Popular Holiday Events to Help You Celebrate the Season

While many people like to spend the holiday season cozying up by the fire and watching classic Christmas movies, switch up the program by taking your family and friends to one of the many fantastic performances taking place throughout the rest of the year. Whether you want to witness the season through a contemporary lens or your tastes lean more towards classical music and ballet, the following events are sure to make sure that you have an unforgettable holiday experience.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s The Ghosts of Christmas Eve: The Best of TSO & More

Trans-Siberian Orchestra brings back its electrifying holiday spectacle with The Ghosts of Christmas Eve: The Best of TSO & More tour. Inspired by their 1999 TV special, the show blends storytelling, dazzling visuals, and the band’s signature fusion of rock and classical music. Fans can expect performances of beloved hits like “Christmas Eve (Sarajevo 12/24),” “Wizards in Winter,” “Queen of the Winter Night,” and “Christmas Canon Rock,” making it a holiday tradition unlike any other. TSO will once again split into two touring groups that will travel the country simultaneously to more than 60 cities, often playing twice per day in each city.

Radio City Christmas Spectacular

Spend the holidays with the Radio City Rockettes as they kick off their annual Radio City Christmas Spectacular. The Rockettes have been putting on this show since the 1930s and the production has become one of New York’s most prized Christmas traditions. This infamous show has it all with singing and laughs alongside dance performances featuring toy soldiers and snowflakes. There might even be a surprise appearance from jolly old St. Nick himself! Make sure to take it all in with tickets to the Radio City Christmas Spectacular.

Lindsey Stirling’s Snow Waltz Tour

Join this talented violinist on The Snow Waltz Tour, which kicks off on Nov. 18 in University Park, Pa. The 23-city venture will run through Dec. 23, bringing Christmas cheer to cities such as Orlando, Austin and Las Vegas. Following her appearance on America’s Got Talent, Lindsey Stirling‘s popularity skyrocketed and in 2012, she released her self-titled album, featuring original compositions like “Crystallize” and “Electric Daisy Violin.” Her second album, Shatter Me (2014), earned the young violinist an RIAA Gold certification and two Billboard Music Awards. Her version of “Carol of the Bells” is the only instrumental song to reach the Top 10 on AC Radio. Stirling has also collaborated with a cappella sensation, Pentatonix, on a cover of “Radioactive.” Electrify your holiday season with the musical stylings of Lindsey Stirling’s classic and original violin compositions.

Kenny G’s The Miracles Holiday and Hits Tour

Legendary crooner Kenny G is also celebrating the 30th anniversary of his Christmas-themed collection, Miracles: The Holiday Album. Released in 1994, this album was certified platinum eight times, with lead single “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” leading the way. The tour will highlight that album but also include some of his other popular songs from the past four decades. Most recently, Kenny G released his 19th studio album Innocence in 2023.

Pentatonix’s Christmas In The City Tour

This three-time Grammy Award-winning a capella group is hitting the road again this November for the Pentatonix: Christmas In The City Tour. Pentatonix will dazzle audiences in 26 cities with their signature harmonies and creative twists on seasonal classics like “Hallelujah,” “Little Drummer Boy” and “Mary, Did You Know?” The group is also expected to entertain fans with non-holiday tributes to artists like Mariah Carey and Wicked. As a multi-platinum artist with more than ten million albums sold globally, Pentatonix is one of the most prominent a capella groups in the world. The 2025 Christmas In The City Tour promises to be a magical celebration of the season—secure your tickets today to experience it live.

Mannheim Steamroller’s Christmas Tour

Mannheim Steamroller is bringing the magic of the holidays back with their highly anticipated Christmas Tour. Running from Nov. 14 through Dec. 30, the best-selling holiday music group will split into two tour ensembles, bringing its signature blend of classical and modern sounds to more than 80 cities across North America. Fans can enjoy timeless favorites like “Deck the Halls” and “Carol of the Bells,” along with selections from their beloved holiday albums.

Founded by Chip Davis in 1974, Mannheim Steamroller is a new-age classical music group that is known for its series of Fresh Aire albums released in 1975. Praised by outlets like Billboard and Rolling Stone for redefining holiday music, Mannheim Steamroller continues to make its Christmas concerts an annual tradition. Don’t miss the chance to celebrate the season and get your Mannheim Steamroller tickets today.

Disney on Ice

Treat the young ones to a Disney winter wonderland with Disney on Ice tickets. Disney on Ice has been putting on ice shows for more than 40 years and now you can be treated to a skating spectacular featuring the stories of hit Disney movies like Frozen, Moana and Encanto. Watch characters like Mirabel, Elsa and Olaf glide across the ice throughout this holiday season, along with classic characters like Mickey and Donald Duck.

The Nutcracker

From late November to early January, ballet fans of all ages can see The Nutcracker live. Follow the history of The Nutcracker from the ballet’s debut in 1892 to modern times. Join Clara as she is whisked away to a magical world with characters like the Mouse King and his army, the dazzling Sugar Plum Fairy, and her brave Nutcracker Prince. Those wanting a break from the classic ballet should check out The Hip Hop Nutcracker, a modern version set in New York City.