Orlando Christmas Shows and Holiday Concerts 2025
- Alastair Mac
- Nov 11, 2025
- 11 min read
Updated: Nov 16, 2025
There is a magical selection of shows and concerts throughout the holiday season in Orlando, and here at Gotta Go Orlando we've brought together all the best shows so you don't miss a thing!
During November and December, Orlando has many holiday shows and concerts, including live festive concerts, candlelight performances, and much loved outdoor community performances.
One of the many highlights this holiday season is a a sizzling line-up of festive performances at Dr Phiilips Center, including Orlando Ballets much loved The Nutcracker, while over at Orlando Family Stage, they will once again performA Charlie Brown Christmas: Live on Stage. A new, immersive cirque holiday show, POMP, SNOW & CIRQUEumstance debuts at Gaylord Palms Resort, while Athens Theatre presents Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn.
There is so many live performances throughout the holiday season in Orlando, you'll. be spoilt for choice! Stand out concerts include Lindsey Stirling: The Snow Waltz Tour, FOR KING + COUNTRY: A Drummer Boy Christmas — The Live Experience, Holiday Heartstrings: A CeCe Teneal Experience, Sarah Brightman: A Winter Symphony, Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve, Pentatonix: A Christmas in the City Tour and many more.
Orlando Christmas Shows & Holiday Concerts 2025
November 14 - January 4
Don't miss the new, immersive cirque holiday show at Gaylord Palms based on the popular POMP, SNOW & CIRQUEumstance storybook and TV special. Join three best friends as they share their remarkable talents and Christmas joy with the world. Experience gravity-defying circus acts, magic illusions, original music and showstopping costumes in this 35-minute Broadway-caliber holiday spectacle, where live performance meets animation creating a one-of-a-kind, high-flying adventure.
November 14 - December 20, Select Dates
Regional Premiere from The Winter Park Playhouse at Orlando Shakes! This upbeat musical comedy continues the escapades of beloved good ole country gals, The Honky Tonk Angels, as they reunite for a show at the Hillbilly Heaven Club in Nashville. With the holiday spirit in full force and a little bit of charming family drama, this joyful musical is full of popular holiday classics, a Motown Christmas medley, country hits like Dolly Parton's "Coat of Many Colors," fun comedy hits like "Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer" and much more!
November 15
Enjoy a holiday program that includes 15 musicians playing more than 20 instruments set against a backdrop of dazzling multimedia effects, capturing the spirit of the season in an immersive yet intimate setting at Dr Phillips Center.
November 21 - December 14, Select Dates
Celebrate the magic of Christmas with Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn—a heartwarming holiday treat packed with show-stopping dance numbers, dazzling costumes, and a treasure trove of timeless tunes. When Broadway performer Jim leaves the bright lights behind for a quiet Connecticut farmhouse, he ends up transforming his home into a seasonal inn, open only on the holidays. But with love in the air, rivalries heating up, and performances for every festivity, the holidays get a lot more exciting than he ever imagined. Featuring 20 beloved Irving Berlin classics—including “White Christmas,” “Happy Holiday,” “Blue Skies,” and “Cheek to Cheek”—this delightful musical delivers all the laughter, romance, and seasonal sparkle of a Christmas card come to life.
November 21 - 22
Sprinkle a little magic onto your holiday celebrations with Central Florida Ballet's world-renowned production. From snowflakes to sword fights to the Christmas tree that reaches the sky, A Christmas Nutcracker Tale boasts sophisticated pyrotechnics that highlight magical moments, fiber-optic technology that illuminates moving props and phosphorescent paint that accentuates scenic backdrops.
November 21
Join Dr Phillips Center for a hilarious evening of holiday cheer as we celebrate the timeless classic National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation with a special 35th anniversary screening followed by a conversation and Q&A. Be there as the film’s star and comedy legend Chevy Chase.
November 22
Orlando Community Arts presents Clare and the Chocolate Nutcracker, an original adaptation of the classic Nutcracker story at Dr Phillips Center. This holiday production captures the rich pageantry of holiday traditions with a flair that highlights the cultural diversity of Central Florida.
November 24
Ring in the season with UCF's Knights Season of Joy at Steinmetz Hall. This heartwarming concert features the magnificent UCF Choirs, weaving a tapestry of beautiful music to celebrate Thanksgiving and usher in the holiday spirit.
November 26 - December 24, Select Dates
The annual tradition continues at Orlando Shakes with the return of one of Central Florida’s favorite holiday classics! The miserly and miserable Ebenezer Scrooge greets each Christmas with a “bah humbug,” until he is visited by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. Come see this classic, heartwarming story at Orlando Shakes – a magical and musical spectacle for the whole family!
November 26 - December 23, Select Dates
After a nearly sold-out run in 2024 at Orlando Family Stage, this heartwarming holiday favorite is back to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of Peanuts and the 60th Anniversary of the animated television classic! Based on the Emmy- and Peabody Award-winning TV special that first aired in 1965, A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage brings the beloved Peanuts gang to life in a joyful adaptation filled with music, laughter, and timeless charm. Whether you are introducing your children to the Peanuts gang for the first time or reliving your own childhood memories, A Charlie Brown Christmas offers something special for every member of the family.
November 26
With her signature electronic violin in hand, the boundlessly creative Lindsey Stirling returns with an enchanting show to set off the holiday season. Be dazzled by this platinum-selling violinist and dancer as she performs a selection of holiday classics and original songs from her new album Snow Waltz in a dazzling show complete with stunning visuals.
November 28
CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE will captivate audiences in Lakeland at The RP Funding Center this holiday season with a brilliantly breathtaking holiday spectacular for the entire family. As the original cirque holiday theatrical event, this nationally acclaimed annual tradition wraps a Broadway-style production around awe-inspiring contemporary circus arts.
November 29
Fill your holidays with the sounds of the season as your Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra performs traditional carols and a blend of music magic from Hollywood at Dr. Phillips Center – Steinmetz Hall.
November 29
An Evening With Peter Billingsley and A Christmas Story comes to The Plaza Live. Get your tickets now!
December 1
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Tony and Grammy Award-winning artist Leslie Odom, Jr. returns to Dr Phillips Center for his 2025 Christmas Tour.
December 2 - 3
Four-time Grammy-winning duo, FOR KING + COUNTRY, is bringing their fan-favorite holiday spectacle, A Drummer Boy Christmas: The Live Experience to Walt Disney Theater for two nights only.
December 5 - 24
Orlando Ballet presents its annual holiday tradition The Nutcracker on stage at Steinmetz Hall. Step into a world of holiday magic with breathtaking battles, sparkling snowfalls, and larger-than-life sets in this unforgettable celebration of the season. Follow Clara’s enchanting journey through the Land of Sweets, filled with soaring choreography, dazzling costumes, and whimsical wonder. Enjoy family-friendly showtimes and pre-show children’s activities during select performances all December long. A cherished tradition returns—bigger, bolder, and more magical than ever.
December 5 - 7
Ring in the holiday season with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra at Judson's Live. Under the expert direction of JLCO trombonist and arranger Chris Crenshaw, this holiday spectacular brings new life to classic tunes.
December 5
“Cool Yule Band” is a group unlike any you’ve ever seen or heard. This band puts its own distinct spin on the music of “the most wonderful time of the year”. You will be as amazed as a child waking up to presents under the tree on Christmas morning when you hear these guys.
December 5
Glide into the magic of the season with this two-act ballet set in the enchanting world of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker. Presented by The Orlando Metropolitan Ballet Academy at Dr Phillips Center.
December 6
Featuring Xylophonist Heather Thorn and the Vivacity band with special guest Australian/NYC based saxophonist Adrian Cunningham. Vivacity brings you the ultimate holiday concert when you can sing and swing along to beloved holiday classics for all ages live at Blue Bamboo Center for the Arts.
December 6 - 7
Join the Orlando Philharmonic’s Brass Quintet at The Plaza Live as they capture the spirit of the season with this fun holiday story. Dance and sing along as musicians play their way through holiday favorites! It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season with family!
December 6
Enjoy a magical Christmas extravaganza at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts - Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater that will fill your heart with joy and laughter! This family-friendly show combines hilarious comedy, dazzling dance routines, heartwarming acting and beautiful singing all wrapped up in a festive holiday package. Perfect for children, family, friends and anyone looking to get into the holiday spirit, this production promises an evening of excitement and Christmas cheer.
December 7
92.3’s 4th Annual Jingle Jam is happening on Sunday, Dec. 7, at the Apopka Amphitheater! Jingle Jam features Scotty McCreery, Lauren Alaina, Ashley Cooke, Kameron Marlowe, Alexandra Kay, Shane Profitt, and Julia Cole.
December 7
Celebrate the season with the Orlando Jazz Orchestra’s Holiday Show at Blue Bamboo Center for the Arts! Enjoy an afternoon of festive favorites, including selections from Duke Ellington’s vibrant Nutcracker Suite and a variety of beloved holiday classics, all performed with a jazzy twist.
December 7
The world’s biggest-selling soprano and legendary Grammy Award-nominated artist Sarah Brightman returns to Dr Phillips Center with her new Christmas spectacle “A Winter Symphony” tour. Accompanied by orchestra, choir and special guests, this enchanting holiday show will feature Sarah performing many of her holiday classics and greatest hits.
December 13 - 14
Ring in the season with the program that captures hearts—and airwaves—across the country. Beloved by audiences and broadcast nationally each year, this cherished holiday concert features timeless carols, festive favorites, and the magic of the season brought to life by extraordinary performers.
December 13 - 14
Join the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) at The Plaza Live for an unforgettable evening as the chorus celebrates 35 fabulous years of harmony and inclusivity with their special 35th Anniversary Holiday Concert, Gay Bells Ring - Are You Listening?
December 13
Trans-Siberian Orchestra returns to Orlando's Kia Center with The Ghosts of Christmas Eve: The Best of TSO and more.
December 13
Central Florida’s electrifying strings super-group Violectric, led by “Vinylinist” Michelle Jones, will rock the holidays once again with the FREE 13th Annual Violectric Holiday Show at the Walt Disney Amphitheater at Lake Eola Park.
December 14
exuberant New York Collective as they light up the stage for their Judson’s Live debut. Hear vintage jazz and feel-good holiday classics all wrapped up in Svetlana’s signature sweet and sassy style.
December 14
Immerse yourself in the enchantment of Christmas with Vienna Light Orchestra’s Christmas Tour 2025 at Dr Phillips Center.
December 15
Join the Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) at Ritz Theater in Sanford for an unforgettable evening as the chorus celebrates 35 fabulous years of harmony and inclusivity with their special 35th Anniversary Holiday Concert, Gay Bells Ring - Are You Listening?
December 16 - 17
Best known and beloved as the current lead vocalist for Pink Martini, Storm Large brings her wicked charm and soaring voice in two evenings of cheeky holiday merriment at Judson's Live.
December 16
Christian music icon Michael W. Smith brings his Holiday Tour to The Plaza Live.
December 16
Pentatonix is bringing the Christmas in the City Tour to Kia Center on December 16!
December 18 - 21
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Orlando. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Christmas Carols on Strings at The Abbey under the gentle glow of candlelight.
December 19
Marcus Anderson and Rebecca Jade join together with musicians Tim George and Dave Reinhardt to share an evening of their holiday favorites and solo hits in their only Central Florida appearance at Blue Bamboo Center for the Arts.
December 20 - 21
The Winter Garden Heritage Foundation is thrilled to partner with Opera Orlando to present two powerful performances of "All Is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914" at the historic Garden Theatre on Plant Street.
December 20 - 21
Bask in the glow of beloved holiday songs and heartfelt love ballads. Performing music that tugs at the heartstrings, treasured soul singer CeCe Teneal returns with her captivating voice in two evenings of holiday hits and more at Judson's Live.
December 20
Duke Ellington’s Nutcracker Suite is a jazz masterpiece that has too often been forgotten as the genre evolves. This holiday season, the Matthew Chacon Jazz Orchestra (MCJO) is proud to bring it back to the spotlight with their powerful rendition—celebrating Ellington’s legacy and the timeless magic of The Nutcracker like never before at Timucua Arts Foundation.
December 21
Chase Padgett brings his prodigious talents as a singer, guitarist, comedian and storyteller to this six-stringed evening of Christmas spirit. Stuffed like a stocking with timeless Christmas music, this one-man show will strum up jolly cheer with jokes and tales about how Christmas changed Chase’s life forever. Live at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts - Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater.
December 21
A Drag Queen Christmas comes to Hard Rock Live Orlando. A Drag Queen Christmas returns for its 11th year, hosted by fan favorite Nina West and features a sparkling lineup of drag superstars from RuPaul’s Drag Race, All Stars, and beyond.
December 21
Matt Rogers is a Los Angeles based actor, comedian, writer, podcaster and television host. Catch him performing his Christmas Tour at The Plaza Live this December.
December 21
The Grand Floridian Society Orchestra for decades was a beloved musical ensemble performing at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa in Walt Disney World. Renowned for their classic swing, jazz, Disney tunes and popular standards, the orchestra provided an elegant and nostalgic soundtrack for resort guests Ctach their holiday concert at Blue Bamboo Center for the Arts.
December 24
Delight in an Irish Christmas Eve with this award-winning family band at Judson's Live.
December 30
Hear the golden age of jazz through the vintage vocals of former Postmodern Jukebox member and social media sensation, Stella Cole live at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts - Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater.
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