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The Dallas Symphony will again bring their amazing outdoor performance to Oak Cliff this Wednesday, June 1 at Kidd Springs Park. The Symphony will take perform in the field near the intersection of Canty and Tyler Streets, with the free concert starting at 8pm.

This free event has grown more popular over the past several years, and so we would recommend you arrive at least by 7:30pm to stake your claim on the lawn. Lots of folks bring blankets and you’ll see plenty of folding lawn chairs as well. We also recommend that you bring a picnic, or you can feel free to purchase food from some food vendors that the Kidd Springs Central neighborhood association have organized.

Our final note about this event – the city law states that open containers of alcohol are not permitted in city parks, and I wrote about my experience with this at last year’s event. My personal recommendation to you is that if you decide to stay hydrated at this event then I would bring a nice plastic cup and be somewhat discreet in your pouring.

Otherwise, this is truly one of the most magical nights in Oak Cliff. Come join your neighbors, bring your kids, make some new friends, and enjoy the wonderful music of the Dallas Symphony.