Cleveland Ballet showcases the jewel in their season as the company returns to the Connor Palace Theatre this winter with their glorious take on the holiday favorite. Prepare to be swept up in E.T.A. Hoffman's classic Christmas tale, complete with choreography from Artistic Director and co-founder Gladisa Guadalupe, set to Tchaikovsky's glittering score. Alongside wonderful sets and sparkling costumes, join Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they set off on an unforgettable adventure, one that'll have the whole family entranced from the opening scene!

Re-discover the magic of Dr. Seuss' classic holiday tale as it comes to life on stage. Originally conceived by the three-time Tony Award winning Director Jack O'Brien, the whimsical world of Whoville is beautifully brought to life in this delightfully funny musical. Featuring the hit songs 'You're A Mean One Mr. Grinch' and 'Welcome Christmas', this beloved tale comes to life on stage in a magical production for the entire family... well, probably best to leave your own four-legged family members at home!

Glenn Miller Orchestra has been consistently touring since forming in 1956, and now is your chance to witness one of the most popular bands in the world as they present their beloved holiday tour, In The Christmas Mood! The band's unique jazz sound and arrangement make them highly sought after, even more so now that they're bringing a night of festive nostalgia and swing.

The Cleveland Pops Orchestra has a Christmas concert to whet your festive whistle as they bring the holiday cheer with the Jingle Bell Jamboree! Featuring a variety of holiday favorites, classical festive fancies, carols and modern Christmas hits, this year's Jamboree will bring a smile to everyone - even the biggest Scrooge you know!

It's time to jingle those bells and turn your air guitar all the way up to eleven, because the Wizard of Winter are coming! Creating a monumental sound that's equal parts classical music and progressive rock, the Wizards produce a huge scale Xmas spectacular much in the tradition of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra.

Come together this holiday season as the legendary Beatles tribute RAIN presents A Beatles Christmas Tribute! Together longer than The Beatles themselves, RAIN has mastered every song, gesture and nuance of the legendary group, delivering a totally live, note-for-note performance that's as infectious as it is transporting. Includes the early hits to later classics that The Beatles never got the chance to play live - including the most complex and challenging songs.

What better way to get the family together and celebrate the holiday season, than with the world's greatest variety show! With jaw-dropping, breathtaking circus acts of A Magical Cirque Christmas, you'll be transported to the golden age which is filled with stunning costumes, extraordinary talent and more.

Celebrate Christmas in style with smooth jazz aficionado Dave Koz! Although he's Jewish, Koz loves the festive season and all the trimmings that come with it, so much so that he released a Yuletide album entitled "The 25th Of December" in 2014. The classy compilation features contemporary covers of classics and carols like The First Noel and Let It, Snow!

The Cleveland Orchestra is joined by The Cleveland Orchestra Chorus and soloists for Handel's 1741 masterpiece, raising the roof of Morton Mandel Concert Hall from December 4 - 6.

The Queens of Christmas return for 2025 with another holiday spectacular for everyone, naughty or nice! Making the yuletide gay since 2018, this glorious collaboration from two of RuPaul's DragRace's most glittering alumni is the perfect tonic for the hysteria of the holiday season, with boozy holiday cheer infused with good old razzle-dazzle song and dance numbers, copious amounts of eggnog and classic carols with a cheeky drag twist. If you're Nutcracker-phobic then this double act has your alternative holiday entertainment sorted. Jinkx will spice things up and Dela will cover them in sugar!

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and that can only mean one thing: the welcome return of Aimee Mann & Ted Leo Christmas Show. Join Mannn, Leo, and a host of guest stars from music and comedy, including Paul F. Tompkins, Nellie McKa,y and Josh Gondelman, for a night of festive frivolity - a holiday tradition since 2006!

Featuring spectacular sets and beautifully costumed dancers, the Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet is an annual treat for the whole family. Whimsical and imaginative storytelling blends with the richness of classical dance, dazzling costumes, soaring birds, giant puppets and a grand stage design to make this particular Nutcracker a unique holiday treat not to be missed!

Penny-pinching and bad-tempered old miser Ebenezer Scrooge goes on the adventure of his life, from his past to his present and beyond and learns that the value of gold will never equal that of genuine love for his fellow men. The Great Lakes Theatre production of the classic holiday tale comes to the Ohio Theatre in 2025 with its beloved characters and message of compassion, love, and kindness, and of course, Christmas spirit!

The beloved Cleveland Christmas tradition returns to the Allen Theatre this year, spreading festive cheer from November 30 - December 22! A fantastic holiday outing for all the family to enjoy!