TowneBank Symphony Park
Renovations to a Beloved Asset Becoming a Reality
A multi-million-dollar makeover is coming to Symphony Park in Charlotte. The city’s largest outdoor concert venue, Symphony Park hosts the Charlotte Symphony’s Summer Pops concerts, SouthPark after 5, a weekly happy hour and free entertainment celebration, and many other special events.
The park’s outdoor concert series is a big draw for the area. Renovations to Symphony Park can broaden its use for other events. TowneBank is honored to support the effort with a multi-year gift. The 7.4-acre green space will be renamed TowneBank Symphony Park.
The planned renovations include:
- Enhancements to the beloved bandshell, including light or projection art
- A SouthPark Loop trail segment along the park’s Carnegie Boulevard perimeter – SouthPark Loop is a 3-mile urban trail that connects great places in the SouthPark area.
- Two bridges connecting the Loop directly to the park
- Permanent public restrooms
- Micro-retail space for emerging entrepreneurs
- Flat and terraced lawn areas for small and events
- Interactive areas for children
- Public art
“We are thrilled and grateful to partner with TowneBank as we transform Symphony Park into an extraordinary destination that strengthens the fabric of our city,” said Adam Rhew, president and CEO of SouthPark Community Partners. “TowneBank’s generous support brings us one step closer to fulfilling a decade-long desire for a signature public space in the heart of this vibrant district.”
In recognition of the company’s leadership investment, the 7.4-acre green space will be renamed TowneBank Symphony Park.
“Our TowneBank family is truly excited to play a significant role in the extraordinary transformational plan for Symphony Park here in SouthPark, the corporate home of our Charlotte regional headquarters,” said Ted Wolfe, president of TowneBank Charlotte.
TowneBank’s contribution to the capital campaign adds momentum to the $21 million public-private partnership led by SouthPark Community Partners. In the spring of this year, Simon Property Group committed to construct two anchor restaurants and outdoor dining areas at an estimated cost of $8 million. In June, the Charlotte City Council voted to approve $8 million in capital funds to support improvements to the park and improve pedestrian access to it.
TowneBank’s investment brings the project to 83% of its total capital goal.
“We are extremely grateful for the exceptional support Towne has received from the amazing Charlotte community since our arrival here in 2018. Our current investment in this partnership with the City of Charlotte, Simon Property Group, and SouthPark Community Partners is reflective of our dedication to being an asset to the greater Charlotte community,” said Bob Aston, TowneBank executive chairman.
Construction is expected to begin in late summer 2026 and be complete by mid-summer 2027.
For more information and to see how you can help, visit SouthParkCLT.org.
