There are several great Ann Arbor Christmas Shows each December. There are several plays/musicals, concerts, and of course Nutcracker ballets. Attending one of the Ann Arbor Holiday Shows is a great family tradition. Below is a list of all of the Ann Arbor Christmas Performances.
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Ann Arbor Holiday Performances range from single performance shows to shows that run through the whole season. There are also shows in Ann Arbor, Saline, Chelsea, Dexter, and more. As always, if I missed any performances, let me know in the comments or on Facebook.
If you’re looking for a Nutcracker ballet, they are included below. They are also available in our Nutcracker performances.
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Featured Ann Arbor Christmas Shows
Disclosure: These performances have paid for increased exposure
Randazzo Dance Company’s The Nutcracker
Celebrate the holiday season with this delightful rendition of the beloved holiday classic, with guest dancers from THE BOSTON BALLET and Michael Lee as Drosselmeyer. Randazzo Dance Company’s 51st annual The Nutcracker runs December 21-22 at the Power Center.
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All Ann Arbor Christmas Shows:
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
?Holiday Tree Lighting
Northfield Township Area Library – 125 Barker Rd Whitmore Lake
Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm
Cost: Free
Join Northfield Township Library for their annual tree lighting.There will be music from the Whitmore Lake High School Band and a visit from Santa.Register for the event in advance.
Thursday, December 5, 2019
?A Christmas Carol
Morris Lawrence Building – 4800 E. Huron River Dr Ann Arbor
Time: 10:00am
Cost: $15/Adult, $12/Child
Based on the novel by Charles Dickens and adapted for Wild Swan by Jeff Duncan with original music by composer Tom Schnauber, Wild Swan's version of this wonderful holiday classic has been created especially for family audiences. A Christmas Carol tells of the astonishing transformation of miserly old Ebeneezer Scrooge…read more
?Saline Area Players presents “A Fairy Tale Christmas Carol “
Fifth Corner – 211 Willis Rd Saline
Time: 7:30pm-9:00pm
Cost: $6
In this show, the well-loved Dickens' tale (A Christmas Carol) gets a new look as it is populated with familiar fairy tale characters such as the Big Bad Wolf (as Ebeneezer Scrooge), Prince Charming and Cinderella (as Mr. and Mrs.Crachit), and the Fairy Godmother, Old King Cole, and Queen of…read more
Friday, December 6, 2019
?A Christmas Carol
Morris Lawrence Building – 4800 E. Huron River Dr Ann Arbor
Time: 10:00am
Cost: $15/Adult, $12/Child
Based on the novel by Charles Dickens and adapted for Wild Swan by Jeff Duncan with original music by composer Tom Schnauber, Wild Swan's version of this wonderful holiday classic has been created especially for family audiences. A Christmas Carol tells of the astonishing transformation of miserly old Ebeneezer Scrooge…read more
?A Christmas Carol
Morris Lawrence Building – 4800 E. Huron River Dr Ann Arbor
Time: 12:30pm
Cost: $15/Adult, $12/Child
Based on the novel by Charles Dickens and adapted for Wild Swan by Jeff Duncan with original music by composer Tom Schnauber, Wild Swan's version of this wonderful holiday classic has been created especially for family audiences. A Christmas Carol tells of the astonishing transformation of miserly old Ebeneezer Scrooge…read more
?Saline Area Players presents “A Fairy Tale Christmas Carol “
Fifth Corner – 211 Willis Rd Saline
Time: 7:30pm-9:00pm
Cost: $6
In this show, the well-loved Dickens' tale (A Christmas Carol) gets a new look as it is populated with familiar fairy tale characters such as the Big Bad Wolf (as Ebeneezer Scrooge), Prince Charming and Cinderella (as Mr. and Mrs.Crachit), and the Fairy Godmother, Old King Cole, and Queen of…read more
Saturday, December 7, 2019
?A Christmas Carol
Morris Lawrence Building – 4800 E. Huron River Dr Ann Arbor
Time: 2:00pm
Cost: $15/Adult, $12/Child
Based on the novel by Charles Dickens and adapted for Wild Swan by Jeff Duncan with original music by composer Tom Schnauber, Wild Swan's version of this wonderful holiday classic has been created especially for family audiences. A Christmas Carol tells of the astonishing transformation of miserly old Ebeneezer Scrooge…read more
?Ballet Chelsea's The Nutcracker
Chelsea High School – 740 N. Freer Rd Chelsea
Time: 2:00pm-4:00pm
Cost: $10-30
Ballet Chelsea proudly presents its 22nd Annual performance of The Nutcracker, a Christmas Eve tale about a young girl named Marie and her magical journey to the enchanted Kingdom of Sweets. Choreographed by Artistic Director Wendi DuBois, the Ballet Chelsea company artists and the Jackson Symphony Orchestra musicians will come…read more
?Saline Area Players presents “A Fairy Tale Christmas Carol “
Fifth Corner – 211 Willis Rd Saline
Time: 3:30pm-5:00pm
Cost: $6
In this show, the well-loved Dickens' tale (A Christmas Carol) gets a new look as it is populated with familiar fairy tale characters such as the Big Bad Wolf (as Ebeneezer Scrooge), Prince Charming and Cinderella (as Mr. and Mrs.Crachit), and the Fairy Godmother, Old King Cole, and Queen of…read more
Sunday, December 8, 2019
?A Christmas Carol
Morris Lawrence Building – 4800 E. Huron River Dr Ann Arbor
Time: 2:00pm
Cost: $15/Adult, $12/Child
Based on the novel by Charles Dickens and adapted for Wild Swan by Jeff Duncan with original music by composer Tom Schnauber, Wild Swan's version of this wonderful holiday classic has been created especially for family audiences. A Christmas Carol tells of the astonishing transformation of miserly old Ebeneezer Scrooge…read more
?Ballet Chelsea's The Nutcracker
Chelsea High School – 740 N. Freer Rd Chelsea
Time: 2:00pm-4:00pm
Cost: $10-30
Ballet Chelsea proudly presents its 22nd Annual performance of The Nutcracker, a Christmas Eve tale about a young girl named Marie and her magical journey to the enchanted Kingdom of Sweets. Choreographed by Artistic Director Wendi DuBois, the Ballet Chelsea company artists and the Jackson Symphony Orchestra musicians will come…read more
?Tuba Christmas
Ann Arbor Farmers Market – 315 Detroit St Ann Arbor
Time: 2:00pm-3:00pm
Cost: Free
Tuba Christmas returns to the Ann Arbor Farmers Market.Dozens of tuba and euphonium players will be playing Christmas favorites for a holiday sing along.
?Classical Bells Concert
Downtown Branch of AADL – 343 South Fifth Avenue Ann Arbor
Time: 3:30pm-4:30pm
Cost: Free
Classical Bells returns to the Library for their annual concert. Founded in 1983, Classical Bells is noted for bringing music to life with their unique interpretative style, a technique they call “ringing in color.”™ Their eclectic programming, combined with sensitive musical interpretation, technical skill, informal choreography, and a dash of humor, gives them the well-deserved…read more
?Saline Area Players presents “A Fairy Tale Christmas Carol “
Fifth Corner – 211 Willis Rd Saline
Time: 3:30pm-5:00pm
Cost: $6
In this show, the well-loved Dickens' tale (A Christmas Carol) gets a new look as it is populated with familiar fairy tale characters such as the Big Bad Wolf (as Ebeneezer Scrooge), Prince Charming and Cinderella (as Mr. and Mrs.Crachit), and the Fairy Godmother, Old King Cole, and Queen of…read more
?33rd Annual Ann Arbor Youth Chorale Winter Concert!
Bethlehem United Church of Christ – 423 S. Fourth Avenue Ann Arbor
Time: 4:00pm-5:30pm
Cost: $10 adult (18+); $5 youth and seniors (65+)
Ann Arbor Youth Chorale presents their 33rd Annual Winter Concert on Sunday, December 8! Come be delighted by the sounds of seasonal tunes performed by the Chorale's two distinguished youth choirs - the Descant Choir and Concert Choir, under the direction of Shayla Powell and Bonnie Kidd. The Ann Arbor…read more
Thursday, December 12, 2019
?Home for Christmas
Morris Lawrence Building – 4800 E. Huron River Dr Ann Arbor
Time: 7:30pm-9:00pm
Cost: Free
Ypsilanti Community Choir & Depot Town Big Band present their annual holiday concert - Home for Christmas
?The Ebird & Friends Holiday Show
The Ark – 316 S. Main St Ann Arbor
Time: 8:00pm
Cost: $25
Join The Ragbirds for their 12th Annual Holiday Show. Frontwoman "Ebird" (Erin Zindle) grew to love music during Christmas each year and hosts a concert with friends. This year’s cast includes Alex Holycross (The Native Howl), Graham Parsons (The Go Rounds), Mark Lavengood, Carolyn Striho, Anne Heaton, Brad Philips, Jen…read more
Friday, December 13, 2019
?A Boychoir Christmas
Concordia University – 4090 Geddes Rd Ann Arbor
Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm
Cost: $20/Adult, $15/Senior or Student, Free for children in K-12
The Boychoir of Ann Arbor is presenting their 33rd annual performance of A Boychoir Christmas. There is a second show on Saturday at 3p.
?A Charlie Brown Christmas
Riverside Arts Center – 76 North Huron Street Ypsilanti
Time: 7:00pm
Cost: $15
Horizon Performing Arts is performing A Charlie Brown Christmas based on the classic television special.
?Holiday Pops
Hill Auditorium – 825 N. University Ave Ann Arbor
Time: 8:00pm
Cost: $15-$60/Adult, Children's Tickets Half Price
Featuring your holiday favorites! Join your Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra in welcoming the holidays with some of the most beloved music of the season. Hill Auditorium will glow with the magical spirt of this cherished A2SO tradition. This year, we present Duke Ellington’s Nutcracker Suite. Enjoy this unique and imaginative jazz interpretation…read more
?The Ebird & Friends Holiday Show
The Ark – 316 S. Main St Ann Arbor
Time: 8:00pm
Cost: $25
Join The Ragbirds for their 12th Annual Holiday Show. Frontwoman "Ebird" (Erin Zindle) grew to love music during Christmas each year and hosts a concert with friends. This year’s cast includes Alex Holycross (The Native Howl), Graham Parsons (The Go Rounds), Mark Lavengood, Carolyn Striho, Anne Heaton, Brad Philips, Jen…read more
Saturday, December 14, 2019
?Lucy Ann Lance Hometown Christmas Show
Briarwood Mall – 100 Briarwood Circle Ann Arbor
Time: 9:00am-5:00pm
Cost: Free
The Lucy Ann Lance Hometown Christmas Show is held each December at Briarwood Mall (they're in their 6th year at Briarwood and 11th year overall). There will be live music in the JC Penney court from 9a through 5p. Youth Performing groups include: Boychoir of Ann arbor Viva Voce Youth…read more
?LHS Bands Holiday Cookie Walk
Lincoln High School – 7425 Willis Rd Ypsilanti
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Cost: $6/pound for treats
Lincoln High School Bands are holding a Holiday Cookie Walk. There will be a wide variety of treats plus music from the LHS Bands. Santa will be making an appearance as well. Proceeds from the sale benefit new marching band uniforms.
?A Charlie Brown Christmas
Riverside Arts Center – 76 North Huron Street Ypsilanti
Time: 2:00pm
Cost: $15
Horizon Performing Arts is performing A Charlie Brown Christmas based on the classic television special.
?Winter Wonderland
Ypsilanti District Library – Whittaker Rd – 5577 Whittaker Rd Ypsilanti
Time: 2:00pm-4:00pm
Cost: Free
Winter takes over the Ypsi District library with a festive celebration for all ages. Pet a reindeer, watch an ice sculptor work his magic, sip on hot cocoa and take in the musical entertainment. Crafts for adults and crafts for the family--everyone is welcome!
?A Boychoir Christmas
First Presbyterian Church – 1432 Washtenaw Avenue Ann Arbor
Time: 3:00pm-5:00pm
Cost: $20/Adult, $15/Senior or Student, Free for children in K-12
The Boychoir of Ann Arbor is presenting their 33rd annual performance of A Boychoir Christmas. There is a previous show on Friday at 7p.
?The Ebird & Friends Holiday Show
The Ark – 316 S. Main St Ann Arbor
Time: 3:00pm
Cost: $15-$25
Join The Ragbirds for their 12th Annual Holiday Show. Frontwoman "Ebird" (Erin Zindle) grew to love music during Christmas each year and hosts a concert with friends.This year’s cast includes Alex Holycross (The Native Howl), Graham Parsons (The Go Rounds), Mark Lavengood, Carolyn Striho, Anne Heaton, Brad Philips, Jen Sygit,…read more
?The Nutcracker
Michigan Theater – 603 E. Liberty St Ann Arbor
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Cost: $35-45
A must-see holiday event for the entire family! Join Clara on her magical journey through the enchanting Land of Snow to the Kingdom of the Sweets. With an impressive cast of Michigan’s talented ballet students, joined by international professional ballet dancers as guest artists, the Nutcracker is a wonderful holiday…read more
?A Charlie Brown Christmas
Riverside Arts Center – 76 North Huron Street Ypsilanti
Time: 7:00pm
Cost: $15
Horizon Performing Arts is performing A Charlie Brown Christmas based on the classic television special.
?Ballet Chelsea's The Nutcracker
George E. Potter Center – 2111 Emmons Rd Jackson
Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm
Cost: $10-30
Ballet Chelsea proudly presents its 22nd Annual performance of The Nutcracker, a Christmas Eve tale about a young girl named Marie and her magical journey to the enchanted Kingdom of Sweets. Choreographed by Artistic Director Wendi DuBois, the Ballet Chelsea company artists and the Jackson Symphony Orchestra musicians will come…read more
?The Nutcracker
Saline High School – 1300 Campus Parkway Saline
Time: 7:00pm
Cost: $15
The Nutcracker: Dance Alliance. Dance Alliance presents their 22nd Annual Nutcracker at the Saline High School Saturday, December 14th, 2019 at 7p & Sunday, December 15th at 3:00pm.Tickets are $15 and available in advance at Dance Alliance or Dancer's Boutique.. 429-9599. Don't miss Tea with the Cast before this show.
?The Ebird & Friends Holiday Show
The Ark – 316 S. Main St Ann Arbor
Time: 8:00pm
Cost: $25-50
Join The Ragbirds for their 12th Annual Holiday Show. Frontwoman "Ebird" (Erin Zindle) grew to love music during Christmas each year and hosts a concert with friends. This year’s cast includes Alex Holycross (The Native Howl), Graham Parsons (The Go Rounds), Mark Lavengood, Carolyn Striho, Anne Heaton, Brad Philips, Jen…read more
Sunday, December 15, 2019
?A Charlie Brown Christmas
Riverside Arts Center – 76 North Huron Street Ypsilanti
Time: 1:00pm
Cost: $15
Horizon Performing Arts is performing A Charlie Brown Christmas based on the classic television special.
?Tea with the Cast of Nutcracker
Saline High School – 1300 Campus Parkway Saline
Time: 1:00pm
Cost: $20
Join the Dance Alliance Nutcracker Cast for a special Tea before the Sunday 3p performance of their 22nd annual Nutcracker. Tickets for tea are $20/person and are limited. Supply is limited. Join them after the tea for the show - show tickets are separate.
?The Nutcracker
Saline High School – 1300 Campus Parkway Saline
Time: 3:00pm
Cost: $15
The Nutcracker: Dance Alliance. Dance Alliance presents their 22nd Annual Nutcracker at the Saline High School Saturday, December 14th, 2019 at 7p & Sunday, December 15th at 3:00pm.Tickets are $15 and available in advance at Dance Alliance or Dancer's Boutique.. 429-9599. Don't miss Tea with the Cast before this show.
?The Nutcracker presented by The Ballet Detroit Foundation and IBallet
Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre – 911 N. University Ann Arbor
Time: 6:30pm
Cost: $15
Enjoy a collaborative Nutcracker performance featuring dancers from Ballet Detroit of Ann Arbor and IBallet!
?Ballet Chelsea's The Nutcracker
George E. Potter Center – 2111 Emmons Rd Jackson
Time: 7:00pm-8:45pm
Cost: $10-30
Ballet Chelsea proudly presents its 22nd Annual performance of The Nutcracker, a Christmas Eve tale about a young girl named Marie and her magical journey to the enchanted Kingdom of Sweets. Choreographed by Artistic Director Wendi DuBois, the Ballet Chelsea company artists and the Jackson Symphony Orchestra musicians will come…read more
Saturday, December 21, 2019
?Randazzo Dance Company's The Nutcracker
Power Center – 121 Fletcher St Ann Arbor
Time: 2:00pm-4:00pm
Cost: $10-$25
Celebrate the holiday season with this delightful rendition of the beloved holiday classic, with guest dancers from THE BOSTON BALLET and Michael Lee as Drosselmeyer. Randazzo Dance Company’s 51st annual The Nutcracker will run at the Power Center in Ann Arbor on Saturday, December 21st at 2:00 pm and 7:00…read more
?Randazzo Dance Company's The Nutcracker
Power Center – 121 Fletcher St Ann Arbor
Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm
Cost: $10-$25
Celebrate the holiday season with this delightful rendition of the beloved holiday classic, with guest dancers from THE BOSTON BALLET and Michael Lee as Drosselmeyer. Randazzo Dance Company’s 51st annual The Nutcracker will run at the Power Center in Ann Arbor on Saturday, December 21st at 2:00 pm and 7:00…read more
Sunday, December 22, 2019
?Randazzo Dance Company's The Nutcracker
Power Center – 121 Fletcher St Ann Arbor
Time: 2:00pm-4:00pm
Cost: $10-$25
Celebrate the holiday season with this delightful rendition of the beloved holiday classic, with guest dancers from THE BOSTON BALLET and Michael Lee as Drosselmeyer. Randazzo Dance Company’s 51st annual The Nutcracker will run at the Power Center in Ann Arbor on Saturday, December 21st at 2:00 pm and 7:00…read more
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Ann Arbor Christmas Guide
Find more Ann Arbor Christmas Events and Activities in our Ann Arbor Christmas Guide.
Of course you could take the kids to THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR at the Power Center, December 7th thru 10th. Slapstick comedy, chases through the audience, skeletons in the closet, song and dance!
Shakespeare’s accessible and only farce, plenty of visual humor for the kids not to mention an easily understood text. Get kids involved and enjoying live theatre and Shakespeare at an early age – much better than video games, movies, electronic devices, etc.