Hermitage Christmas Shows 2026

Guests step into a winter wonderland setting as featured country artists and special guests perform exclusively Christmas hits on the famous stage. The festive experience includes holiday photo ops and a special cameo appearance by Santa Claus. Visitors can also...

Guests can experience Charles Dickens' holiday tale brought to life in an intimate one-man theatrical performance by actor Dick Terhune. Throughout the show, Terhune embodies more than 30 distinct characters, transforming between Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim, and the holiday ghosts....

Choreographed and directed by Paul Vasterling, this holiday ballet takes audiences on a Nashville-inspired adventure filled with swirling snowflakes, whimsical wonders, and characters ranging from the Sugar Plum Fairy to the tiniest baby mouse. Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's iconic score is...

Amy Grant and Vince Gill return to the historic stage for their annual holiday concert residency. Guests experience a celebration of holiday favorites, heartfelt storytelling, and seasonal cheer spanning country, contemporary Christian, and Americana music. Past residency performances have featured...

Celebrate the holiday season with an annual Belmont University musical tradition. The performance showcases familiar carols, classical masterworks, world music, and seasonal favorites. Attendees can hear a wide array of musical groups, including the Symphony Orchestra, Bluegrass Ensemble, Jazz Band...

Audiences experience a grand holiday production featuring international dancers, gravity-defying acrobatics, magnificent costumes, and towering puppets. Set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, the performance transforms the stage into a festive celebration for the whole family.

Audience members experience a screening of the beloved holiday comedy classic while John Williams' score is performed live to picture by the Nashville Symphony. The story follows eight-year-old Kevin McCallister as he defends his home against two bungling thieves after...

Country vocal group Little Big Town brings their celebrated harmonies and holiday spirit to Nashville's historic Ryman Auditorium. Audiences will hear a festive blend of Christmas classics alongside the band's fan favorites. Guests can also opt to enhance their evening...

Brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone bring their acclaimed live holiday concert to the stage, combining contemporary Christian music, worship, and holiday classics. Audiences experience a spectacular live production featuring inspirational songs and seasonal favorites from the multi-Grammy-winning duo.

Audience members attend the live holiday production taping of CMA Country Christmas at The Fisher Center. Guests watch the performances from their selected theater seats.

Families can meet beloved characters from Nashville's Nutcracker and enjoy a shortened, interactive performance of the holiday ballet classic. The gathering includes arts, crafts, whimsical activities, and a professional photo opportunity. Guests can also enjoy festive punch, bubbly beverages, and...

Multi-Platinum singer-songwriter Michael W. Smith brings his Every Christmas concert tour to Nashville for a holiday performance designed for the whole family. Attendees can experience an evening focused on the joy and true meaning of the season. The show features...

Attendees experience a classical holiday concert blending orchestral music with theatrical staging. The performance showcases symphonic arrangements accompanied by five acclaimed sopranos from Broadway, London's West End, and global stages. The stage setting features thousands of flickering candles surrounded by...

Guests gather in the decorated Grand Barn for an evening or afternoon of holiday stories and musical favorites. David Alford presents his performance of Truman Capote's A Christmas Memory, accompanied by Paul Carrol Binkley's original music alongside a cast of...

Guests attend a live holiday concert presented by the Music City Chorus alongside guest performers. The internationally recognized men's ensemble performs a diverse repertoire of a cappella music and barbershop harmony. The event features reserved seating inside the performing arts...

Top 5 American Idol finalist and Grand Ole Opry performer Janelle Arthur takes the stage with her band and special guests for an annual holiday concert. The performance brings Nashville artists together for an evening of festive music and heartfelt...

Homeschool students explore the artistry and discipline of dance through interactive workshops, guided movement classes, and educational discussions led by professional artists. The kinesthetic learning program offers participants insight into the artistic process along with a behind-the-scenes look at Nashville's...

Triplet brothers Michael, Tom, and Joshua Lubben perform a folk concert alongside the First LaVergne Singers. The performance features traditional Christmas favorites, original holiday songs written by the brothers, and an accompanying dessert reception.

Visitors experience a night of clean stand-up comedy and storytelling designed for the whole family. Comedian Jeff Allen shares humor about marriage, parenting, aging, and everyday family life, delivering both fan-favorite routines and fresh holiday tour material.

Embark on an enchanting Music City Christmas Evening Cruise aboard the General Jackson Showboat. This holiday production features talented vocalists and dancers performing beloved Christmas classics and modern holiday hits. Enjoy a delicious dinner and breathtaking views as you cruise...

Celebrate the holiday season with the beloved 'Christmas at Belmont' tradition, a spectacular concert featuring over 600 student musicians. They will present a captivating program of carols, classical works, world music, and seasonal favorites, creating an unforgettable experience for all.

Experience Nashville's grandest Messiah, brought to life by the powerful Nashville Symphony and Chorus, joined by four extraordinary soloists. Celebrate the season with the resounding 'Hallelujah' Chorus and the passion, drama, and breathtaking beauty of this timeless masterpiece.

Prepare for a spectacular holiday show as the Trans-Siberian Orchestra brings their unique blend of progressive rock and symphonic music to Nashville. They are set to perform 'The Lost Christmas Eve,' the concluding chapter of their acclaimed Christmas trilogy, featuring...

The Franklin Theatre presents a festive holiday season filled with classic movies and captivating live performances. From beloved films like 'Elf' and 'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation' to musical talents such as Levi Kreis and the Glenn Miller Orchestra, there's entertainment...

Experience the timeless charm of Irving Berlin's White Christmas, a heartwarming musical that follows two WWII veterans as they team up with singing sisters for a holiday show. This nostalgic celebration of friendship, romance, and holiday cheer is perfect for...

Step into the festive spirit with Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn, a musical celebration of love, laughter, and the joy of the season. Follow the story of Jim and Linda as they navigate their dreams and relationships, all set to a...

Step behind the scenes of literary history with 'A Charles Dickens Christmas.' This captivating musical play follows a struggling author as he endeavors to write the Christmas story that will become a global phenomenon. With the help of his artistic...