Top 10 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 have a taste for classical music and ballet or want to witness the season through a more contemporary lens, the following events are sure to make sure that you have a holiday experience that you won’t soon forget.

Lindsey Stirling’s Snow Waltz Tour

Join this talented violinist as she embarks on her fifth Christmas-themed tour, The Snow Waltz Tour, which will run through the end of December. After her appearance on America’s Got Talent skyrocketed her popularity, Lindsey Stirling released her self-titled album in 2012, featuring original compositions like “Crystallize” and “Electric Daisy Violin.” Stirling’s 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.

Mariah Carey’s Christmas Time Tour

This powerful songstress will launch Mariah Carey‘s Christmas Time Tour this November marking 30 years of her megahit “All I Want For Christmas Is You!” Promising to be her biggest holiday tour yet, the Christmas Time Tour will take her to 20 U.S. cities where Carey will perform a mix of tracks from her album Merry Christmas and other chart-topping hits. Since its release in 1994, Merry Christmas has been certified platinum nine times, selling more than five million copies in the United States alone. It also earned her the playful title “Queen of Christmas.” Don’t miss your chance to celebrate this special occasion.

Kenny G: 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. This tour will not only 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 and embarked on a book tour promoting his upcoming autobiography Life in the Key of G which will be released on Sept. 24. His book tour will continue through Oct. 1 and then his holiday tour will follow in mid-November.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas Eve

The Trans-Siberian Orchestra will debut an all-new version of The Lost Christmas Eve during its popular winter tour. The Lost Christmas Eve is the final chapter of the group’s Christmas trilogy and it tells a powerful tale of a father who is reunited with the son he put up for adoption decades earlier. The album, which was released in 2004, was certified Double Platinum in 2013 with songs like “Queen of the Winter Night,” “Wizards in Winter” and “Wish Liszt.” Due to popular demand, TSO will once again split into two touring groups that will travel the country simultaneously, often playing twice per day in each city.

Pentatonix: Hallelujah! It’s A Christmas Tour

This three-time Grammy Award-winning a capella group is hitting the road this November for the Pentatonix: Hallelujah! It’s A Christmas Tour. Named for their popular single, “Hallelujah,” this tour will feature an all-new tracklist that blends holiday favorites and original songs. As a multi-platinum artist with more than ten million albums sold worldwide, Pentatonix is one of the most prominent a capella groups in the world alongside popular artists like Straight No Chaser. Prepare to be regaled with their vocal arrangements of holiday classics like “12 Days of Christmas,” “Little Drummer Boy” and “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy,” from now until December 22.

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 the hit Disney movies, Frozen and Encanto. Watch characters like Mirabel, Elsa and Olaf glide across the ice throughout this holiday season.

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.

Mannheim Steamroller’s Christmas Tour

If you’re looking for a transcendent orchestra holiday performance, look no further than Mannheim Steamroller’s annual Christmas Tour. 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. Make sure that you don’t miss out on the group’s modern interpretations of Yuletide tunes like “We Three Kings” and “Deck the Halls,” all throughout November and December. Mannheim Steamroller will also send two touring ensembles out on the road to expand its reach.

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.

iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour

The iHeartRadio Jingle Ball tour brings some of the year’s biggest stars like Katy Perry, Teddy Swims, Shaboozey and Tate McRae to stages across the country. The full 2024 line-up also includes Benson Boone, twenty one pilots, The Kid LAROI, Madison Beer, Gracie Abrams and NCT Dream.