Kew Gardens Hills Christmas Shows 2026

Inspired by classic Alan Freed holiday revues, this live concert brings audiences an evening of Doo Wop harmonies, Motown grooves, pop classics, and rock and roll favorites. Nine acts, including five original lead singers, take the stage to perform '50s...

Visitors watch the world-famous Radio City Rockettes perform ten show-stopping dance numbers on the Great Stage. The production runs straight through with no intermission for a complete holiday stage experience. Groups can also book enhancements such as guided historic venue...

Audiences follow young Marie through a dreamlike world of mischievous mice, swirling snow, and glittering confections from around the world. The classic production features a growing Christmas tree that rises onstage, Rouben Ter-Arutunian's magical sets, and Karinska's sumptuous costumes set...

Audiences watch a culturally immersive production that reimagines classic Nutcracker scenes through the lens of Brooklyn's cultural mosaic. The performance fuses ballet, hip-hop, and global dance genres, featuring a pop-and-locking Herr Drosselmeyer, a hip-hop battle scene, and a bohemian Mother...

Trans-Siberian Orchestra returns to Prudential Center with The Ghosts of Christmas Eve. Attendees can watch the live arena performance and start their evening at the nearby Prudential Lounge for drinks.

Audiences gather in the landmark museum's Greek Revival double parlor to hear Charles Dickens recount his classic holiday story. The intimate performance is staged using Dickens’s own script amidst period furnishings, flickering candles, and nineteenth-century holiday decorations.

Concerts at Saint Thomas presents the Saint Thomas Choir of Men and Boys performing Handel's Messiah alongside New York Baroque Incorporated. Conducted by Richard Tanner, the performance features vocal soloists Elisse Albian, Jay Carter, Andrew Bearden Brown, and Enrico Lagasca....

Guests can enjoy a screening of the classic holiday film "A Christmas Story" on the big screen. Following the movie, star Peter Billingsley takes the stage for a moderated interview detailing behind-the-scenes stories and answers questions directly from the audience....

Directed and choreographed by Jennifer Weber, this contemporary dance spectacle reimagines the classic holiday tale by blending hip hop dance with Tchaikovsky’s timeless music. The production is brought to life by a cast of a dozen dancers accompanied by an...

Longtime friends Jennifer Brackenbury and Melissa McHale, creators of Teacher Lunch and hosts of the podcast Teacher Lunch Unwrapped, bring their signature humor and chemistry to the stage. The show offers candid conversations, laughter, and personal stories reflecting the chaotic...

Audiences follow an epic holiday adventure inspired by the Three Magi embarking on a journey to the west alongside Clara and her Knights. The story unfolds as the Three Kings confront the Sugar Plum Fairy and her soldiers across 22...

The Boys of the Saint Thomas Choir perform an annual winter concert featuring traditional carols, contemporary winter favorites, and sing-along hymns. Conductor Richard Tanner and organist Jeremiah Stephenson join the choir for this family-friendly presentation. The performance lasts approximately one...

Guests cruise New York Harbor aboard the luxury 1920s-style Yacht Manhattan II, decked out in festive holiday decor. A live jazz trio performs holiday tunes as the vessel glides past illuminated city sights, including Battery Park, Ellis Island, and the...

A handful of actors in period costumes bring dozens of characters to the stage in a live radio broadcast format. The production features vintage commercials for fruitcake, live sound effects, and musical underscoring. Audiences follow the classic tale as three...

Music at Co-Cath presents Marc-Antoine Charpentier's Messe de minuit pour Noël alongside his Pastorale sur la Naissance de Notre Seigneur Jésus-Christ. Drawing on traditional French Christmas melodies and Baroque instrumentation, the production celebrates the Nativity. The performance combines live choral...

Matt Wilson’s Christmas Tree-O brings a swinging, energetic holiday jazz concert to an intimate lounge setting inside the atrium. The trio features drummer Matt Wilson, Jeff Lederer on reeds, and Paul Sikivie on bass delivering a playful take on seasonal...

Audiences watch a theatrical production set in the 1890s following Holly, an ambitious PR and marketing professional assigned to help a struggling community called Little Town. She must help the residents win an annual holiday competition against their rival town...

Off-Broadway musical artist Brittany Renee performs a live holiday concert blending alternative and dark pop with jazz and R&B elements. The showcase is produced by the indie series InspiredWordNYC in Clinton Hill. All ages are welcome to attend.

This holiday-themed comedy competition centers on Santa bypassing second chances and sending naughty-list offenders straight to Krampus. The live comedy event is presented by The Johnsons.

Vivace Arts Collective presents an evening of holiday song, cabaret, and storytelling. The performance features classic holiday melodies reimagined with theatrical staging. Guests are seated in a cabaret setting where dinner service is available.

The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra enlivens festive favorites with swinging big-band arrangements by orchestra members under the music direction of Chris Crenshaw. Rising star Georgia Heers brings youthful energy to beloved classics alongside vocalist Catherine Russell's masterful interpretations of...

Award-winning tenors, guest soloists, and holiday choruses join the New Jersey Festival Orchestra for a celebration of tenor music and seasonal classics. Led by conductor David Wroe, the performance features a family festival of symphonic pops and wintertime favorites.

Immerse yourself in the holiday tradition with Handel's Messiah, performed by the New York Philharmonic. This classic oratorio, known for its dramatic flair and soaring vocal expressions, features a stunning cast of soloists and the acclaimed Musica Sacra choir, all...

Experience a vibrant re-imagining of a holiday classic with The Brooklyn Nutcracker. This unique performance fuses ballet, hip-hop, and diverse global dance styles, creating a fresh family tradition. Follow familiar characters on an enchanting journey through Brooklyn's iconic landmarks, from...

Rediscover the heartwarming holiday classic "Elf" like never before. The New York Philharmonic performs John Debney's enchanting score live to the film on the big screen. Follow Buddy the Elf's hilarious and touching journey from the North Pole to New...

Get ready for a magical holiday experience as Pentatonix brings their 'Christmas in the City Tour' to UBS Arena. This Grammy Award-winning a cappella group is set to deliver an unforgettable evening filled with their signature vocal arrangements of beloved...

Presented by Celebration Concert Tours International, this seasonal concert brings festive music to the Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage. The evening features performances by vocalists TaRanda Greene and Charles Billingsley. Audiences also hear selections from RamCorps and The American Festival...

Experience the magic of the holiday season at Christmas on Broadway, a spectacular event held at the historic Mark Hellinger Theatre. This production features TSC Worship's new Christmas album, a talented choir, a full orchestra, and an original play that...

Celebrate the holidays with a fresh and exciting show featuring three talented stars from the Broadway hit WICKED. They bring their incredible voices and engaging personalities to put a unique spin on beloved holiday songs, promising an evening of festive...

Experience the magic of the holidays with 'Broadway Sings Mariah Carey: A Holiday Spectacular.' This unique event features talented Broadway vocalists and a full 14-piece orchestra performing Mariah Carey's iconic holiday hits. Ring in the season with an unforgettable, high-energy...

Get into the holiday spirit with a captivating jazz concert featuring the renowned seven-string jazz guitarist Ron Jackson and vocalist Ella Vaughn. This performance is designed to be the perfect kickoff to the festive season, offering a delightful musical experience.