Kirkland Christmas Shows 2026

Audiences experience Tchaikovsky’s famous score in a reimagined production featuring glowing costumes and dancers from the Grand Kyiv Ballet. The performance follows the fairy tale of Masha as she helps the bewitched Nutcracker prince defeat the Mouse King. Each scene...

Visitors can gather for an outdoor screening of Disney's Frozen shown on a large LED movie screen. The holiday celebration includes hands-on kids' crafts, a selection of local food trucks, and the chance to meet real-life reindeer. Guests may also...

Audiences journey into a candy-filled holiday adventure accompanied live by the Pacific Northwest Ballet Orchestra performing Tchaikovsky's score. The production showcases George Balanchine's choreography alongside scenic and costume designs by Ian Falconer, featuring characters such as Clara, the Prince, the...

This soulful retelling of the Christmas story features 30 performers, vibrant dance, a live band, and a citywide gospel choir. Guests can explore the lobby's Black Makers Market featuring local Black artisans and small businesses or enjoy refreshments from the...

Audiences experience a classical holiday ballet set to the music of P.I. Tchaikovsky, presented with vibrant costumes and full theatrical scenery. Rooted in the original 1892 production, the choreography by Vera Altunina is based on Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov....

Broadway and television star Megan Hilty joins her hometown Seattle Symphony for a festive seasonal performance. Audiences will hear a joyful concert program filled with spirited carols and holiday classics.

Guests gather at the Armory Stage and dance floor for a community screening of the holiday comedy Elf. The film follows Buddy, a human raised by Santa's elves at the North Pole, who travels to New York City to connect...

Families gather to watch a screening of the classic film, The Polar Express. The story follows a young boy on Christmas Eve embarking on a magical train journey to the North Pole, exploring themes of friendship, bravery, and the spirit...

Guests can enjoy a live orchestral performance by Eastside Symphony, Redmond's community orchestra. The program showcases a variety of Christmas and classical favorites held at the Robertson Performing Arts Center.

The Sammamish Symphony Orchestra presents a festive musical performance featuring seasonal favorites and rare holiday pieces. Audience members attend the live concert at the Eastlake Performing Arts Center.

Visitors watch a live comedy show presented by Unexpected Productions. The performance features spontaneous comedic scenes created entirely from audience suggestions.

Guests experience a seasonal orchestral concert featuring favorite holiday music. The performance takes place in a 500-seat theater setting offering great acoustics and a relaxed listening environment.

Hosted by Concerts Under the Stars at the Olympic Rooftop Pavilion, this event features a live performance of festive classics and timeless jazz hits popularized by Frank Sinatra. Guests can take in skyline views of Seattle while enjoying cocktails from...

Attendees enjoy an evening of choral music performed by ChoralSounds Northwest accompanied by strings. The program features a blend of traditional and contemporary pieces to celebrate the holiday season. Featured selections include compositions by Ola Gjeilo, Ivo Antognini, Jocelyn Hagen,...

Guests can enjoy a festive live concert featuring Danny Vernon and his band bringing the music, charisma, and stage presence of Elvis Presley to life. The performance delivers an authentic tribute filled with rock and holiday spirit.

Prepare for a dazzling, award-winning winter spectacle that reimagines the classic Nutcracker ballet with a burlesque twist. This sophisticated theatrical revue, celebrating its 20th anniversary, features opulent costumes, original choreography, and a live nine-piece orchestra performing jazz arrangements of Tchaikovsky's...

Prepare for a wildly entertaining and hilarious twist on Charles Dickens' classic tale. Talented improvisers take audience suggestions to create a unique, laugh-out-loud version of 'A Christmas Carol' every single night. This beloved holiday tradition, running since 1985, promises a...

Emerald Ballet Academy presents their annual production of The Nutcracker, featuring original choreography by Viktoria Titova. This magical holiday performance returns to the Northshore Performing Arts Center with a live orchestra conducted by David Waltman, stunning new costumes, and guest...

Buddy the Elf's journey from the North Pole to New York City comes to life in this hilarious and heartwarming musical adaptation of the beloved holiday film. Follow Buddy as he discovers his true identity and spreads Christmas cheer throughout...

ARC Dance presents a delightful and child-friendly version of the timeless holiday ballet, The Nutcracker. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, this production is known as the 'Fastest Nutcracker in the West,' promising a dynamic and engaging experience for all ages. Join...

ARC Dance Productions presents 'Nutcracker Sweets' at the Shorewood Performing Arts Center. This beloved holiday ballet, perfect for all ages, features the talented students of the ARC Ballet School alongside their professional dancers. Experience the magic of Tchaikovsky's score, stunning...

Immerse yourself in the magic of the holiday season with 'Inspiration from Above,' a spectacular choral and orchestral concert. Featuring the Kirkland Choral Society and Philharmonia Northwest, this event promises an enthralling collection of holiday gems, including Christopher Rouse's 'Karolju,'...

Prepare for a delightfully un-Nutcracker Nutcracker experience with ARC Dance's 'Nutcracker Misfits.' This brand-new production offers a humorous and whimsical mashup of the classic tale, featuring misfit characters and a completely new storyline. Choreographed by Marie Chong, this 45-minute show...