The holiday season is almost here, and we know just the way to get into the mood for merriment – discover the best holiday shows in Lancaster, PA this December!
Festive offerings abound in Lancaster for theatre fans—including the American Music Theatre’s Deck the Halls, Fulton Theatre’s Elf, Magic & Wonder Dinner Theater’s Winter Wonderland, Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre’s Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn, and Bird-in-Hand Stage’s The Christmas Candy Caper. But when it comes to Christmas music, nothing beats the lineup of holiday shows at the Ware Center for the Arts!
Live Music: Holiday Shows in Lancaster
Featuring exceptional musicians from around the globe in genres from jazz and swing to big band and Celtic music, the Ware Center has something for everyone this holiday season.
Hark! An Irish Christmas with RUNA
When: Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 7:30 PM
Where: Ware Center for the Arts, 42 N. Prince St., Lancaster, PA
Tickets: $27 for Adults | $19 for Students | Buy tickets online
Genre: Celtic Holiday Music
Fusing its signature Celtic-roots sound with American folk and bluegrass, RUNA brings its high-energy rhythms and lilting melodies to the festivities of the midwinter season! Showcasing Christmas music, dance, and poetry of the Celtic Isles, RUNA embraces the warmth and familiarity of traditional celebrations, while breathing fresh life into favourite holiday carols. With a jubilant atmosphere, the band’s collective artistry and innovative musical arrangements invite you to celebrate the love and joy of the Christmas spirit, and to venture enchanted into the light of the New Year.
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s Wild & Swingin’ Holiday Party
When: Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 7:30 PM
Where: Ware Center for the Arts, 42 N. Prince St., Lancaster, PA
Tickets: $32 for Adults | $25 for Students | SOLD OUT
Genre: Swing Holiday Music
For 30 years, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s unique take on American swing and jazz music has thrilled audiences. Drawing on a rich catalogue of holiday classics and Christmas originals from the band’s two full-length holiday albums, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy brings its fun and quirky take on the holidays to you.
Anthony Nunziata: Bocelli & Beyond at Christmas
When: Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 7:30 PM
Where: Ware Center for the Arts, 42 N. Prince St., Lancaster, PA
Tickets: $25 for Adults | $17 for Students | Buy tickets online
Genre: Italian Holiday Arias
Revel in the holiday season with acclaimed singer Anthony Nunziata! Featuring soulful vocals in a tour-de-force concert that includes “The Prayer,” O Sole Mio,” “Amazing Grace,” “Ave Maria,” “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” “Santa Lucia,” and so much more, Anthony Nunziata’s music—and his heart—will stay with you long after you experience him live in concert.
Accessibility services: Sensory-friendly accommodations
Bria Skonberg: Jingle Bell Swing
When: Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 7:30 PM
Where: Ware Center for the Arts, 42 N. Prince St., Lancaster, PA
Tickets: $25 for Adults | $17 for Students | Buy tickets online
Genre: Holiday Jazz
New York-based and Canadian-born singer, trumpeter, and songwriter Bria Skonberg has been described as one of the “most versatile and imposing musicians of her generation.” With her smoky vocals, blistering trumpet, and compelling arrangements, the Juno Award-winner brings her own take on seasonal favorites, including her hit cover of “All I Want For Christmas is You” and “Greensleeves.”
Glenn Miller Orchestra – In the Holiday Mood
When: Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at 7:30 PM
Where: Ware Center for the Arts, 42 N. Prince St., Lancaster, PA
Tickets: $25 for Adults | $17 for Students | Buy tickets online
Genre: Big Band Holiday
Showcasing the timeless melodies and swinging arrangements that made the Glenn Miller Orchestra an icon of the Big Band era, this festive extravaganza features a delightful blend of beloved holiday classics, such as “Jingle Bells” and “Frosty The Snowman,” reimagined in the Orchestra’s signature style. With spirited brass sections, lush saxophone solos, and enchanting vocal harmonies, “In The Holiday Mood” celebrates the magic and nostalgia of the holiday season in the inimitable Glenn Miller style.
Accessibility services: Audio description will be available, and a touch tour will be held for patrons from the blind and low-vision community.
Grab your tickets to these must-see holiday shows before they’re gone!