Bring the whole family to our “Meet the Instruments” petting zoo where even our youngest listeners can get up close and personal with their favorite instruments before seeing them come alive onstage. Then find your seats for our enchanting and engaging Family concert where host Sarah Ziegler will guide you through musical selections from our MainStage concert series.
Best for children ages 1-10 and their families.
WHCO’s Relaxed Family Concerts foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for listeners of all ages and neurotypes, supporting our mission to make classical music performances accessible to all.
Audience members are welcome to enter and exit the concert hall as needed, and the house lights will remain on throughout the performance. We encourage bringing items that enhance your musical experience, such as sensory supports, quiet fidget tools, noise-reducing headphones, or comfort objects.
Available accommodations include:
- WHCO’s social story guide: Download in English here – Descarga en Español aquí
- Flexible seating options
- A quiet relaxation space in the lobby
- Activity pages for children in the concert program
Our musicians and front-of-house staff receive specialized training in inclusion best practices from WHCO’s Director of Community Engagement, Karen Birch Blundell, ensuring a supportive experience for all attendees.
2026–27 Family Concerts
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Family Concert: Unyielding Voices
Our Saviour’s Atonement Lutheran Church 178 Bennett Avenue, New York, NY, United StatesDesigned for young concertgoers, each event ticket includes “Meet the Instruments” before the 45-minute concert featuring musical selections from our MainStage concert “Unyielding Voices.”
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Family Concert: Harboring Hope
Our Saviour’s Atonement Lutheran Church 178 Bennett Avenue, New York, NY, United StatesDesigned for young concertgoers, each event ticket includes “Meet the Instruments” before the 45-minute concert featuring musical selections from our MainStage concert “Harboring Hope.”