The holidays are supposed to be joyful. They’re also supposed to be magical, meaningful, and full of connection. And somehow… they’re also a blur of errands, group texts, travel plans, and “quick” shopping trips that mysteriously take three hours.
If your December could use a little jolt of holiday spirit (or just a break from the chaos), live events are one of the easiest ways to flip the mood. Whether you’re planning a family outing, an adult night out, or a solo “I need an hour where nobody needs anything from me” escape — there’s something here that fits.
Below are holiday-themed shows and seasonal favorites still ahead on the calendar, offering everything from big spectacle to cozy traditions.
Big, Sweeping Holiday Spectacle
When subtle won’t cut it, these productions go all in. Arena-scale shows, iconic holiday spectacles, and immersive performances that make December feel unmistakably festive.
| Date | Event | Venue | Location | Avg. Price | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 13 | Radio City Christmas Spectacular | Radio City Music Hall | New York, NY | $276 | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 14 | Radio City Christmas Spectacular | Radio City Music Hall | New York, NY | $279 | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 15 | Cirque du Soleil: Twas the Night Before | Fargodome | Fargo, ND | — | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 18 | Trans-Siberian Orchestra | UBS Arena | Elmont, NY | $128 | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 19 | Trans-Siberian Orchestra | PPG Paints Arena | Pittsburgh, PA | $132 | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 20 | Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland | State Farm Arena | Atlanta, GA | — | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 21 | Trans-Siberian Orchestra | TD Garden | Boston, MA | $141 | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 23 | Trans-Siberian Orchestra | Nationwide Arena | Columbus, OH | $129 | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 26 | Cirque du Soleil: Twas the Night Before | United Center | Chicago, IL | — | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 27 | Trans-Siberian Orchestra | Little Caesars Arena | Detroit, MI | $121 | Shop Tickets |
Classic Holiday Performances & Timeless Traditions
These are the shows that feel like December itself — familiar, comforting, and designed to be shared across generations.
| Date | Event | Venue | Location | Avg. Price | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 13 | Boston Ballet: The Nutcracker | Boston Opera House | Boston, MA | $205 | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 14 | NYCB: The Nutcracker | David H. Koch Theater | New York, NY | $226 | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 15 | Joffrey Ballet: The Nutcracker | Lyric Opera House | Chicago, IL | $150 | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 17 | Carolina Ballet: The Nutcracker | Memorial Auditorium | Raleigh, NC | $116 | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 18 | Houston Ballet: The Nutcracker | Wortham Theater Center | Houston, TX | $162 | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 19 | PNB: The Nutcracker | McCaw Hall | Seattle, WA | $196 | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 20 | SF Ballet: The Nutcracker | War Memorial Opera House | San Francisco, CA | $223 | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 21 | Philadelphia Ballet: The Nutcracker | Academy of Music | Philadelphia, PA | $200 | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 22 | Texas Ballet Theater: The Nutcracker | Winspear Opera House | Dallas, TX | $171 | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 23 | Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker | Warner Theatre | Washington, DC | $170 | Shop Tickets |
Holiday Concerts & Seasonal Soundtracks
From orchestral holiday programs to Motown, Celtic, and jazz-inspired shows, these concerts offer a calmer way to feel the season.
| Date | Event | Venue | Location | Avg. Price | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 13 | Andrea Bocelli | Kaseya Center | Miami, FL | $508 | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 14 | Mannheim Steamroller Christmas | Harris Theater | Chicago, IL | $123 | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 15 | A Very Motown Christmas | Keswick Theatre | Glenside, PA | — | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 16 | Mannheim Steamroller Christmas | Majestic Theatre | San Antonio, TX | $122 | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 17 | A Taste of Ireland: A Celtic Christmas | The Lyric | Baltimore, MD | — | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 18 | Jane Lynch: A Swingin’ Little Christmas | Paramount Theatre | Charlottesville, VA | — | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 19 | Festival of Carols | Rialto Theatre | Tucson, AZ | — | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 20 | A Carpenters Christmas | Hershey Theatre | Hershey, PA | — | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 21 | Kurt Bestor Christmas | Eccles Theater | Salt Lake City, UT | — | Shop Tickets |
| Dec 22 | A Soulful Motown Christmas | Cobb Energy Centre | Atlanta, GA | — | Shop Tickets |
One More Gift Idea: Give Yourself a Break
Whether it’s wonder, nostalgia, laughter, or simply getting out of the house, these events are reminders that holiday spirit doesn’t have to be perfect — it just has to be felt.
And if you’re shopping late, tickets remain one of the easiest gifts there is. No shipping delays, no wrapping stress, and with Ticket Club’s no-service-fee pricing, often a better value than expected.