Santa's Swingin' Christmas Party
Guests experience a futuristic holiday variety show created in collaboration with the Cola Jazz Foundation. The performance follows a modernized Santa flying a rocket-powered sleigh alongside friends Young Yeti, Lumpy, and Rudolph to stop Madame Freezum and her minions from taking over the North Pole. Vivid puppets illuminated by blacklight are accompanied by a live jazz trio performing beloved holiday songs.
What to Expect
Holiday variety show featuring blacklight puppets and a live jazz trio
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Columbia Marionette Theatre
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Playful and festive
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Low
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Tips & Advice
- Choose from the five listed 2026 performance dates and make sure your plans match the selected show day.
- Use 401 Laurel Street, Columbia, SC 29201, as your destination when planning your trip to the theater.
- Arrive with time to get settled before the performance so you can enjoy the puppet story and live music from the start.
- Keep phones quiet during the show to avoid disrupting the live music and puppetry.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the story?
Santa has modernized. He races home on his rocket-powered sleigh and finds that Madame Freezum and her minions want to take over the North Pole. His friends Young Yeti, Lumpy and Rudolph try to stop the Frozen Empire.
Is the music live?
Yes. A live jazz trio plays beloved holiday songs. The show is a creative collaboration with the Cola Jazz Foundation.
What are the puppets like?
The puppets are vivid and lit by blacklight, and they share the stage with the jazz trio in a holiday variety show.
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