College Night is a semiannual event for college students, hosted by the Chicago Symphony Student Ambassadors. The evening includes a preconcert pizza dinner, a Q&A with a CSO musician, and a concert — all with an $18 student ticket.
Use promo code STUDENT when ordering concert tickets.
Please note that student ticket policies apply for all College Night orders.
2026/27 College Nights
Thursday, October 22
Sleeping Beauty & Dvořák Cello Concerto
Jian Wang returns in Dvořák’s soaring Cello Concerto, a crown jewel of the cello repertoire. Tchaikovsky’s Sleeping Beauty transports you to the Golden Age of ballet.
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Thursday, April 15
Hrůša Conducts Shostakovich 7
Composed during the siege of Leningrad in World War II, Shostakovich’s Seventh Symphony captures the spirit of resistance with raw immediacy.
Tickets become available on March 18.
College Night Schedule
5:30 | Pizza & treats
Buntrock Hall & 2nd floor Rotunda
Students are invited to enjoy complimentary pizza and cookies in Buntrock Hall and on the second floor of the Rotunda. Meet new people, participate in Student Ambassador-led activities or just have a conversation with your group. Refreshments served while supplies last, until 7:30.
6:30 | Q&A
Buntrock Hall
A Student Ambassador leads a conversation with a CSO musician about the evening’s program and what it means to be a member of the orchestra.
7:30 | Concert
Orchestra Hall
Enjoy a concert performed by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Founded in 1891, the CSO is consistently hailed as one of the greatest orchestras in the world.
Learn more about the College Night experience. This visual narrative takes readers through the College Night experience, from buying tickets to concert time.