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Best Shows in December 2024

Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas Eve at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse

Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas Eve

The Trans-Siberian Orchestra is hitting the road once again in 2024, bringing their electrifying holiday rock opera to audiences across North America. To mark the 20th anniversary of their fourth studio album, The Lost Christmas Eve, the progressive metal group will perform 109 shows throughout November and December. Join them for a festive celebration that spans over two decades of Christmas magic! Along with The Lost Christmas Eve, fans can expect some of the band's greatest hits, making it clear why audiences keep coming back year after year.

A Christmas Carol at Ohio Theater

A Christmas Carol

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 returns to the Hanna Theatre once more in 2024 with its beloved characters and message of compassion, love and kindness and of course, Christmas spirit!

Christmas with CS Lewis at Hanna Theatre

Christmas with CS Lewis

Nearly everyone knows the name C.S. Lewis, and if they don't, they surely know of the epic tale of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. Lewis spawned a world that would remain a firm favorite for decades to come. Originated by actor David Payne and Bird and Baby Productions Christmas with C.S Lewis is one the company's leading productions in a history that has seen over 1000 performances worldwide.

Cleveland Ballet - The Nutcracker at Connor Palace Theater

Cleveland Ballet - The Nutcracker

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!

Cleveland Pops Orchestra - A Jolly Holiday with the Pops at Connor Palace Theater

Cleveland Pops Orchestra - A Jolly Holiday with the Pops

Join the Cleveland Pops Orchestra for a festive treat, featuring an appearance from the big man in red! In a joyful performance alongside the Cleveland Pops Chorus, head down to the concert hall to sing along with a selection of carols and Christmas classics old and new, and witness a sensational troupe of dancing Santas! As well as that, in the lobby local shelters will be bringing some adorable puppies and kittens which are currently up for adoption, and you can even meet the real Santa!

Jim Brickman at Hanna Theatre

Jim Brickman

Jim Brickman hits the road for the holiday season once again! Join the talented musician as he weaves together contemporary and traditional holiday favorites, plus all his legendary hits! Enjoy an unforgettable night with Jim Brickman this Christmas - it's a holiday MUST!

The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight at Mandel Concert Hall

The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight

Rock meets classical in this soul-stirring concert experience that fuses the best in rock and heavy metal with a talented chamber orchestra and a whole lotta candles! In this evocative setting, you'll be treated to hits from the greats, from Led Zepplin to Metallica, Rage Against The Machine to pop's heavy hitters, presented in breathtaking new classical arrangements.

Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet at Music Hall Cleveland

Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet

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!

The Hip Hop Nutcracker at Connor Palace Theater

The Hip Hop Nutcracker

What do you get when you combine the elegant holiday score of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker and a DJ with pin-sharp contemporary hip hop dance? This hit show mashes up two very American icons into a stunning production that has met with rave reviews since its 2014 Washington debut. Don't miss it live this year when the tour dances its way to you!

A Motown Christmas at Lorain Palace Theatre

A Motown Christmas

Inject some groove, soul, and rhythm into your festivities this holiday season with A Motown Christmas'! Created by BPE Productions, the perennially popular concert spectacular showcases the astonishing vocal talents of a world-class ensemble comprised of members from legendary Motown outfits The Temptations, The Miracles and The Contours.

Dave Koz Christmas Tour at Connor Palace Theater

Dave Koz Christmas Tour

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!

Pentatonix at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse

Pentatonix

Ring in the holiday season with three-time Grammy winners Pentatonix! The four-piece who found success through NBC's The Sing-Off, have been at the forefront of the recent a capella revival. With record-breaking albums behind them, the kings and queen of acapella jingle across the country on their 'Hallelujah! It's a Christmas Tour!'.

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