Bloomington Christmas Shows 2026

Vocal ensemble Cantus presents a contemplative holiday concert reimagining the traditional Lessons and Carols format. The program pairs traditional carols like "Silent Night" and "I Saw Three Ships" with global music and works by contemporary composers such as Eric Whitacre...

Audiences follow the curmudgeonly Ebenezer Scrooge as he is warned by the ghost of Jacob Marley and guided by three spirits through his past, present and future. Featuring original music and bursts of festive joy, this adaptation brings the streets...

Audiences experience George Frideric Handel’s iconic oratorio performed by The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, vocal soloists, and The Singers choral ensemble under conductor John Butt. The three-part musical masterpiece weaves biblical texts into dramatic arias and choruses, recounting prophecies, the...

Dame Jane Glover leads the Minnesota Orchestra and the Minnesota Chorale in a performance of Handel's celebrated holiday oratorio. The performance features vocal soloists soprano Lauren Snouffer, mezzo Clara Osowski, tenor Eric Ferring, and bass-baritone Michael Sumuel. The concert experience...

Audience members experience Charles M. Schulz's beloved story brought to life with live actors portraying Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, Lucy, Sally, and Schroeder. The stage show is paired with big-screen animations and Vince Guaraldi's timeless music performed live by the...

Guests experience the beloved holiday film Home Alone on the big screen while the Minnesota Orchestra performs John Williams' score live-to-picture. The performance is led by conductor Jason Seber and features the Minnesota Boychoir alongside the orchestra.

Trumpeter Charles Lazarus and an all-star ensemble celebrate the season with swinging, jazzy arrangements of holiday favorites. The performance features vocalists Bruce A. Henry and Tonia Hughes Kendrick alongside piano, bass, drums, percussion, the Lazarus Brass, and the Angelica Cantanti...

Audiences experience a condensed staging of Twin Cities Ballet's classic production, 'A Minnesota Nutcracker,' set to the music of Tchaikovsky. Performed by cast members from the full-length show, this family-friendly holiday presentation is designed to capture the attention of even...

Minnesota vocalists Mary Jane Alm, Aimée Lee, and Boyd Lee team up with Prairie Home Companion regulars Richard Kriehn, Gary Raynor, Joe Savage, and Peter Johnson for a seasonal concert. Special guest storyteller Kevin Kling brings signature charm, humor, and...

Audience members can watch CastleCo Theatre's family-friendly production of Ebenezer Scrooge receiving a chance to change his outlook on Christmas when visited by spirits. Before curtain call, visitors can view a festive display of creatively decorated Christmas trees.

Presented by the O'Shea Irish Dancers, this lively variety show features Irish music, storytelling, comedy sketches, caroling, and traditional step dancing. The production showcases choreography and music by original Riverdancer Cormac O'Sé of Dublin. Audiences can also look forward to...

This holiday concert brings classic country and gospel Christmas songs to the stage, celebrating the music of legends like Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, and Elvis Presley. Vocalists Mick Sterling, Cate Fierro, and Shalo Lee join musicians Dan Neale...

Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret delivers an unscripted, fast-paced show featuring comedy sketches, music, and clean improv. Audience members can call out ideas to steer the performers or simply relax and watch the fun unfold. Table service is available in the...

Blending gospel, blues, jazz, and soul, this vibrant production reimagines the traditional nativity story with a modern twist. The Twin Cities' 10-piece band, Co-MingL, delivers dynamic live music alongside a performance by actress Nubia Monks. The show offers a holiday...

Pianist Phil Thompson presents original holiday arrangements centered around the piano alongside an eight-piece band, guitarist Jeff Perry, saxophonist John Bertsch, and guest vocalist Tristana Ward. Guests hear seasonal songs such as "Wonderful Christmastime," "Step Into Christmas," "Driving Home for...

Audiences celebrate Elvis Presley’s Christmas songbook along with several of his greatest hits. Internationally-renowned Elvis tribute artist Anthony Shore and his All-Star Band present an intimate holiday concert revue suitable for all ages. Visitors can choose between show-only attendance or...

Set inside the historic Landmark Center under soft candlelight, this concert features Borealis, the 20-member chamber ensemble of the Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus. The vocalists perform beloved traditional holiday carols alongside contemporary choral works. Guests are also invited to...

This holiday concert brings together vocalists Ginger Commodore, Ashley Commodore, Geoff Jones, and Kijana Gant for a seasonal musical celebration. Guests experience a curated program combining timeless Christmas classics with innovative, newly-arranged interpretations. Attendees can choose between show-only admission or...

The Eagan Theater Company recreates the vintage experience of gathering around the living room radio for a live broadcast. Audience members watch Dickens' holiday classic brought to life on stage, complete with musical accompaniment, live sound effects, and staged commercials.

Lori Dokken leads an ensemble featuring Judi Vinar, Ginger Commodore, Joyann Parker, and Rachel Holder in a seasonal musical performance. The concert showcases a collection of Christmas classics popularized by artists such as Bing Crosby & The Andrews Sisters, Elvis,...

Audiences experience a musical journey through the sounds, rhythms, and colors of Spain as imagined by Spanish and French composers. The program features selections from Albéniz's Suite española, Debussy's Ibéria and Danse sacrée et Danse profane, culminating in Maurice Ravel's...

Visitors hear the historic Preservation Hall Jazz Band perform their festive Creole Christmas show in Orchestra Hall. The ensemble delivers classic New Orleans jazz and decks out favorite holiday music with Crescent City second-line swing.

Mick Sterling and Cate Fierro lead an orchestra featuring musicians from the Andy and Bing Christmas Orchestra for a throwback to the golden era of Las Vegas entertainment. Guests will hear iconic hits and classic showstoppers from legends such as...

Step into a world of perfect harmony with 'Plaid Tidings,' a delightful holiday musical. This "heaven-sent" treat follows four friends who return to Earth to spread cheer and mend a discordant world with their classic songs. It's a nostalgic journey...

This event, presented by Luther, celebrated the holiday season with festive musical performances. While it has concluded for the year, attendees can anticipate its potential return in 2025. Check back later in the year for updated information on this joyous...

This enchanting holiday musical brings the classic tale of 'The Elves and the Shoemaker' to life. Follow a whimsical troupe of elves as they magically restore a poor cobbler's fortunes by crafting extraordinary shoes. It's a heartwarming story of virtue,...

Embark on a grand, fun-filled adventure with Hansel and Gretel in this original musical adaptation. This fairy tale is brought to life with plenty of laughs, audience participation, and charming characters, making it an ideal holiday season experience for youngsters...

Twin Cities Ballet presents 'A Minnesota Nutcracker,' a beloved holiday classic reimagined with a distinct Minnesota flair. This enchanting performance weaves iconic local characters and landmarks into Clara's magical journey, offering a unique twist on the cherished story and music....

Twin Cities Ballet presents "A Minnesota Nutcracker," a holiday tradition with a unique local twist. This beloved performance reimagines the classic tale with new costumes and choreography, celebrating iconic Minnesota characters and landscapes. Deemed an essential holiday event by MPR,...

Immerse yourself in the timeless brilliance of Johann Sebastian Bach's Brandenburg Concertos, presented annually by The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra. This beloved holiday tradition features five of the six iconic concertos, showcasing the immaculate virtuosity of the orchestra's chamber musicians...

The Metropolitan Ballet presents the timeless holiday classic, The Nutcracker, at Saint Paul's Fitzgerald Theatre. This enchanting ballet, set to Tchaikovsky's magnificent score, tells the story of Clara's magical Christmas Eve adventure. Follow her journey from a festive party to...

Step into a winter wonderland with Irving Berlin's White Christmas, a spectacular stage musical. This beloved show brings to life the timeless songs and heartwarming story of a classic holiday film, offering a magical theatrical experience.

Prepare for a festive flurry of love and cheer with Cirque du Soleil's enchanting holiday show, '_Twas the Night Before...'. Inspired by the classic poem, this performance tells the story of a jaded young girl rediscovering holiday magic. Families will...

Prepare for a spectacular holiday experience as the Trans-Siberian Orchestra returns with their acclaimed rock opera, 'The Lost Christmas Eve.' This monumental tour celebrates 20 years of the beloved show, TSO's 20 millionth concertgoer, and over $20 million donated to...

Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit at the Christmas at Wooddale Concert. This unforgettable event features Broadway and screen star Corey Cott, accompanied by the magnificent 150-voice Wooddale Choir and Orchestra. Experience the magic of Christmas with timeless carols and...

Experience the magic of Disney's "The Muppet Christmas Carol" like never before! The Minnesota Orchestra brings this beloved holiday classic to life by performing the film's score live to picture. Join Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and the entire Muppet...

Straight No Chaser, the acclaimed a cappella group, brings their "Holiday Road Tour" to the stage. Known for their unique blend of vocal talent and humor, they deliver a festive soundtrack to the season. For over two decades, this nine-man...

Experience the magic of the holiday season with a captivating stage adaptation of Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol.' This audience-favorite production features beloved carols and brings the timeless story of Ebenezer Scrooge to life. Attendees also gain access to an...

Immerse yourself in the heartwarming sounds of "A Prairie Home Companion Christmas." This special holiday performance promises an unforgettable evening filled with the show's signature blend of folk music, witty monologues, and beloved characters, all wrapped in a festive Christmas...

Get ready for a festive celebration with The New Standards' highly anticipated Holiday Show. This energetic performance promises a unique blend of holiday spirit and musical talent, perfect for getting into the seasonal mood. Experience their acclaimed show live and...

Join Lorie Line for a heartwarming celebration of the Christmas season. This beloved tradition features her masterful solo piano performance, weaving together faith-filled stories, elegant holiday music arrangements, and personal reflections on the true spirit of Christmas. Expect dazzling costumes...

Sprinkle some holiday magic into your season with "An Enchanted Christmas," a heartwarming concert by the Lakeville Area Community Band. Under the spirited direction of Joe Lasko, local musicians share their talents with a collection of beloved Christmas melodies, embodying...

Experience the joy of the holiday season with Tasha Layton's Christmas concerts. This acclaimed Christian and Gospel artist will be performing at various churches across the United States, bringing her uplifting music and festive spirit to audiences. Don't miss an...

Celebrate the holiday season with 'Christmas With a Whole Lotta Soul,' a vibrant concert featuring Ginger Commodore and friends. This unique performance reimagines classic Christmas carols and introduces original songs with a soulful blend of R&B, funk, and gospel flair....

Get ready for a festive holiday treat as Shaun Johnson Big Band Experience brings their 'Candy Cane Lane Tour' to the stage. Featuring Emmy-winning lead singer Shaun Johnson, this ensemble of seven world-class musicians will perform re-imagined holiday favorites with...