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Tanglewood 2027. 2027 programme to follow.
Tanglewood has not yet announced its 2027 programme. As soon as it does, dates, start times, prices and tickets will appear here.
Roofed with open sides means: In the Shed you sit under a roof with open sides; on the lawn behind it you are fully under the open sky.
- Prices
- 2027 prices are not out yet. source
- Capacity
- A visitor guide puts the Shed at roughly 5,000 seats, with thousands more on the lawn; the BSO gives no official figure. source
- Roof
- Roofed, open sides: In the Shed you sit under a roof with open sides; on the lawn behind it you are fully under the open sky.
- Doors
- The BSO does not publish gate times. A visitor guide suggests arriving at least an hour early. Every gate has metal detectors and bag checks. source
- If it rains
- All concerts happen rain or shine. source
Last checked: 2 November 2026, against the organiser's own information.
A summer evening on Thursday, 15 July 2027
Sunset and darkness on 15 July 2027. Start times and dates will follow once the programme is out.
Calendar 2027
The 2027 programme has not been announced yet. As soon as Tanglewood publishes its dates, they will appear here.
The summer 2027 programme has not been announced yet. The 2026 season ran from June 21 to September 2, with the last classical concert, Beethoven's Ninth, on August 23. The BSO announced 2026 in late January 2026 and tickets went on sale on March 5, so expect a similar timeline. Orchestra concerts usually start at 8 pm on Fridays and Saturdays and 2:30 pm on Sundays.
Prices
Where are the best seats at Tanglewood? Every area with seat, view and 2027 price.
Prices are for a regular evening. Opening nights, premieres and galas cost more.
Fixed seat under the roof. You see the orchestra up close and stay dry if it rains.
2027 price: –
No fixed seat; you sit on your own blanket or chair.. You see the orchestra only from a distance, but you hear it under the trees and the evening sky.
2027 price: –
Tickets
How much are tickets for Tanglewood? Directly from the organiser, plus a bed nearby.
Links to packages, hotels and tours go to partners. You pay the same price as buying from them directly.
2027 prices are not out yet. In 2026 a book of ten lawn tickets cost $250, or $25 a ticket. Under-18s get free lawn tickets when accompanied by a parent or guardian, up to four per adult per concert, collected on the day at the Tanglewood box office. If you are under 40, selected concerts cost $40.
Buy directly from the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Free children's lawn tickets are only available on the day at the Tanglewood box office.
Organiser's box officeIt is late when the performance ends. A room nearby saves a night-time journey.
Is Tanglewood worth it?
Tanglewood is perfect for families and for anyone who wants a world-class orchestra with a relaxed picnic. The lawn is cheap and free for under-18s; if you want the best sound and a dry seat, buy a Shed ticket.
Before you go
What should I know before an evening in Lenox?
All concerts happen rain or shine. With a lawn ticket you cannot shelter in the Shed, and there are no refunds for bad weather.
„The Shed is ticketed separately from the Lawn and is not a rain shelter for guests with Lawn tickets.“
In the organiser's words sourceThe BSO does not publish gate times. A visitor guide suggests arriving at least an hour early. Every gate has metal detectors and bag checks.
From the UK you fly to Boston (BOS) or New York; from either city Tanglewood is about two and a half hours by car, according to a visitor guide. If you live in the US, Albany (ALB) is a closer regional airport. A rental car is the practical choice, as public transport in the Berkshires is thin.
After the concert everyone leaves at once, so allow time or linger on the lawn for a while.
A visitor guide says parking is included with many tickets; check current rules on the BSO site.
There is no dress code. Bring a warm layer, as the lawn cools down after sunset.
Children are very welcome on the lawn, and under-18s get in free there. Children under five are not allowed in the Shed during concerts.
You are welcome to bring a picnic. Drinks must be in non-glass containers. Alcohol is not banned, but the BSO expects you to drink responsibly and intoxication is not tolerated. Tents and open-sided canopies are prohibited on the lawn. Umbrellas may be at most six feet across, must stand upright and must come down at sunset unless it rains. Grilling, cooking and open flames are not allowed, nor are pets other than service dogs, smoking or playing your own music. Most people bring low chairs and blankets.
Frequently asked questions about Tanglewood
Can you bring alcohol to Tanglewood?
Yes, alcohol is not banned with your picnic, but only in non-glass containers, and you are expected to drink responsibly.
Are tents allowed on the Tanglewood lawn?
No, tents and canopies are prohibited; umbrellas up to six feet are fine but must come down at sunset.
Are lawn tickets free for kids at Tanglewood?
Yes, under-18s with a parent or guardian get free lawn tickets, collected on the day at the box office.
Does Tanglewood go ahead in the rain?
Yes, every concert goes ahead rain or shine, with no refunds, and lawn ticket holders cannot move into the Shed.
When is the Tanglewood 2027 season announced?
Not yet confirmed; the 2026 season was announced in late January with tickets on sale in early March.
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