Christmas Shows Near Hillside 2026

Experience the magic of Charles Dickens' timeless classic, 'A Christmas Carol,' at the Perelman Performing Arts Center. This Tony Award-winning production offers a uniquely intimate and immersive staging, filled with merriment, holiday cheer, and 12 cherished carols. Follow Ebenezer Scrooge's...

Canadian Brass Christmas with Canadian Brass takes place at NJPAC, featuring the internationally acclaimed quintet. For over four decades, they have blended holiday carols and classics. This afternoon concert offers musicianship, banter, and family entertainment.

Cirque Dreams Holidaze, a circus show with Broadway elements, is reimagined for 2026. The performance includes aerial acts, juggling, acrobatics, singers, and dancers.

The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine performs 'The Nutcracker' ballet. This production features hand-painted sets and over 200 costumes, set to Tchaikovsky's score. It is suitable for all ages.

The New Jersey Youth Symphony presents 'Two Nutcrackers,' featuring Tchaikovsky’s 'The Nutcracker Suite' and Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn’s jazz reimagining. The NJYS Youth Orchestra also performs works by Coleridge-Taylor, Rachmaninoff, and Humperdinck.

'The Polar Express' is shown in its original 35mm format. A holiday organ concert and a meeting with Santa are offered before the film.

"Santa's Circus" is a Christmas-themed production featuring stunts, magic, and comedy. Families can meet Christmas characters and write letters to Santa with Mrs. Claus.

Jim Henson's 'Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas,' with music by Paul Williams, tells the story of Emmet and his Ma entering a talent contest. Attendees are encouraged to wear pajamas and enjoy free popcorn and a pre-movie craft.

World Ballet Company presents The Nutcracker, a ballet following Marie's Christmas Eve journey with her Nutcracker. The production features 40 dancers, over 150 costumes, and sets.

A holiday-themed murder mystery dinner transforms a festive celebration into a crime scene. Guests mingle with characters to gather clues and solve the whodunnit. A buffet dinner is included.

Trinity Lutheran Church presents a concert of Christmas music, featuring Handel's Messiah and other holiday favorites. A chamber orchestra and choir perform baroque and classical music, including the Christmas portion of Messiah and the Hallelujah Chorus. Carols and festive tunes...

PAC NYC stages a Tony Award-winning adaptation of Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol' by Jack Thorne and Matthew Warchus, featuring staging, storytelling, and carols.

Krampus' Holiday Party – A Christmas Comedy Competition 2026 centers around a theme where Santa sends those on the Naughty List to Krampus instead of giving them coal.

Vivace Arts Collective presents an intimate holiday performance at Chelsea Table & Stage, featuring reimagined carols and cabaret. The evening blends classic holiday melodies with theatrical sparkle, offering a unique take on seasonal songs and stories.

Broadway performer Clinton Roane presents 'My Kind of Christmas' at Chelsea Table + Stage. The holiday concert explores his Christmas memories through songs and traditions. Special guests join Roane for an evening of music and stories.

Broadway star Alton Fitzgerald White performs his holiday show "Christmas Time Is Here" at Chelsea Table + Stage on December 11th and 18th. White, known for his role in "The Lion King," will sing holiday classics.

Sinatra's Christmas Birthday Bash celebrates Frank Sinatra's birthday. Michael Martocci, a Sinatra tribute artist, performs with an orchestra playing original orchestrations. The Duprees will also perform romantic hits. Brandon Tomasello, Zach Taglioli, Victoria Taylor, and Patsy Palma offer special performances.

The Chelsea Symphony presents a holiday concert featuring classical and jazz-inspired works. The program includes selections from Prokofiev, Cécile Chaminade, William Grant Still, Duke Ellington, Billy Strayhorn, Leroy Anderson, and Aaron Dai.

Chelsea Table & Stage features Simona Smirnova and Alec Hutson performing a multicultural musical program. Their set includes Christmas melodies and original songs inspired by Eastern European folklore, jazz, and pop.

Experience the magic of the holiday season with Candlelight Christmas Concerts in New York. These enchanting events feature talented musicians performing beloved Christmas carols and classical holiday music in stunning, candlelit venues. It's a perfect way to immerse yourself in...

Experience the enchantment of 'Twas the Night Before... by Cirque du Soleil, returning to The Theater at MSG for a limited holiday engagement. This captivating show brings the classic poem to life with stunning acrobatics, whimsical characters, and a heartwarming...

Get ready for a magical holiday experience as The Muppet Christmas Carol is shown in its original 35mm format. This special screening brings the beloved story of Ebenezer Scrooge and his spectral visitors to life with the charm and warmth...

Step back in time with Peter Noone and Herman's Hermits for 'An Old English Christmas.' This iconic 60s band will perform their legendary hits alongside a festive holiday playlist. Prepare for a night of nostalgic music and seasonal cheer.

Immerse yourself in the magic of the holiday season with Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings. This enchanting concert features the Highline String Quartet performing a festive program of beloved Christmas carols, all illuminated by the warm glow of candlelight. It's...

Embark on a journey with 'The Christmas Schooner,' a musical inspired by the true story of Chicago's first Christmas tree ship. This heartwarming production follows a brave captain who navigates treacherous winter weather to deliver trees to homesick immigrant families,...

This beloved musical adaptation of Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol' returns for its 17th smash year. Follow Ebenezer Scrooge's transformative journey as he is visited by four ghosts, revealing his past, present, and future. Will he find the holiday spirit...

Prepare for a magical holiday kickoff as America's favorite power-violinist, Lindsey Stirling, graces the stage with 'The Snow Waltz Tour.' Experience her signature blend of virtuosic violin performance, captivating dance, and dazzling spectacle. Stirling will ring in the season with...

Experience the magic of Nimbus Dance's Jersey Nutcracker, a unique holiday performance set to Tchaikovsky's score. This adaptation features two Jersey kids on a city adventure, filled with battles, friendship, and exquisite dancing. Dazzling sets and animated projections by local...

Experience a re-imagined holiday classic with The Brooklyn Nutcracker, a captivating performance that fuses ballet, hip-hop, and global dance genres. This unique production celebrates Brooklyn's cultural mosaic, transforming familiar characters and scenes into a modern family tradition. Journey through enchanting...

Experience the magic of the holidays with Cherish the Ladies' Celtic Christmas concert. This acclaimed ensemble brings their forty years of Irish tradition to life with a special matinee performance. They blend classic carols with unique Celtic instrumentation, beautiful harmonies,...

Experience a heartwarming Christmas concert filled with festive melodies and holiday cheer. This event promises a delightful musical journey celebrating the spirit of the season. Join them for an evening of enchanting performances that will fill your heart with joy...

Experience the magic of the Christmas season at Assumption Catholic Church with a special concert by the esteemed Choir 'Boyan'. They also host traditional caroling and a Parish Holy Supper on Julian calendar Christmas Eve. Visitors can admire the beautifully...

The New Jersey Festival Orchestra presents a captivating holiday concert series throughout late 2025 and early 2026. Experience enchanting evenings with performances like 'Romance in the Mansion,' featuring a chamber ensemble, and the popular 'Return of the Holiday Tenors.' Ring...