From Staff Reports

Summer Lights, an outdoor summer concert series and light show, will hold its final 2018 summer shows from 8 to 10 p.m. Aug. 3-4 in the North Carolina Arboretum’s Outdoor Events Amphitheater in South Asheville.

Guests will be treated to a musical performance by the Blue Ridge Orchestra’s acclaimed Symphonic Winds, an all-volunteer ensemble conducted by Milton Crotts. 

After sunset, a specially designed light show that is synchronized to music will be displayed behind the amphitheater’s woodland backdrop. Event proceeds will help support the Arboretum’s programs, exhibits and facilities year-round, the venue noted.

Gates will open at 7 p.m. for ticket-holders, and the show will begin promptly at 8 p.m., the Arboretum noted.

Reserved seating is available for guests who purchase Premium Seating tickets. Lawn seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Lawn seating ticket-holders are also welcome to bring folding chairs and blankets to place on the lawn above the Amphitheater. 

From 7 to 9 p.m., ticket-holders may also visit the Making Scents exhibit and Connections Gallery gift shop inside the Baker Exhibit Center, and the Arboretum’s Rocky Cove Railroad will be running before the show. 

Bent Creek Bistro will sell food and beverages, including beer and wine, available for purchase during the show. Outside food and beverage is prohibited.

If a show is cancelled due to inclement weather before intermission, all ticket-holders will have the opportunity to exchange their ticket for a different night or request a refund.