Presenting first-class music performance and educational experiences for the greater Fort Dodge area since 1949.

Celebrating 77 years of music performances, our 2026-2027 season continues our tradition of presenting exhilarating performances of familiar works by well-known composers alongside composers who are earning their own popularity. We invite you to come experience your current and soon-to-be favorite pieces performed live by the Fort Dodge Area Symphony.

We are thrilled to announce our 2026-2027 Season!! 

An American Portrait 
Holiday Promenade
Poulenc’s Gloria
Northern Lights

Season Highlights include Copland’s Lincoln Portrait narrated by Jerry Schnurr, harpist Erin-Brooker Miller,  celebrated Iowa composers Linda Robbins Coleman, Tracey Rush and Peter Schickele (P.D.Q. Bach), a collaboration with the Fort Dodge Choral Society, a world premiere piece by Abigail Rae and your favorite music by Grieg, Mozart, Wagner, Sibelius and more.