Ann Arbor Christmas Shows 2026

Audiences experience Handel's enduring oratorio, featuring stirring arias, evocative chorales, and the jubilant “Hallelujah” chorus. Conductor Scott Hanoian leads the performance, brought to life by the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra, the UMS Choral Union, and featured vocal soloists. The long-standing...

Guests experience live holiday music performed by the Listeso String Quartet inside a church setting illuminated by thousands of candles. The ensemble plays arrangements of festive favorites, including Carol of the Bells, Joy to the World, and O Holy Night....

Guests gather to celebrate the season with a live concert presented by Detroit Chamber Winds & Strings. The ensemble performs a program of holiday favorites led by guest conductor Damien Crutcher. The concert also features a performance by the Ann...

This contemporary dance spectacle remixes the classic holiday story by fusing hip hop choreography with Tchaikovsky's timeless music. Directed and choreographed by Jennifer Weber, the production features a powerhouse cast of a dozen dancers, an on-stage DJ, and a violinist....

Celebrate the holidays with an afternoon of live brass band music. The Motor City Brass Band is joined by the award-winning Motor City Academy Brass Band for an energetic holiday program. Audience members also have the opportunity to vote on...

Guests can celebrate the holiday season with a bright musical performance filled with warmth, energy, and cheer. The program showcases a festive repertoire ranging from classic carols to seasonal favorites.

Prepare to be enchanted by 'The Nutcracker Ballet,' a timeless holiday spectacle. This beloved performance features stunning choreography and a live score performed by the Dearborn Symphony Orchestra. It's a magical journey perfect for families looking to immerse themselves in...

The Dearborn Symphony presents 'Let the Holidays Begin,' a free concert of holiday music. Concert ticket holders receive complimentary entry to the Festival of Trees.

Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with the Detroit Chamber Winds & Strings' 'Holiday Brass: Bloomfield Hills' performance. This cherished tradition features a captivating program of festive brass and choral favorites, led by the acclaimed guest conductor Scott Boerma. The...