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Best Holiday & Christmas Shows in Hamilton

Nutcracker - A Canadian Tradition at FirstOntario Concert Hall

Nutcracker - A Canadian Tradition

Ballet Jorgen du Canada once again presents their very Canadian version of the Nutcracker. Choreographed by Bengt Jorgen to Tchaikovsky's timeless music, The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition is a visual feast that features over 100 costumes, and backdrops comprised of well-known 20th Century artworks. Among the usual cavalcade of mice and tin soldiers, expect to see a few Mounties and lumberjacks.

A Drag Queen Christmas at FirstOntario Concert Hall

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!

Salute To Vienna at FirstOntario Concert Hall

Salute To Vienna

Waltz into the golden era of Viennese music with Salute to Vienna, a celebrated classical concert tour that began with Attila and Marion Glatz's iconic 2013 Wiener Konzerthaus performance. Inspired by the Viennese tradition of the Neujahrzkonzert, the sonic New Year's Eve celebration welcomes in the new year in the most spectacular fashion, bringing together talented singers, orchestra members, and ballroom and ballet dancers.

A Christmas Carol at Royal George Theatre

A Christmas Carol

The festive favorite is about to make its mark this Christmas at the Royal George Theatre's Shaw Theatre once more! Charles Dickens' beloved story is brought magically to life on stage, in this enchanting new production by Tim Carroll. A Dickens expert, Carroll first premiered his production in Norway to rave reviews, before enjoying it's North American premiere in 2022. The picturesque settings of Niagara-On-The-Lake, coupled with the annual Candlelight Stroll, and now a chance to experience this play will make the holidays even more memorable!

Nov 8 - Dec 22

Royal George Theatre

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