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Holiday Performances and Shows

in and around Columbus Ohio

November 21, 2023

Check out these Special Holiday-themed performances and shows. Living in the Columbus area means great entertainment is just a short drive away! Some of these shows run most of the month of December and some just a few days! Check out the details so you don't miss a thing. And please remember to check back often - we'll be updating frequently and giving away tickets to some of these shows!



The holiday season in Columbus is about to get a whole lot merrier as the Columbus Symphony Orchestra brings the magic of the season to the iconic Ohio Theatre. With dazzling decorations, enchanting melodies, and plenty of seasonal cheer, the Columbus Symphony's "Holiday Pops" is a cherished holiday tradition, perfect for the entire family!

Join in the holiday festivities with the Columbus Symphony and create memories that’ll last a lifetime! Purchase Tickets HERE

Friday, December 1

8:00pm

Saturday, December 2

3:00pm

  2PM Pre-concert Activities/3PM Concert

Sunday, December 3

3:00pm

  2PM Pre-concert Activities/3PM Concert

  The holiday magic doesn't stop there! Families are encouraged to arrive early to participate in free pre-concert activities. Let your creativity shine with Christmas tree ornament making, snowflake beading, and crafting your own reindeer headbands, starting at 2pm.

  After the concerts, continue your holiday adventure in “Winter Wonderland.” Write letters to Santa and even take a FREE photo with the man in the red suit himself!



The Miracles & Magic Foundation, a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization committed to creating unforgettable moments for children with life-threatening illnesses and those facing medical and physical challenges, is thrilled to announce the December 16th, 2023, twentieth-anniversary and first-ever Holiday Magic Spectacular at the Lincoln Theater in Columbus, Ohio.  

Saturday, December 16

1:00pm and 5:00pm

Home Alone- Free Screening

Tuesday, November 21

A Christmas Carol

Friday, November 24- Saturday, December 23

Home for the Holidays

Wednesday, November 29- Sunday, December 3

Mr.Scrooge: The Musical

Friday, December 1-Saturday, December 23

New Albany Children's Ballet: The Nutcracker

Friday, December 1- Sunday, December 10

Wonderment

Saturday, December 2

Pentatonix

Saturday, December 2

Columbus Children's Theatre- A Christmas Carol

Sunday, December 3

Music at St. Mary presents- Village Lights of German Village

Sunday, December 3

Winterfest

Wednesday, December 6

The Hip Hop Nutcracker

Thursday, December 7

Balletmet: The Nutcracker

Thursday, December 7- Saturday, December 23

A Christmas Concert with Quan Howell

Friday, December 8

Dave Koz and Friends Christmas Tour 2023

Friday, December 8

The Ebony Nutcracker

Saturday, December 9- Sunday, December 10

Elf in Concert

Saturday, December 9- Sunday, December 10

Elvis, Christmas with the King

Saturday, December 9

A Christmas Carol

Thursday, December 14- Saturday, December 23

Holiday Spectacular at Faith Memorial Church

Friday, December 15

Jim Brickman

Friday, December 15

Santa and the Symphony

Saturday, December 16

Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland

Saturday, December 16

Christmas for the Generations: A Holiday Spectacular

Saturday, December 16

Holiday!

Saturday, December 16- Sunday, December 17

Straight No Chaser: Sleighin' It Tour

Saturday, December 16

Holiday Spectacular

Sunday, December 17

Merry TubaChristmas Columbus

Monday, December 18

Balletmet: My First Nutcracker

Wednesday, December 20- Thursday, December 21

Cirque Dreams Holidaze

Friday, December 22- Saturday, December 23

Christmas Jazz Fest

Friday, December 22

Harlem Globetrotters

Wednesday, December 27

Swingin' in the New Year

Friday, December 29

Trans-Siberian Orchestra- The Ghosts of Christmas Eve

Saturday, December 30


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Do you know of a performance or show we missed? Email heathers@macaronikid.com with the details.