SYMPHONIC SPOOKTACULAR

Just in time for Halloween, Symphony San Jose conjures up some of music’s scariest hits. Join everyone’s “Spookiest” conductor, Peter Jaffe, for a musical journey into the dark side. The kids will love this program.

Peter Jeffe and Symphony San Jose summon music’s most legendary champions, as well as some deliciously dangerous foes. From bold, triumphant themes that celebrate courage and hope, to dark, chilling scores that revel in mischief and menace, this spine-tingling concert brings the eternal battle between heroes and villains to life in full symphonic splendor. Whether you cheer for the light or secretly root for the dark side, this is one concert where everyone leaves thrilled.

Symphonic Spooktacular is the perfect Halloween concert for the entire family. An on-stage Costume Contest with Spooktacular prizes will be held for those who feel like dressing up. And if costumes aren’t your thing, fear not. Come as you are and enjoy the costume parade.

Who: Symphony San Jose presents

What: “SYMPHONIC SPOOKTACULAR”

When: Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 7:30pm and Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 2:30pm.

Where: The California Theatre, 345 South First Street, downtown San Jose, 95113. Convenient, inexpensive parking is available at a city-owned garage one-and-a-half blocks from the theater at San Carlos Street with entrances on Second and Third streets. 

Why: Halloween fun for the whole family.

SINGLE TICKET PRICES: $35 to $125

(Price includes all City and handling fees.)

TICKETS: Phone: 408.286.2600  

Website: www.symphonysanjose.org  

Email: jmeyers@symphonysanjose.org

Box Office Ticket Hours: Monday through Friday, 10am to 5pm.

SPECIAL DISCOUNTED YOUTH TICKETS 

Youth Single Tickets: Adult patrons may purchase single tickets for accompanying guests 17 years of age or younger at half price. Contact the Ticket Office for more information.

THE PROGRAM TO INCLUDE:

Gioachino Rossini: William Tell Overture

Richard Wagner: Ride of the Valkyries

Charles Gounod: Funeral March of a Marionette

Arturo Márquez: Conga del Fuego Nuevo

Paul Dukas: The Sorcerer’s Apprentice

Plus themes from Batman, Spiderman, and much more

ARTISTS

Conductor: Peter Jaffe

Featured vocalist: Bianca Orsi

Symphony San Jose

SPECIAL EVENT: COSTUME CONTEST

Whether you are trying out your Halloween costume for some pre-Trick-or-Treating or you’re a seasoned cosplayer, dress up for your chance to win some “spooktacular” prizes.

ArtWork: Courtesy of Symphony San Jose.

Photos courtesy of the artists and Symphony San Jose.