Cincinnati Christmas Shows 2026

The Nutcracker, a holiday ballet, is presented at the Cincinnati Museum Center within Union Terminal. The venue also houses the Cincinnati History Museum, Museum of Natural History & Science, and The Children's Museum, offering workshops and educational programs.

'A Cozy Christmas' features the Queen City Cabaret performing carols that evoke vintage TV specials and fireplaces.

Prepare for an outrageously funny and brilliantly inventive show from the acclaimed duo James & Jamesy. When their Christmas tea party floods with tea, they embark on a jolly aquatic escapade. Hailed as 'a child’s imagination on steroids,' this performance...

Brown Memorial Chapel hosts a theatrical reading of Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol' in a candlelit setting. The event, a collaboration with the Ball Family Chaplain, supports the Jefferson County House of Hope. Attendees may bring non-perishable food or hygiene items.

Step into a world of wonder with Cincinnati Ballet's "The Nutcracker." Follow Clara's enchanting adventure as her dreams unfold in the magical Land of Sweets, all set to Tchaikovsky's beloved score performed live by the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. This spectacular...

The Nutcracker ballet performance brings Tchaikovsky's score to life through choreography and storytelling.