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Hometown Holiday with the Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra

The Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Steven Karidoyanes, joins tenor Matthew Anderson and the PCIS Chorus for a festive musical celebration. The program includes holiday favorites like Winter Wonderland, selections from Handel's Messiah, and a tribute to the 80th anniversary of It's a Wonderful Life. The performance concludes with an Auld Lang Syne sing-along and the annual The March of the Toys parade.

What to Expect

Holiday orchestra concert featuring seasonal classics and a community toy drive parade.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Holiday music fans and families

Vibe

Festive and communal

Energy Level

Low

Budget

$$$

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

None

Location

Plymouth Memorial Hall
83 Court Street, Plymouth, MA
Plymouth, MA
02360

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Tickets $40 / $65 / $75 / $150. Tickets for Memorial Hall are subject to a $1 restoration fee per the Town of Plymouth. – Get tickets
  • Hours: Sat., Dec. 12: 3 PM and 7:30 PM; Sun., Dec. 13: 1 PM and 5 PM.

Tips & Advice

  • Bring an unwrapped gift so you can join The March of the Toys community parade of giving, which benefits the Children's Holiday Fund.
  • Choose your performance when you buy tickets, since there are two shows on Saturday and two on Sunday, each sold separately.
  • Learn the words to Auld Lang Syne before you go, because the concert ends with a sing-along and everyone joins in.
  • Expect a Town of Plymouth restoration fee to be added to each Memorial Hall ticket on top of the ticket price.

Special Events & Promotions

  • The concert marks the 80th anniversary of It's a Wonderful Life with music from the film's soundtrack.
  • Guest tenor Matthew Anderson sings Winter Wonderland, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas and selections from Handel's Messiah.
  • Bring an unwrapped gift to join The March of the Toys parade of giving for the Children's Holiday Fund.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What music is on the program?

The program includes holiday favorites and music from It's a Wonderful Life for the film's 80th anniversary. Tenor Matthew Anderson sings Winter Wonderland, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas and selections from Handel's Messiah. The concert ends with an Auld Lang Syne sing-along.

Who is performing?

The Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra plays under conductor Steven Karidoyanes. Tenor Matthew Anderson joins them, along with the PCIS Chorus directed by Jessica Fuller.

What is The March of the Toys?

It's the Phil's annual holiday parade. Bring an unwrapped gift to join the community parade of giving, which benefits the Children's Holiday Fund.

Does the audience get to sing?

Yes. The concert closes with an Auld Lang Syne sing-along.

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team