Your Holiday Look Ahead Houston!
Let’s unwrap the festive season and see what’s coming to you
The holiday season is creeping upon us! Lighting up stages across Houston with festive favorites and new productions, from timeless classics to family favorites, audiences can look forward to a season filled with music, laughter, and magic. Here's what's taking center stage this holiday season.
A Christmas Carol
November 16 December 28, 2025, Hubbard Stage
"A timeless tale of redemption, wonder, and the true meaning of Christmas returns to warm Houston hearts."
Join the Hubbard Stage for a dazzling new production of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, reimagined by Rob Melrose and directed by Amber D. Gray. Follow the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge as he embarks on a magical journey guided by three Christmas ghosts each revealing lessons of compassion, generosity, and joy. Packed with festive music, theatrical magic, and heartfelt performances, this holiday favorite continues to inspire audiences young and old year after year.
Houston Ballet The Nutcracker
November 28 December 29, 2025, Brown Theater
"A breathtaking blend of beauty, tradition, and holiday enchantment that defines the season."
Houston's most beloved holiday tradition returns as the Houston Ballet presents The Nutcracker under the artistic direction of Stanton Welch. Experience this stunning reimagining featuring dazzling choreography, lavish costumes, and captivating new staging all set to Tchaikovsky's timeless score. Perfect for families and first-time balletgoers alike, this magical journey through the Kingdom of Sweets is an unmissable celebration of dance, wonder, and festive joy.
Lindsey Stirling
December 3, 2025, Smart Financial Center
"A whirlwind of violin virtuosity, dance, and holiday spirit Lindsey Stirling's Christmas magic returns."
Genre-bending superstar Lindsey Stirling brings her electrifying Snow Waltz Tour to Houston for one unforgettable night. Known for blending classical violin mastery with modern beats and stunning choreography, Stirling delivers a visually spectacular and emotionally uplifting concert experience. Featuring songs from her albums Snow Waltz and Warmer in the Winter, along with seasonal favorites, this show promises to be a dazzling celebration of creativity, joy, and holiday cheer.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve
December 19, 2025, Toyota Center
"Symphonic rock meets Christmas storytelling in a spectacle of sound, light, and emotion."
The legendary Trans-Siberian Orchestra lights up the Toyota Center with their explosive holiday rock opera, The Ghosts of Christmas Eve. Combining jaw-dropping pyrotechnics, soaring vocals, and dazzling visuals, TSO has become a holiday staple for fans across generations. This year's show blends the beloved Christmas narrative with the band's biggest hits, delivering an electrifying night of music and magic that proves why TSO reigns as one of America's most iconic holiday acts.
Cirque Dreams Holidaze
December 23 24, 2025, Jones Hall for the Performing Arts
"A glittering, gravity-defying celebration of the season where imagination soars and Christmas comes alive."
Step into a world of whimsical wonder with Cirque Dreams Holidaze at Jones Hall. This breathtaking holiday spectacular fuses contemporary circus artistry with festive storytelling, featuring over 30 performers from around the globe. Marvel as ornaments twirl through the air, candy canes dance, and toy soldiers spring to life in a kaleidoscope of acrobatics, music, and dazzling visuals. A joyful experience for audiences of all ages, it's Christmas magic redefined through spectacle and style.
Mannheim Steamroller
December 30, 2025, Smart Financial Center
"The soundtrack of the season Mannheim Steamroller brings its signature sound and spirit back to Houston."
Celebrate the close of the year with a concert tradition unlike any other as Mannheim Steamroller brings their acclaimed holiday tour to the Smart Financial Center. Led by founder and composer Chip Davis, the group continues its reign as America's top-selling holiday act with their signature fusion of classical, rock, and electronic sounds. Featuring reimagined carols and original works that have delighted fans for decades, this unforgettable performance wraps up the holiday season with heart, harmony, and nostalgia.
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