Torrance Christmas Shows 2026

Visitors experience a holiday performance showcasing the seasonal traditions of Ireland through music, song, dance, and storytelling. Produced by Sligo fiddler Oisín Mac Diarmada, the show features traditional instruments including the Irish harp, concertina, uilleann pipes, bodhrán, and flute paired...

Audience members watch the Long Beach Ballet perform the classic holiday tale with a cast of over 200 accompanied by a full symphony orchestra. The production features grand stage spectacles, including a flying sleigh, a real live horse, onstage pyrotechnics,...

Conducted by Grant Gershon, the Los Angeles Master Chorale performs holiday carols and classics from around the world. The concert features 62 singers accompanied by piano and organ to celebrate the joy and hope of the season. Guests may also...

This family-friendly concert features lively classic holiday carols, sing-a-longs, and a guest performance by Youth Chorus LA, with piano and organ accompaniment. The event is hosted by two of Santa's helpers and conducted by Grant Gershon. Before the show, attendees...

Audiences experience a quick-paced, theatrical retelling of Charles Dickens' classic holiday story. Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by the ghosts of Christmases Past, Present, and Future, who show him the poverty of his miserly ways and the blessings that come with...

Delirium Musicum, a self-conducted chamber orchestra led by violinist and artistic director Étienne Gara, performs a classical holiday concert. The repertoire includes excerpts from The Nutcracker and Handel's Messiah, alongside other seasonal classical pieces. The performance takes place at Theatre...

Hosted by comedian Sean Leary, this holiday pop-up comedy showcase features headliners with television credits from HBO, Netflix, and Comedy Central. The 90-minute stand-up performance takes place inside The Cantina Room at Riviera Mexican Cantina. Audience members can order south-of-the-border...

Comedians and co-authors Andy Richter and Aaron Karo lead a discussion about their book detailing the making and oral history of the holiday film Elf. Attendees can listen to stories about the film's production and have their books signed by...

Audiences experience a narrated adaptation of Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet performed by Pacific Symphony and dancers from the American Ballet Theatre William J. Gillespie School. The performance follows Clara's journey to the Land of Sweets to meet the Mouse King, the...

Pacific Symphony presents an uplifting, holiday-ready classical concert under the baton of guest conductor Ruth Reinhardt in her debut. Pianist Joyce Yang performs Grieg's lyric Piano Concerto alongside Detlev Glanert's Three American Preludes – Prelude No. 1 and Dvořák's Sixth...

Singer-songwriter Cody Fry joins the Pacific Symphony and conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez for a festive holiday performance. Audiences hear holiday favorites reimagined with lush orchestral arrangements, rich harmonies, and Fry's signature cinematic sound. The performance also features image magnification displayed on...

Organist Todd Wilson joins members of the Pacific Symphony to perform a festive selection of sacred and holiday music alongside traditional organ works. The performance showcases the 4,322-pipe William J. Gillespie Concert Organ accompanied by brass, strings, woodwinds, and vocals....

San Pedro City Ballet presents its enchanting annual production of The Nutcracker, featuring Tchaikovsky’s timeless score. This beloved classic comes alive with dazzling choreography, breathtaking costumes, and stunning sets, transporting audiences to a world of wonder and holiday cheer. Join...

Discover 'A Nice Family Christmas,' a heartwarming holiday play presented by the Torrance Theatre Company. This engaging production follows a young reporter tasked with a last-chance story about his eccentric family during Christmas Eve. As family secrets and sibling rivalries...

Experience the magic of the holiday season with Dance! To Your Heart's Delight's 21st annual production of The Nutcracker. This beloved ballet, set to Tchaikovsky's iconic score, tells the enchanting story of Clara's Christmas Eve dream. Journey with her through...

Debbie Allen's Hot Chocolate Nutcracker brings a fresh, contemporary twist to the beloved holiday classic. This spectacular production features diverse choreography, original music from acclaimed artists, and breathtaking aerial arts. Journey through magical lands with engaging characters and a captivating...

Celebrate the 35th anniversary of the holiday favorite, Home Alone, with a special screening and a live, moderated interview with star Macaulay Culkin. Hear behind-the-scenes stories and insights from the actor who played Kevin McCallister. This event offers a nostalgic...

Experience the magic of Candlelight Christmas Concerts, where beloved holiday tunes are transformed into enchanting classical performances. These unique events take place in stunning, candlelit venues, creating an unforgettable atmosphere. Enjoy a diverse repertoire that blends traditional carols with contemporary...

Phil Wickham and Jon Reddick are bringing their Southern California Christmas Tour to Downey. This concert promises powerful nights of worship and a festive kickoff to the holiday season, featuring new songs and beloved hits. Don't miss this chance to...

Experience the magic of the holiday season with Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings. This enchanting concert features a talented string quartet performing beloved festive tunes within the historic Zanuck Theater at the legendary Fox Studio Lot. Immerse yourself in a...

Get into the holiday spirit with 'A Merry Rockin' Christmas,' a vibrant performance that blends classic Christmas cheer with a rock and roll energy. This show promises a unique and entertaining holiday experience, featuring the dynamic talents of Michael Cavanagh....

Join the San Pedro Masons for their Annual Family Christmas Party, featuring a delightful puppet show by the renowned Bob Baker Marionette Theater. This beloved event brings whimsical winter characters to life, including Rudolph and Santa Claus himself. Children can...

Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with Kalani Pe'a's 'Hawaiian Christmas' show. This 3-time Grammy-winning vocalist shares cherished songs and traditions, weaving together Western and Hawaiian holiday customs. Presented by HIC Lifestyle, this concert promises a warm and 'aloha'-filled celebration...

Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with "Carpenters Legacy: A Christmas Portrait." This enchanting performance brings the timeless music of The Carpenters to life, offering a festive celebration perfect for the season. Experience their iconic hits and beloved Christmas songs...