From the Boston Ballet's magical Nutcracker to Irving Berlin's magical White Christmas, the Holiday Season is a time when Boston really shines! A perfect way to keep the cold away by staying cosy inside the theatre, watching something brand new or perhaps your favorite show for the third time.

Here are our picks of what to see in Boston over the Holiday Season this year!

1. BOSTON BALLET - THE NUTCRACKER

Few Holiday traditions can match the charm and magic of The Nutcracker ballet, loved all over the world for its sumptuous sets and costumes, and the unforgettable score by Tchaikovsky. In Boston, the annual production by Boston Ballet is a season highlight for families from near and far!

Mikko Nissinen's revamped production of The Nutcracker returns this year. Working alongside costume and set designer Robert Perdziola, this reimagined production of The Nutcracker received rave reviews on its debut in 2012, and is returning to the beautiful Boston Opera House for its seventh season!

CITIZENS BANK OPERA HOUSE

November 29 - December 29, 2019

2. A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Another unmissable tradition is the annual musical production of North Shore's A Christmas Carol. If ballet isn't your thing, then this classic Christmas tale should be your Holiday go-to! Since its debut in 1989, scores of Boston families have been thrilled by this timeless tale of Scrooge and his voyage into Christmas past, present, and future.

Celebrated actor David Coffee once again dons the cane and top hat of the infamous Dickensian villain Ebenezer Scrooge for a magical evening of classic storytelling, astonishing special effects and classic old-timey carols including 'God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen' and 'We Wish You A Merry Christmas'.

BOOK YOUR SEAT TO A CHRISTMAS CAROL HERE

NORTH SHORE MUSIC THEATRE

December 6 - 22, 2019

3. BOSTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA - HOLIDAY POPS

For something a bit more traditional, visit Boston's spectacular Symphony Hall for a night of Holiday classics courtesy of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. This year's program is set to feature all your favorite holiday songs. From the classic carols to the iconic festive chart-toppers, there is something for everyone! You may even enjoy a special visit from a certain man in a bright red suit... !

BOOK HOLIDAY POPS TICKETS HERE

BOSTON SYMPHONY HALL

December 4 - 24, 2019

4. IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS

Another Holiday classic is gracing the stage in Boston this year - that's right, it's none other than Irving Berlin's ever-popular White Christmas. This uplifting story and its selection of beloved songs has made White Christmas a family favorite for generation. You'll have to be quick though if you want to see if for yourself, it's in town for just two weeks!BOOK WHITE CHRISTMAS TICKETS RIGHT HERE

WANG THEATER

December 17 - 29, 2019

5. DOLLY PARTON'S SMOKY MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS CAROL

A BRAND NEW show premieres in Boston this Christmas! There's no doubt that this is one of the most exciting productions on this Holiday Season. Get into the holiday swing of things with the exciting Boston premiere of Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol, a brand holiday-themed musical with songs penned by the living legend herself!

For this strictly limited engagement, an ensemble cast and live acoustic band will stage this fabulously festive take on the season, set to Dolly's specially written tunes. So, dust off your cowboy boots and Santa hats, 'cause it's Christmas with a country twist!

BOOK TICKETS TO SEE SMOKY MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS CAROL

EMERSON COLONIAL THEATER

December 3 - 29, 2019