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Best Holiday & Christmas Shows in Richmond

Cirque Dreams Holidaze at Altria Theater

Cirque Dreams Holidaze

Ornaments come to life when Cirque Dream: Holidaze's costumed characters perform astonishing feats that celebrate the holiday season with spectacle, imagination and whimsical dreams. Marvel at gingerbread men flipping through the air, toy soldiers skillfully marching on thin wires, snowmen daringly balancing, icemen sculpting powerfully, penguins spinning, puppets caroling and reindeer soaring high above a landscape of holiday wonderment.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer at Carpenter Theater

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

Based on the beloved 1964 animated special, this adaptation brings everyone's favourite reindeer to the stage. This classic tale teaches the importance of friendship and respect, whilst getting everyone very excited for Christmas in the process! The perfect event for all the family treat your loved ones to an extra special holiday treat this Christmas.

Handel's Messiah at Carpenter Theater

Handel's Messiah

"Behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which shall be to all people!" Join your city's orchestra for the good tidings of the beloved classic, Handel's Messiah, performed live. Undoubtedly one of the most fantastic and epic experiences of the Holiday season, it's impressive for all audiences, be it your first or fifth time!

A Drag Queen Christmas at Carpenter Theater

A Drag Queen Christmas

The all-star queens of Logo TV's RuPaul's Drag Race are coming to save your Christmas and this year is even more speical, marking the 10th anniversary! Featuring all your favorite stars singing seasonal classics, new and old, A Drag Queen Christmas is guaranteed to get you in the naughty holiday spirit. So dig out your glad rags and prepare to sashay straight to this once-a-year spectacular!

Christmas with CS Lewis at Gottwald Playhouse

Christmas with CS Lewis

Nearly everyone knows the name C.S. Lewis, and if they don't, they surely know of the epic tale of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. Lewis spawned a world that would remain a firm favorite for decades to come. Originated by actor David Payne and Bird and Baby Productions Christmas with C.S Lewis is one the company's leading productions in a history that has seen over 1000 performances worldwide.

Straight No Chaser at Carpenter Theater

Straight No Chaser

10-man acapella group Straight No Chaser, who found fame on Youtube after forming at Indiana University, continually dazzle audiences with their renditions of pop classic and modern chart hits with highlights "Let It Go", and Pharrell Williams' "Happy" catapulting the group to mainstream success. This fall, they're back on the road again, celebrating the holiday season on the Top Shelf tour!

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