Benicia Christmas Shows 2026

Audience members hear the Vallejo Choral Society Symphonic and Chamber Choirs perform alongside an orchestra under the baton of Artistic Director Julia Morris. The concert contrasts 20th-century reflection with Baroque energy, pairing Gerald Finzi’s Magnificat, op. 36, with Antonio Vivaldi’s...

Audiences follow Marie and her soldiers as she rescues the Nutcracker Prince from the evil Rat King, traveling with dancing snowflakes to the Land of Sweets. The performance features imaginative costumes, magnificent scenery, and classic choreography suitable for all ages....

Diablo Ballet presents an expanded two-act holiday ballet set in the 1950s at the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco. Audiences follow Clara and her family as their hotel stay transforms into an enchanting adventure where a bellhop turns into the...

Clara’s whimsical Christmas Eve dreams come to life through classical ballet, clever storytelling, mischievous humor, and heroic characters. Choreographed by Performance Director Julia Adam, the production features 125 dancers and lavish Victorian costumes and sets. Audiences will also experience an...

Audiences experience George Frideric Handel’s classic holiday work through a dramatic series of arias, recitatives, and choruses exploring Christ’s birth, life, and resurrection. Ruben Valenzuela conducts the San Francisco Symphony alongside the SF Symphony Chorus. The performance features soprano Lauren...

Audiences can enjoy a family-friendly concert of seasonal favorites and sing-alongs. The performance features members of the San Francisco Symphony, guest artists, and costumed characters led by conductor Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser.

The San Francisco Symphony brass section fills Davies Symphony Hall with a festive mix of classical and popular holiday tunes, led by conductor Edwin Outwater. Concertgoers can stroll through the hall's winter wonderland setting decorated with giant lit trees, wreaths,...

Country star Orville Peck headlines this festive concert alongside co-emcees Edwin Outwater and drag sensation Peaches Christ, accompanied by the San Francisco Symphony. Audiences enjoy a variety show featuring drag queens, vocalists, burlesque artist Frankie Fictitious, and the San Francisco...

The Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir returns to the Calvin Simmons stage alongside its Youth and Community choirs for its holiday concert tradition. Attendees can experience soul-stirring gospel music celebrating community and joy. An optional pre-show VIP reception features refreshments, special...

Tony Award honoree Bernadette Peters joins conductor Tedd Firth and the San Francisco Symphony for an evening of festive tunes, Broadway favorites, and selections from her acclaimed albums. Guests can explore Davies Symphony Hall decorated for the season with giant...

Renowned vocalists All-4-One, Sheena Easton, Ruben Studdard, and Lindsey Webster take the stage to perform Christmas classics and signature hits in tribute to Peabo Bryson. Guests can take in the festive atmosphere of a hall decked out with giant illuminated...

Mariachi Sol de México de José Hernández presents a musical tribute celebrating Mexico's Christmas traditions with holiday songs from both Mexico and America. Visitors can experience Davies Symphony Hall transformed into a winter wonderland filled with giant lit trees, wreaths,...

The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra and vocalist Hayden Grove take the stage to perform a program of holiday music and classic big band standards. Visitors can stroll through a decked-out Davies Symphony Hall transformed into a winter wonderland of giant lit...

Inspired by the legend of Robin Hood, this holiday panto follows Marian as she works to protect her home, family, and community from a power-hungry Sheriff. The production is filled with pop songs, slapstick comedy, and opportunities for audience members...

Guests gather at the Calvin Simmons Theater to hear seasonal music presented by youth vocalists. The afternoon celebration showcases more than 150 singers across all six youth ensembles, performing holiday songs on one of Oakland's historic stages.

Audiences watch a narrated holiday ballet set in Santa’s Workshop, where toys come to life and holiday magic unfolds. Performed primarily by youth dancers of the Ballet Joyeux, the show weaves classical dance and storytelling together. The performance explores an...

The Oakland Gay Men's Chorus performs a winter concert centered on holiday romance and festive tunes. The repertoire spans classic holiday hits as well as diva anthems.

The Oakland Gay Men’s Chorus presents a seasonal concert featuring classic holiday hits alongside iconic diva anthems. The performance centers on festive tunes and holiday romance.

Guests enter a candlelit setting surrounded by the glow of original Tiffany stained glass windows inside historic St. Peter's Chapel. Dressed in Victorian attire, the VOENA choir performs holiday harmonies that celebrate global peace and unity. The performance also features...

Experience the magic of The Nutcracker, celebrating its 37th year! Join Clara on a whimsical journey through a land of giant mice and toy soldiers, culminating in the delightful Candy Kingdom. This festive production features colorful costumes, enchanting sets, and...

Experience the magic of the holiday season with 'A Chanticleer Christmas,' a beloved tradition. This acclaimed vocal ensemble, known as an 'Orchestra of Voices,' will fill the air with centuries of music, from hushed reverence to joyous celebration. Performed by...

Step back into 1992 with 'Snowbound: A Holiday Tale,' a heartwarming play about a high school group stranded by a blizzard. As they navigate missing home and celebrating diverse traditions, they forge unexpected bonds. Discover the true meaning of the...

Experience the joy of the holiday season with a live performance by Pleasant Hill's own Clarinet Fusion. This delightful concert is perfect for all ages, offering a chance for the whole family to gather and enjoy festive music. Don't miss...