Holiday Pops
Guest conductor Nicholas Hersh leads the Naples Philharmonic, Naples Philharmonic Chorus, and Naples Philharmonic Youth Chorus in a holiday symphonic tradition. Audiences experience a joyful musical program uniting orchestral musicians and choral singers across generations. The performance features beloved holiday carols, yuletide classics, and contemporary seasonal favorites.
What to Expect
Holiday concert featuring the Naples Philharmonic, adult chorus, and youth choir.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Pelican Bay
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Artis—Naples
Food & Drink
Outside food and beverages are prohibited; limited items purchased on-site are permitted inside Hayes Hall.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
All-ages audiences who enjoy holiday music
Vibe
Festive and symphonic
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Low
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Dec 17 7:30pm; Dec 18 7:30pm; Dec 19 2:00pm and 7:30pm; Dec 20 2:00pm.
- Parking: For evening and weekend events, park in campus spaces, partner lots across Ridgewood Drive, or levels 3–5 and surface lots at Waterside Shops; accessible spaces are near the Hayes Hall entrance.
- Accessibility: Hayes Hall accommodates wheelchairs and walkers, features a hearing loop system, and offers complimentary wireless listening devices and sensory bags.
Tips & Advice
- Choose from the five listed performances across the four-day run when selecting a ticket.
- For accessible parking, arrive early to look for a campus space near the Hayes Hall main entrance.
- Keep bags within the 14-by-14-by-4-inch limit because oversized bags cannot be stored at the venue.
- If you want food or a drink, Heidi’s Place in Norris Garden offers food, snacks and beverages; lobby bars operate for select performances.
- Avoid taking photographs during the performance unless a pre-concert announcement permits it.
Special Events & Promotions
- December 19 has both a daytime matinee and an evening performance.
- December 20 has a daytime-only performance.
- Friends of Artis—Naples members and subscribers receive a discount on food and non-alcoholic beverages at select performances when showing their tickets.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Holiday Pops suitable for?
The program is described as a holiday tradition for audiences of all ages.
What will I hear at the performance?
The program brings together holiday carols, yuletide classics and contemporary seasonal favorites, performed by the Naples Philharmonic and choruses.
What food and drinks are available at Artis—Naples?
Heidi’s Place in Norris Garden offers beverages, snacks and food. For select performances, beverage bars are also available in the Hayes Hall lobby.
Where can I park, including if I need accessible parking?
For evening and weekend events, use campus spaces, partner lots across Ridgewood Drive, or specified Waterside Shops parking areas. Accessible spaces are near the Hayes Hall main entrance.
What should I know about bags and photography?
Bags may not exceed 14 by 14 by 4 inches, and bags are subject to search. Photography during live performances is not allowed unless announced otherwise.
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