program: pieces that tick, swirl, race, and drift – all exploring time, rhythm, and the way music can make an evening feel both endless and way too short.
- Live symphony under the stars – Hear a full orchestra perform with the skyline and treetops as the backdrop.
- Classic Austin picnic vibes – Bring a blanket or low lawn chairs, snacks, and your favorite people for a relaxed night on the hillside.
- Family-friendly atmosphere – Kids can wiggle, couples can cuddle, and music lovers can close their eyes and just listen.
- Perfect date night or friend hang – Low-key, memorable, and totally Austin.
- Summer-night soundtrack – From bold, brassy fanfares to dreamy, slow-burn melodies, the program is made for lingering in the warm evening air.
Arrive early to stake out a cozy spot on the grass, settle in as the sun goes down, and let the Austin Civic Orchestra handle the rest. By the time the last notes fade, you’ll swear time really did move differently on the Zilker hillside.