25 Things: Holiday Concert Edition

From classical music to Christmas sing-alongs, Kingston is full of holiday music this month. Explore the performances lighting up the city this month.

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1. Christmas treats 

• Presented by Kingston Baroque Consort

• Handel’s Pastoral Symphony, Corelli’s Christmas Concerto, and other holiday classics

• Tickets available at Novel Idea (156 Princess Street)

2. Fat Goose Craft Fair

• Live DJ courtesy of CFRC and a local choir carolling throughout the event
• 50+ of the best craftspeople in the region and beyond.

3. A Festive Celebration

• Presented by The Isabel Voices
• Matinee and evening performance
• Book tickets online

4. Christmas with Johnny Reid

• Located at Kingston Grand Theatre
• Third annual Christmas with Johnny Reid 

5. The Jersey Nights Before Christmas Show

• Performing music from Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons
• Book your tickets online

6. Christmas with the Ennis Sisters

• Juno award-winning trio from Newfoundland
• Book your tickets online 

7. Elf: The Musical

• Presented by Regiopolis - Notre Dame Catholic High School
• Based on the beloved holiday film Elf

8. A Miss Emily Christmas

• Local Juno-nominated artist Miss Emily
• Fun, welcoming celebration
• Book your tickets online

9. Jay Davis — Bublé Christmas

• Led by Canadian musical theatre star Jay Davis
• Performing Michael Bublé's popular holiday hits

10. Meet the Makers: Holiday Mixer

• Meet the makers behind your favourite products at the Visitor Information Centre
• DJ Zari will be spinning tunes the entire event

11. Kingston Choral Society Christmas Party

• Selected readings from A Christmas Carol and carol sing-alongs
• Tickets available online and at the door

12. A Bluesy Christmas: SoulFire

• Kingston Blues Society (KBS) annual Christmas dinner and show
• Includes Christmas dinner buffet and live performance by SoulFire

13. Danú: An Emerald Isle Christmas

• Danú is one of the leading traditional Irish ensembles of today
• Award-winning ensemble
• Tickets available online

14. Clem Chesterfield's Warm Clothing Round-up

• Ninth Annual Clem Chesterfield's Warm Clothing Round-up
• Donate warm clothing or cash in support of local charities
• Live performances from 10 local acts

15. Ballet Jörgen – The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition

• Based on the popular traditional story The Nutcracker and the King of mice by E.T.A. Hoffman
• Tickets available online

16. Sistema Kingston Christmas Concert

• Presented by Sistema Kingston
• Sistema Kingston inspires children to reach their full potential as students, musicians, and citizens.

17. Les Chiclettes

• Variety show from Francophone comedy trio
• Tickets available online

18. Holiday Magic

• Presented by Orchestra Kingston
• With special guests Kingston Capital Men's Chorus
• Sing-along carols and more! 

19. Elvis: A Christmas Special

• A special tribute performance of the King’s greatest Christmas carols

• Tickets available online

20. Journey to Bethlehem

• Presented by Melos Choir & Period Instruments
• Performances of ancient chants, motets & traditional songs for Advent, Christmas & Yalda

• Christmas carol sing-alongs follow this event 

21. The Barra MacNeils: An East Coast Christmas

• Traditional MacNeil family favourites inspired by Christmas ceilidhs and East Coast celebrations
• Captivating vocals, extraordinary instrumentation, and an unmistakable Celtic sound

22. Good Lovelies Christmas Concert

• Juno award-winning song-writing trio 

• Blending folk-roots, old-time swing, bluegrass, pop, and soul, their music is a perfect fit for the season.

23. Holiday Magic 

• Presented by Cantabile Choirs
• A beloved annual celebration of diverse holiday traditions.

24. Jann Arden Christmas Tour

• Jann Arden is a multi-platinum, award-winning singer, songwriter, actor and best-selling author.

• Two performances

• Tickets available online

25. Jack and the Beanstalk – A Merry Magical Pantomime

• A family-friendly musical
• Multiple performance dates