Disclaimer :: This guide is sponsored by Tuzer Ballet to bring you details on holiday happenings this winter.
Looking for a special, seasonal activity in 2023? Support the arts and have a magical time at one of the many productions and stage shows in and around Collin County. Also, check back often as events are added throughout the season.
Click on the tabs below, organized by date. A list will populate under each tab, listing events throughout that date range.
And be sure to view our entire guide to help you find tree farms, light displays, and more! This year we feature new categories: Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and New Years happenings! So visit those sections for holiday-specific events in those categories.
Thank you to our sponsors for making this guide possible: Tuzer Ballet.
For EVEN MORE festivities around the metroplex, visit our local guides for the Dallas and Fort Worth areas.
You need to experience The Nutcracker by Tuzer Ballet back for its 38th year this holiday season. While there are several Nutcracker ballets, no other show in town has unique characters — like a Rat Queen — intricately brilliant choreography, and global touches.
These stunning details make Tuzer’s performance reign above all. Hurry: Seats are limited with only two performance dates available on December 16 and 17. Get your tickets today!
Opens December 1
A Christmas Story
Art Centre Theatre :: Plano
A reenactment of a comedic holiday classic that is suitable for the whole family. Tickets are $18. Discounts available for PISD employees, Plano fire fighters, Plano law enforcement officers, City of Plano employees, members of the Armed Forces and patrons or employees of any Plano hotel or motel. Through December 17.
Elf: The Musical Jr.
North Texas Performing Arts :: Plano
Suitable for all ages. Afternoon and evening showtimes available. Tickets from $12. Through December 9.
The Gift of Christmas
Prestonwood Baptist Church :: Plano
A 100-minute holiday extravaganza with an orchestra, nearly 1,000-member cast and choir, living nativity, flying angels, massive LED video wall, and more. Check the link for tickets — they sell out! FAQ here. Tickets start at $19. Through December 10.
White Christmas
Shine Performing Arts Studio :: Plano
This heartwarming holiday tale is a classic, featuring beloved songs that make it an uplifting and family-friendly show. Tickets start at $23. Through December 17.
Opens December 6
Scrooge!: The Musical
North Texas Performing Arts :: Plano
This fast-paced, full-length live musical production features pre-show Christmas carols and more. Critically acclaimed and loved by all! Recommended for ages five and up. Tickets $20 general, $30 premium. Through December 17.
Opens December 8
A Christmas Carol (select dates) :: Wylie
Wylie Acting Group presents a stage version of this classic holiday story. This is youth theater, so the cast is comprised of kids ages eight to 18. Tickets are $15. Through December 17.
Opens December 17
The Nutcracker
Melissa and Richardson
Collin County Ballet Theater takes the stage in Melissa and Richardson this year. Tickets from $30. Through December 23.
November 24 – 25
A Christmas Carol
Historic Downtown McKinney
McKinney Repertory Theatre presents its annual holiday production of a Christmas classic – six shows over two weekends. All tickets for these one-hour shows will be general admission, meaning no assigned seats. Tickets from $8.
November 24 – 26
The Nutcracker
Eisemann Center :: Richardson
Choose opening night or a matinee showtime for this Chamberlain Ballet production at the Eisemann Center. Tickets from $22.
December 2
6th Annual Christmas Concert
McKinney Philharmonic Orchestra
The McKinney Philharmonic performs your favorite Christmas tunes with new arrangements (think jazz, rock, classical, Celtic, and folk styles). Tickets from $20.
December 8 – 9
A Christmas Carol
Historic Downtown McKinney
McKinney Repertory Theatre presents its annual holiday production of a Christmas classic – six shows over two weekends. All tickets for these one-hour shows will be general admission, meaning no assigned seats. Tickets from $8.
Tuzer Ballet :: Facebook :: You need to experience The Nutcracker by Tuzer Ballet back for its 38th year this holiday season. While there are several Nutcracker ballets, no other show in town has unique characters — like a Rat Queen — intricately brilliant choreography, and global touches.
These stunning details make Tuzer’s performance reign above all. Hurry: Seats are limited with only two performance dates available on December 16 and 17. Get your tickets today!
December 14
Christmas from the Sanctuary
The Sanctuary :: McKinney
Musical guests include Maylee Thomas-Fuller, Andy Timmons, George Fuller, and members of the Maylee Thomas Band. Show begins at 7:00 p.m. Each table is $150 and seats four.
December 15
Listen and Learn Holiday Concert
Rodenbaugh Theater :: Plano
This forty-five minute performance features traditional Christmas carols, excerpts from the Nutcracker, and some music history! Enjoy a visit from special guests to bring these holiday favorites to life, ending in a sing-a-long to get you in the spirit this holiday season!
The Polar Express™ in Concert
Meyerson Center :: Dallas
Experience this holiday favorite for the first time in Concert by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. Be enchanted by the magical score and journey of The Polar Express as it comes to life on the big screen, making you believe in the wonders of Christmas Eve. Tickets from $84.
December 16
Home for the Holidays
Frisco Memorial High School :: Frisco
The always popular “Home for the Holidays” concert feature seasonal favorites for orchestra, vocalists, and chorus, the popular audience sing-along, visitors from the North Pole, and more! Joining the Plano Symphony Orchestra will be singer-songwriter Nick Fabian, the dynamic and international award-winning vocal quartet Midtown Quartet, as well as the Plano Civic Chorus.
December 17
Home for the Holidays
Christ United Methodist Church :: Plano
The always popular “Home for the Holidays” concerts feature seasonal favorites for orchestra, vocalists, and chorus, the popular audience sing-along, visitors from the North Pole, and more! Joining the Plano Symphony Orchestra will be singer-songwriter Nick Fabian, the dynamic and international award-winning vocal quartet Midtown Quartet, as well as the Plano Civic Chorus.
December 23
Musical Adventures: Family Christmas
Addison Theatre Centre :: Addison
Join the Plano Symphony Orchestra for a festive 45-minute concert featuring fun holiday music like “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and from films like “The Polar Express” and “Home Alone” plus have a chance to meet the string and woodwind families of the orchestra. End the afternoon with a sing-a-long of your favorite holiday carols like “Rudolph,” “Jingle Bells,” and “Silent Night.” Audiences are encouraged to arrive 45 minutes early for the Instrument Petting Zoo, where children can interact with instruments up close.
December 31
New Year’s Eve with the DSO
Meyerson Center :: Dallas
Before the ball drops, kick off your New Year’s celebrations with a spectacular evening of music with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. Say goodbye to 2023 and welcome the New Year in style. Tickets from $72.
- Ongoing
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Opens December 1
A Christmas Story
Art Centre Theatre :: PlanoA reenactment of a comedic holiday classic that is suitable for the whole family. Tickets are $18. Discounts available for PISD employees, Plano fire fighters, Plano law enforcement officers, City of Plano employees, members of the Armed Forces and patrons or employees of any Plano hotel or motel. Through December 17.
Elf: The Musical Jr.
North Texas Performing Arts :: PlanoSuitable for all ages. Afternoon and evening showtimes available. Tickets from $12. Through December 9.
The Gift of Christmas
Prestonwood Baptist Church :: PlanoA 100-minute holiday extravaganza with an orchestra, nearly 1,000-member cast and choir, living nativity, flying angels, massive LED video wall, and more. Check the link for tickets — they sell out! FAQ here. Tickets start at $19. Through December 10.
White Christmas
Shine Performing Arts Studio :: PlanoThis heartwarming holiday tale is a classic, featuring beloved songs that make it an uplifting and family-friendly show. Tickets start at $23. Through December 17.
Opens December 6
Scrooge!: The Musical
North Texas Performing Arts :: PlanoThis fast-paced, full-length live musical production features pre-show Christmas carols and more. Critically acclaimed and loved by all! Recommended for ages five and up. Tickets $20 general, $30 premium. Through December 17.
Opens December 8
A Christmas Carol (select dates) :: Wylie
Wylie Acting Group presents a stage version of this classic holiday story. This is youth theater, so the cast is comprised of kids ages eight to 18. Tickets are $15. Through December 17.
Opens December 17
The Nutcracker
Melissa and RichardsonCollin County Ballet Theater takes the stage in Melissa and Richardson this year. Tickets from $30. Through December 23.
- November
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November 24 – 25
A Christmas Carol
Historic Downtown McKinneyMcKinney Repertory Theatre presents its annual holiday production of a Christmas classic – six shows over two weekends. All tickets for these one-hour shows will be general admission, meaning no assigned seats. Tickets from $8.
November 24 – 26
The Nutcracker
Eisemann Center :: RichardsonChoose opening night or a matinee showtime for this Chamberlain Ballet production at the Eisemann Center. Tickets from $22.
- December 1 - 9
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December 2
6th Annual Christmas Concert
McKinney Philharmonic OrchestraThe McKinney Philharmonic performs your favorite Christmas tunes with new arrangements (think jazz, rock, classical, Celtic, and folk styles). Tickets from $20.
December 8 – 9
A Christmas Carol
Historic Downtown McKinneyMcKinney Repertory Theatre presents its annual holiday production of a Christmas classic – six shows over two weekends. All tickets for these one-hour shows will be general admission, meaning no assigned seats. Tickets from $8.
- December 10 - 16
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Tuzer Ballet :: Facebook :: You need to experience The Nutcracker by Tuzer Ballet back for its 38th year this holiday season. While there are several Nutcracker ballets, no other show in town has unique characters — like a Rat Queen — intricately brilliant choreography, and global touches.
These stunning details make Tuzer’s performance reign above all. Hurry: Seats are limited with only two performance dates available on December 16 and 17. Get your tickets today!
December 14
Christmas from the Sanctuary
The Sanctuary :: McKinneyMusical guests include Maylee Thomas-Fuller, Andy Timmons, George Fuller, and members of the Maylee Thomas Band. Show begins at 7:00 p.m. Each table is $150 and seats four.
December 15
Listen and Learn Holiday Concert
Rodenbaugh Theater :: PlanoThis forty-five minute performance features traditional Christmas carols, excerpts from the Nutcracker, and some music history! Enjoy a visit from special guests to bring these holiday favorites to life, ending in a sing-a-long to get you in the spirit this holiday season!
The Polar Express™ in Concert
Meyerson Center :: DallasExperience this holiday favorite for the first time in Concert by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. Be enchanted by the magical score and journey of The Polar Express as it comes to life on the big screen, making you believe in the wonders of Christmas Eve. Tickets from $84.
December 16
Home for the Holidays
Frisco Memorial High School :: FriscoThe always popular “Home for the Holidays” concert feature seasonal favorites for orchestra, vocalists, and chorus, the popular audience sing-along, visitors from the North Pole, and more! Joining the Plano Symphony Orchestra will be singer-songwriter Nick Fabian, the dynamic and international award-winning vocal quartet Midtown Quartet, as well as the Plano Civic Chorus.
- December 17 - 23
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December 17
Home for the Holidays
Christ United Methodist Church :: PlanoThe always popular “Home for the Holidays” concerts feature seasonal favorites for orchestra, vocalists, and chorus, the popular audience sing-along, visitors from the North Pole, and more! Joining the Plano Symphony Orchestra will be singer-songwriter Nick Fabian, the dynamic and international award-winning vocal quartet Midtown Quartet, as well as the Plano Civic Chorus.
December 23
Musical Adventures: Family Christmas
Addison Theatre Centre :: AddisonJoin the Plano Symphony Orchestra for a festive 45-minute concert featuring fun holiday music like “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and from films like “The Polar Express” and “Home Alone” plus have a chance to meet the string and woodwind families of the orchestra. End the afternoon with a sing-a-long of your favorite holiday carols like “Rudolph,” “Jingle Bells,” and “Silent Night.” Audiences are encouraged to arrive 45 minutes early for the Instrument Petting Zoo, where children can interact with instruments up close.
- December 24 - 31
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December 31
New Year’s Eve with the DSO
Meyerson Center :: DallasBefore the ball drops, kick off your New Year’s celebrations with a spectacular evening of music with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. Say goodbye to 2023 and welcome the New Year in style. Tickets from $72.