Events

Whether you attend a single weekend performance with a friend or immerse yourself in nine weeks of classes, lectures and events with your partner – Chautauqua never disappoints. Here, there’s always more to experience and learn for visitors of all ages and walks of life.

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June 8 @ 12:00 am

Washed Ashore Sculpture Exhibit

Melvin Johnson Sculpture Garden

October 20 @ 8:30 am

Chautauqua Forum on Democracy

Fletcher Music Hall

October 27 @ 5:00 pm

Oktoberfest at the Athenaeum Hotel

Athenaeum Hotel

June 25, 2024 @ 8:15 pm Week One (June 22–29)

Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: Opening Night

Amphitheater

July 4, 2024 @ 10:00 am Week Two (June 29–July 6)

4th of July Parade

Colonnade Steps

July 10, 2024 @ 8:15 pm Week Three (July 6–13)

Paul Taylor Dance Company

Amphitheater

July 13, 2024 @ 8:15 pm Week Four (July 13–20)

Paul Taylor Dance Company with the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra

Amphitheater

July 23, 2024 @ 3:30 pm Week Five (July 20–27)

Buffalo Day Special Panel Presentation

Hall of Philosophy | CHQ Assembly

July 31, 2024 @ 5:30 pm Week Six (July 27–August 3)

CVA Gala: Art in the Quad

CVA: Arts Quad