Holiday Pops Tickets

Holiday Pops Concert Tickets

One of many people’s favorite activities during the holiday season is picking up Holiday Pops tickets. Purchase yours hassle-free at TicketSmarter. The Holiday Pops started in 1973 by the Boston Pops and was first called “A Pops Christmas Party.” The Pops is primarily made up of members of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the only difference being that the first chairs of the BSO are not members of the Pops. The Holiday Pops is the name given to the Boston Pops when they perform themed concerts during the holiday season. Beloved by many, the few weeks in December in which the Holiday Pops conduct their annual performances are meant to capture the Holiday spirit through a mix of expertly played and conducted classic tunes, mixed with New England charm.

The Holiday Pops is an inclusive, family-friendly affair, and offers different performances to meet different audiences. As a celebrated Boston institution, Holiday Pops tickets are often in high demand. The regular nighttime performances include longstanding traditions including a Pops sing-a-long and a visit from Santa Claus, as well as the Pops’ signature rendition of “Sleigh Ride” and a long list of other Holiday classics. Typical Pops performances run just over 2 hours. The Holiday Pops also offers kids’ matinee performances that run just over an hour and Sensory-friendly performances that last about an hour.

The star conductor of the Boston Pops, Keith Lockhart, entered his 25^th year of conducting the Pops in 2020. He has conducted over 1,900 Pops performances over the course of his work with the group. The orchestra is also occasionally led by a special guest conductor. Guest conductors in the past include Celtics center Tacko Fall and legendary film composer John Williams.

How much do Holiday Pops tickets cost?

Ticket prices vary based on the venue, orchestra, and performance type. On average, tickets range from $20 to $398.

• Average Price: $193.96 per ticket
• Lowest Price: $35.96 is the cheapest price available for a ticket
• Premium Seating Options: A premium center orchestra seat near the front of the stage costs as much as $1228.44 a ticket

Can I buy last-minute Holiday Pops concert tickets?

Yes, you can buy last-minute tickets to any Holiday Pops concerts on TicketSmarter. We have 0 still available for their next concert.

When is Holiday Pops next concert?

Holiday Pops is performing on December 5th, 2025 at 3:00pm at the Boston Symphony Hall in Boston, MA.

How long are Holiday Pops concerts?

Each performance is around 90 minutes long without intermission.