5 Unforgettable Music Events in Indy This Holiday Season

Oh there’s no place like home for the holidays! Luckily our hometown, Indianapolis, offers unforgettable musical experiences that will create long lasting memories for you and your family. Discover 5 wonderful, family friendly, music events near you this holiday season!

Image of a music filled tree ornament surrounded by snowflakes and glowing lights.


The Nutcracker

#1. The Nutcracker

Location: Clowes Memorial Hall, Butler University

Dates: December 1-4

Join the Butler Ballet Orchestra and Indianapolis Children’s Choir as they present their annual performance of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker. The joy and magic experienced as this live ballet is brought to life won’t soon be forgotten. Be sure to get tickets for you and your family HERE. Will be enjoyed by all, young and old!


It’s A Wonderful Life

#2. It’s A Wonderful Life

Location: Beef and Boards

Dates: Nov 25 - Dec 23

Enjoy dinner and a show with loved ones at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre. This holiday season the theatre is bringing this film classic to life with the heartwarming story of family. The show is rated G and is available for anyone 3 years and older! 

Be sure to reserve your table and tickets by clicking HERE! 


The Canadian Brass

#3. The Canadian Brass

Location: The Carmel Palladuim

Date: December 3rd

Spend an evening enjoying the beautiful music of this distinctive chamber quintet as they perform a range of holiday music from classical to pop tunes. The Canadian Brass was formed in the 1970s and is comprised of tuba, trombone, horn, and two trumpets. You will not regret spending your evening with this group and can end the event by taking a stroll through the festive Christkindlmarkt!

Be sure to reserve your table and tickets by clicking HERE!


Yuletide Celebration

#4. Yuletide Celebration

Location: Hilbert Circle Theatre

Dates: December 2 - 23

Experience the thrilling tradition of the Yuletide Celebration presented by AES Indiana! The Indiana Symphony Orchestra will be joined this year by Emmy-nominated singer Frankie Moreno to dazzle and spread joy through traditional favorites. You will see features such as a tribute to The Polar Express, the whimsical Holly Jolly Dollies, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, and the famous tap-dancing Santas! You can’t miss it!

Buy your tickets HERE!


Handel’s Messiah

#5. Handel’s Messiah

Location: The Carmel Palladium

Dates: December 22nd

Participate in the experience of one of the most revered oratorios written. Performed by the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, the Indianapolis Symphonic Choir, and soloists Maria Brea (soprano), Ronnita Nicole Miller (mezzo), Martin Bakari (tenor), and Jonathan Conyers (bass). Join in singing the Hallelujah Chorus to complete this season!

Be sure to reserve your tickets by clicking HERE!


The gift of live music will continue to enrich lives everyday. You can have that gift anytime through learning an instrument of your own! It is never too late to begin. Find an instructor near you today!

From all of us at Vibe Music Academy, we wish you a very happy and musical holiday season!


-Author, Abigail Long, Director of Vibe Music Academy