Illustration of a small orchestra playing on a garland-decked stage with a conductor and an audience (Handel's Messiah & Holiday Pops)
Christmas Shows

Handel's Messiah & Holiday Pops

This festive family concert features the South Florida Symphony Chorus and guest vocalists performing Part 1 of Handel’s Messiah, culminating in the triumphant 'Hallelujah' chorus. The program opens with Holiday Pops selections, including Josh Groban’s 'You Raise Me Up' and music from Disney’s Frozen. Attendees can also participate in a joyful Christmas sing-along.

Dec 5 – Dec 6, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Dec 5: 7:30 PM; Dec 6: 4:00 PM.

Location

Fort Lauderdale, FL Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and fans of holiday music

Vibe

Festive and uplifting

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Low

Tips & Advice

  • If you're buying a 2026/27 season subscription, call 954-522-8445 and add Messiah to it to save on single tickets.
  • Bring the kids, because this family concert includes music from Frozen and a Christmas sing-along the audience joins in on.
  • If the Saturday evening show at The Parker doesn't fit your plans, go to the Sunday afternoon performance in Miami Shores instead.
  • Call the right box office number: 954.462.0222 for The Parker in Fort Lauderdale and 954.522.8445 for the Miami Shores show.

Special Events & Promotions

  • There's a second performance on Sunday afternoon at Broad Center at Barry University in Miami Shores.
  • Subscribers save on single Messiah tickets when they add the concert to a 2026/27 season subscription.

Links & Contact

Run by South Florida Symphony Orchestra

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who performs in the concert?

The South Florida Symphony Orchestra performs with the South Florida Symphony Chorus and four guest soloists: Mary Feminear (soprano), Alissa Anderson (mezzo-soprano), Christopher W. Waite (tenor) and Neil Nelson (bass-baritone).

How much of Handel's Messiah is performed?

Part 1, the Christmas portion, finishing with the "Hallelujah" chorus.

Is it a good concert for kids?

Yes. It's billed as a family concert, and the Holiday Pops half includes music from Disney's Frozen and a Christmas sing-along.

What's in the Holiday Pops part of the program?

The concert opens with Holiday Pops. Guest vocalists sing holiday classics and inspirational songs, including Josh Groban's "You Raise Me Up" and music from Frozen, and there's a Christmas sing-along.

How do I get tickets?

Buy online, or call 954.462.0222 for the show at The Parker in Fort Lauderdale. For the show at Broad Center at Barry University in Miami Shores, call 954.522.8445.

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