Brighton Christmas Shows 2026

Based on the holiday film, this musical follows young Ralphie Parker in 1940s Indiana on his quest for an official Red Ryder Air Rifle. The stage production brings classic moments to life, including the leg lamp, the pink bunny suit,...

Audiences watch the classic Jim Henson holiday tale set in Frogtown Hollow unfold live on stage with puppets designed and created by the Jim Henson Company. The heartwarming story follows Ma and Emmet Otter as they risk what little they...

Audiences can experience a holiday ballet spectacle featuring international dancers, gravity-defying acrobatics, magnificent costumes, and towering puppets. The grand stage production is performed to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score as a celebration of the Christmas season.

Visitors watch the holiday classic It’s a Wonderful Life projected on the big screen. The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra performs Dimitri Tiomkin’s musical score live alongside the complete motion picture. The film follows George Bailey, whose guardian angel Clarence shows him...

Prepare for a heartwarming holiday spectacle as Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical takes the stage. This beloved story follows the cantankerous Grinch as he plots to steal Christmas from the joyful Whos. Witness his change of...

Immerse yourself in the holiday magic of The Nutcracker, a beloved tradition presented by the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra and Rochester City Ballet. Journey with a young girl on a Christmas Eve dream filled with wonder, from a land of sparkling...

Rochester's holiday tradition presents a stage adaptation of Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol.' The story follows Ebenezer Scrooge's encounters with four ghosts.

Celebrate the magic of the season with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra's Gala Holiday Pops. This cherished tradition, now in its fourth decade, offers a delightful escape from the holiday rush. Conducted by Jeff Tyzik and featuring the talented Festival High...

Jeff Tyzik's Gala Holiday Pops is a Rochester tradition featuring the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra and the Festival High School Chorale at Kodak Hall.

Immerse yourself in a dazzling holiday spectacle at the Strasenburgh Planetarium's Holiday Laser show. This beloved Rochester tradition features a state-of-the-art laser system and full-dome visualization, creating a vibrant and immersive experience. Enjoy a curated playlist of favorite holiday songs,...

Get ready for a swingin' holiday season with The Irondequoit Chorale's 'In The Mood For Christmas' concert. This festive performance features upbeat, jazzy arrangements of beloved Christmas classics, including unique takes on 'God Rest You Merry Gentleman.' Experience the rich...

Get ready for a festive and foot-stomping good time at Bill Kirchen's Annual Honky-Tonk Holiday Show. This event promises a unique blend of classic country and holiday cheer, delivered with the energetic style that Bill Kirchen is known for. Join...