Celebrate the season with the Wichita Falls Symphony Orchestra at our sparkling holiday concert, “Sounds of the Season!” This festive program blends timeless classics, enchanting melodies and heartwarming favorites into one unforgettable evening. With sing-alongs, surprises, and holiday cheer for the whole family, this concert is the perfect way to share in the spirit of the season and make magical memories together.”

Sounds of the Season

First United Methodist Church of Wichita Falls

York Symphony Orchestra and Chorus kicks off your holiday season. Our favorite annual concert Holiday Pops Spectacular packs the theatre with holiday cheer. It’s truly a Wonderful Life! The Greater York Youth Ballet of Dance It Forward performs the magical Nutcracker ballet to perfect your evening.

Holiday Pops Spectacular

Appell Center for the Performing Arts

Kick off our 72nd season with a thrilling mix of classical masterpieces like Bernstein’s Candide Overture, Sibelius’ The Swan of Tuonela, and Saint-Saëns’ Danse Macabre, plus iconic film scores and a nostalgic journey through ’50s and ’60s hits, including a Beach Boys medley. From the depths of the ocean with the ABZU Fantasia to the Silver Screen with the Hollywood Concerto for Bass Trombone and Orchestra, get ready to Expect the Unexpected!

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Opening Night: Expect the Unexpected

King Center for the Performing Arts

Join us for the SMSO’s annual tribute to America and its steadfast strength with a mixture of patriotic favorites, film scores, and iconic American works. The 1812 Overture by Tchaikovsky synchronized to an outstanding fireworks display ends this spectacular celebration! 

Salute to America

Shadowland Pavilion

A festive "ringing in" of the season with beautiful and beloved holiday melodies from across the globe

Holiday Pops Around the World

Fort Hays State University

Join us for an evening of festive cheer and holiday spirit at the Chicago Sinfonietta's "Holidays of Light" concert, featuring guest conductor Chelsea Tipton. The concert will take place at the beautiful and historic Auditorium Theatre in downtown Chicago.

Holidays of Light

Roosevelt University

There’s nothing quite like Charleston during the winter holidays, and there’s no better way to get in the holiday spirit than with the Charleston Symphony! An annual tradition for audiences of all ages, Holiday Pops embodies the sounds of the season highlighted by a variety of musical choices, vocal performances, special guests such as dancing Santa and joyous pipers, and fun celebrations for all.

Holiday Pops!

Gaillard Center

Ramona High School presents the Riverside Philharmonic in collaboration with Riverside Arts Magnet. Choir students will join the orchestra for music from Home Alone 2 as well as the popular sing-along. Music director Tomasz Golka programs a variety of holiday music for this special concert.

Holiday Concert

Ramona High School

The high-flying aerialists of Troupe Vertigo join the Grant Park Orchestra led by Enrico Lopez-Yañez, performing eye-popping feats to classical works and film scores, including Star Wars, Star Trek, Disney’s Up and more.

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Events

Upcoming events

Jul 22, 2026

Cirque: A Space Odyssey · Grant Park Music Festival

Past events

Dec 13, 2025

Sounds of the Season · Wichita Falls Symphony Orchestra

Nov 29, 2025

Holiday Pops Spectacular · York Symphony Orchestra

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