'Tis the season for making merry and singing holiday songs! Take a glimpse at just some of the magical holiday concerts happening around Music City this season.
Ongoing
Experience a night out at Ray Stevens CabaRay Showroom this holiday season. Enjoy a 90-minute full concert, jam-packed with Ray’s iconic hits and comedy classics, and a delectable meal, dessert, and drinks.
November 26, 2025
Béla Fleck & The Flecktones return to Nashville with Jingle All the Way, a joyful fusion of bluegrass, jazz, and holiday classics. This GRAMMY-winning project showcases the group’s unmatched creativity and virtuosity. Joined by Jeff Coffin and Alash, they bring a fresh, playful spirit to familiar tunes.
November 28-30, 2025
Brett Eldredge brings his Glow Live Tour back to the Ryman Auditorium this holiday season. Known as “Mr. Christmas,” Eldredge will bring big-band holiday magic, featuring songs from his GRAMMY-nominated albums Glow, Mr. Christmas, and his new release Merry Christmas (Welcome to the Family).
November 30-December 23, 2025
Opry Country Christmas returns for the Opry’s 100th year, featuring holiday hits and country classics performed by your favorite artists. Experience a festive evening on Nashville’s iconic stage with music and seasonal favorites. Enjoy a night of celebration and tradition at the Grand Ole Opry.
December 1-4, 2025
Celebrate the season with Little Big Town as they bring their first-ever Christmas album, The Christmas Record, to the historic Ryman Auditorium. The GRAMMY, CMA, and ACM Award-winning group will perform holiday favorites along with hits like “Girl Crush” and “Better Man.” This festive Nashville show marks a special stop in their 25th anniversary year, fresh off the release of their career-spanning Greatest Hits album.
December 2-3, 2026
Trisha Yearwood joins the Nashville Symphony for a holiday concert at Schermerhorn Symphony Center. The performance features her signature vocals alongside the Symphony’s full orchestration, presenting a mix of Christmas classics and favorite songs.
December 5-7, 2025
A beloved Music City holiday tradition, this classic comedy features John Williams’ iconic score performed live to film by the Nashville Symphony. Watch Macaulay Culkin as Kevin McCallister, the 8-year-old accidentally left home alone, as he outsmarts two bumbling burglars in hilarious fashion. Heartwarming and full of laughs, Home Alone is festive fun for the whole family and a cherished Nashville Symphony yearly tradition.
December 7-8, 2025
Nashville’s Andrew Peterson presents "Behold the Lamb of God at Christmastime," a folk-rooted song cycle that tells the story of Christ’s coming. Featuring top Nashville musicians and special guests, the annual concert has become a meaningful local tradition.
December 7, 2025
Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder bring their Christmas show to The Fisher Center for Performing Arts, performing holiday favorites in their signature acoustic bluegrass style. The concert features classics like Christmas Time’s A Coming, Silent Night, and Deck the Halls, along with sing-alongs and seasonal favorites. Celebrate the season with tight harmonies and exceptional musicianship at this special Nashville performance.
December 7, 2025
Tommee Profitt is returning his Christmas spectacular, The Birth of a King LIVE, at Bridgestone Arena. Hailed as The Most Epic Christmas Event in History, this incredible performance features 20 amazing artists, a 50-piece orchestra, a 100-person choir, and a full band.
December 9, 2025
Sarah Brightman brings her acclaimed Christmas production, A Winter Symphony, to Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. Backed by an orchestra, choir, and special guests, the world-renowned soprano will perform holiday music alongside selections from her celebrated career. Experience an evening of exceptional vocals in one of Music City’s most iconic venues.
December 10-11, 2025
Enjoy the holiday favorite Elf™ like never before with a live performance by the Nashville Symphony. John Debney’s score comes to life as the film is projected in high definition, bringing Santa Claus and the classic story to the big screen with full orchestral accompaniment.
December 10-20, 2025
Amy Grant and Vince Gill return to Ryman Auditorium in 2025 for their 15th annual Christmas at the Ryman residency. The 12-concert run, set for December 10-11, 13-14, 16-17, and 19-20, will feature matinee and evening performances. With more than 100 shows at the Ryman to their name, Grant and Gill continue this longstanding Nashville holiday tradition.
December 12, 2025
The annual tradition is back! Join Nashville-based husband-and-wife Americana duo Drew and Ellie Holcomb for their yearly Christmas concert at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center. Celebrate the season with this beloved musical pair.
December 12, 2025
LeAnn Rimes brings her Greatest Hits Christmas Tour to Nashville, celebrating the season with songs from her acclaimed holiday albums and her 30-year career. Known for her powerful vocals and timeless hits, Rimes has become a holiday favorite for audiences of all ages.
December 13, 2025
Natalie Grant and Danny Gokey will bring their 10th annual Celebrate Christmas Tour to The Fisher Center of Performing Arts. The concert will feature reimagined holiday favorites and worship-filled performances from the two acclaimed vocalists.
December 14, 2025
Hailed as one of Nashville’s best-kept secrets, rising country star Hannah Dasher brings her powerhouse voice and throwback country style to Chief’s on Broadway. A CMT Next Woman of Country and Fender Next artist, she’s earned acclaim for her dynamic live shows and authentic sound. With over 1.5 million TikTok followers, Dasher is quickly emerging as one of Nashville’s most exciting new artists.
December 14, 2025
Celebrate the season with members of the Nashville Symphony’s brass, percussion, and organ sections in a festive holiday concert. Audiences of all ages will enjoy seasonal favorites, including The Nutcracker Suite, March of the Toys from Babes in Toyland, Joy to the World, and Sleigh Ride.
December 14, 2025
Jon McLaughlin brings Home for the Holidays to the Country Music Hall of Fame's CMA Theater, blending heartfelt songwriting, piano-driven pop, and festive cheer. The show features original holiday songs, Christmas classics, and fan favorites from his career. Joined by Kris Allen, David Davis, and Morgan James, McLaughlin delivers a joyful and unforgettable holiday experience.
December 15, 2025
A Prairie Home Companion Christmas comes to the Ryman Auditorium for an evening of music, storytelling, and classic sketches. The full ensemble performs beloved holiday songs, festive comedic sketches, and a traditional Carolette for the season.
December 15, 2025
Experience the holiday season with a New Orleans flair as the Preservation Hall Jazz Band brings their Creole Christmas tour to Schermerhorn Symphony Center. Enjoy their signature New Orleans sound on timeless classics and festive holiday favorites reimagined with a lively NOLA spirit.
December 15-19, 2025
for KING + COUNTRY bring their A Drummer Boy Christmas tour to Ryman Auditorium for one of their only U.S. appearances in 2025. The 4x GRAMMY-winning duo, Joel and Luke Smallbone, will deliver an intimate evening of music and storytelling featuring holiday favorites and original songs.
December 16, 2025
Cody Fry Christmas is a holiday orchestral pops concert featuring festive classics, Cody’s greatest hits, and immersive live video projections.
December 18, 2025
Nashville-based country trio Brassfield, featuring brothers Bradley and Chadley and Chadley's wife Jessie Rose, will perform at Chief's on Broadway for Christmas. Known for their three-part harmonies and strong Southern roots, they are a favorite in Music City's live music scene. Their holiday show promises warmth, joy, and the spirit of country music.
December 19-21, 2025
Hear Messiah performed by the Nashville Symphony and Chorus, joined by four accomplished soloists. This seasonal presentation features the iconic "Hallelujah" Chorus and the enduring music of Handel’s classic work.
December 19-21, 2025
Multi-Platinum singer-songwriter Michael W. Smith is excited to come to Nashville with his EVERY CHRISTMAS concert tour. Concert audiences will be engulfed in the joy and true meaning of the season as Michael W. Smith performs his most popular Christmas classics in a night for the whole family.
December 21, 2025
Celebrate the season with Emily West as she brings her powerful voice and heartfelt storytelling to Chief’s on Broadway for a special holiday performance. A longtime Nashville artist and Grand Ole Opry favorite, Emily blends soul, humor, and authenticity in every show.
December 21, 2025
John Berry brings his 29th Annual Christmas Tour to Harken Hall for a night of holiday music. The concert features timeless classics, heartfelt originals, and his signature rendition of O Holy Night.
December 30-31, 2025
Old Crow Medicine Show has received the honor of being inducted as a member of the Grand Ole Opry and has won two Grammy Awards. This year, they're putting on a special New Year's show at the Ryman Auditorium.
December 31, 2025
Spend the last night of the year with thousands of your closest friends, hours of live music, fireworks, and the signature midnight Music Note Drop. Ring in 2026 at the FREE main stage event at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park.
