# Exploring the Stern Grove Festival: A Musical Journey with Orville Peck and Michael Franti
The **Stern Grove Festival** in San Francisco is an annual celebration of music and community that captivates audiences from all walks of life. As the festival gears up for its **88th season**, taking place from **June 15 to August 17, 2025**, attendees can look forward to an exciting lineup featuring artists like **Orville Peck** and **Michael Franti**.
## A Celebration of Music
Since its inception in 1938, the Stern Grove Festival has hosted **free concerts** every summer, providing a platform for diverse musical genres in a picturesque outdoor setting. This year, the festival continues its tradition with performances every Sunday from **2 PM to 5 PM**. Notably, on **July 27, 2025**, Orville Peck will grace the stage, followed by Michael Franti & Spearhead on **August 3, 2025**.
These performances not only showcase remarkable talent but also encourage community engagement and inclusivity — values that both Peck and Franti embody in their music. Fans can expect emotional performances filled with vibrant energy and heartfelt messages.
## Ticketing System: Entering the Lottery
In a shift to enhance accessibility and manage attendance, Stern Grove has introduced a **lottery-based ticketing system** starting this year. For each concert, fans can enter the lottery **six weeks in advance**. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how it works:
1. **Lottery Open**: Visit the [Stern Grove lineup page](https://www.sterngrove.org/lineup) where the ticket lottery will be available.
2. **Entry Period**: Each lottery will open for **one full week**. Participants can request up to **four tickets**.
3. **Notification**: Winners are notified via email within a week of the lottery closing, with instructions on how to claim their tickets.
4. **Ticket Claims**: If you win, you must claim your tickets within **72 hours**; otherwise, they will be released to others.
Additionally, in-person **Community Box Offices** will offer a limited number of tickets on a first-come, first-served basis the day before each concert, providing another chance for community members to attend these performances.
## Community Spirit and Additional Features
The festival not only focuses on music; it also emphasizes community spirit. Attendees who obtain tickets at the Community Box Offices will receive a **limited-edition show poster** designed by a local artist, creating an added incentive to participate.
For those wishing for a more exclusive experience, the festival offers **reserved seating** for generous donors, allowing for a more personalized concert experience. It’s a way to contribute to the ongoing success of the festival while enjoying the performances in comfort.
## Mark Your Calendars
Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity to experience live music in San Francisco’s iconic Stern Grove! Mark your calendars for Orville Peck on **July 27**, and Michael Franti on **August 3**, and make sure to enter the ticket lottery on time. With **free concerts** in a beautiful outdoor setting, the Stern Grove Festival promises an unforgettable summer of music and community.
For more details and to enter the concert ticket lotteries, visit the **[Stern Grove Festival](http://www.sterngrove.org/)** website.
### Disclaimer
Always double-check event information with the festival organizers as events can change, and details might vary as the concert dates approach.