Holiday Concerts in Nashville

Ongoing
Experience a night out with Country Roads Christmas 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 22, 2026
Singer-songwriter and pianist Jon McLaughlin brings Home for the Holidays to the Franklin Theatre. The seasonal show features original holiday songs, Christmas classics, and favorites from throughout his career.

November 27-December 27, 2026
Nashville’s Nutcracker returns with Tchaikovsky’s score performed live by the Nashville Symphony. Nashville Ballet’s Emmy Award-winning retelling brings a local touch to the holiday classic, complete with swirling snowflakes, the Sugar Plum Fairy, and plenty of magic for all ages.

November 30, 2026
Christmas with the Celts brings Irish dance, traditional carols, and modern holiday favorites to the Franklin Theatre. Celtic instruments and lively performances make for a festive night of music and dance.

November 30, 2026
Mickey Guyton brings her Mickey Guyton & Friends Holiday Tour to City Winery Nashville. The seated show pairs songs from her country catalog with music from her holiday album, Feels Like Christmas, and performances with special guests.

November 30-December 22, 2026
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, 2026
The Ryan Middaugh Jazz Orchestra brings A Merry Bari Christmas to the Franklin Theatre for a big band holiday concert. Led by saxophonist and arranger Ryan Middaugh, the show puts the rich sound of the baritone saxophone at the center of seasonal favorites.

December 2, 2026
Rock the Halls is back at the Franklin Theatre, and this one is for the whole family. Franklin Theatre regulars Richard Jacques, Tracey DiCicco, and Missy Garnett bring their high-energy holiday magic to the stage, backed by an all-star Music City band for a night of holiday rock and roll that'll have you dancing in your seat and singing along from start to finish. This is the show that sets the tone for the entire holiday season.

December 2, 2026
Trans-Siberian Orchestra returns to Bridgestone Arena for a holiday concert that blends rock, orchestral music, and theatrical effects.

December 3, 2026
Celebrate the holidays with Nashville singer-songwriter Sandra McCracken and friends at Chief’s on Broadway. The Grammy-nominated, Dove Award-winning artist brings her thoughtful songwriting and gospel melodies to this seasonal performance.

December 6, 2026
Multi-platinum twins Matthew and Gunnar Nelson are bringing three generations of Nelson family Christmas memories to the Franklin Theatre stage. Everly Brothers harmonies, Smothers Brothers comedy, and a sleigh ride through time from Ricky Nelson's 1950s childhood to today — this is America's First Family of Entertainment doing the holidays their way.

December 6-7, 2026
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 8, 2026
Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder bring their Christmas show to Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 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 8-10, 2026
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 9, 2026
Country artist RaeLynn takes the stage at Chief’s on Broadway. Known for “God Made Girls” and “Boyfriend,” the two-time ACM Award nominee brings her storytelling and live energy to Nashville, with a Christmas EP among her recent releases.

December 9, 2026
Pentatonix brings its signature a cappella sound to Bridgestone Arena for a Nashville holiday show. The three-time Grammy Award-winning group is known for its inventive vocal arrangements and Christmas music, including songs from its album Christmas in the City.

December 10, 2026
A Nashville holiday favorite returns to Schermerhorn Symphony Center on December 10. A Very Dave Barnes Christmas features music, laughter, and holiday cheer, with the Nashville singer-songwriter’s signature humor and storytelling. This performance is presented without the Nashville Symphony.

December 11, 2026
Drew and Ellie Holcomb return to Schermerhorn Symphony Center with The Neighbors for a Nashville holiday tradition featuring Christmas favorites, original songs, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

December 12, 2026
Julie Roberts brings her country sound to Chief’s on Broadway. The two-time ACM Award nominee is known for her hit “Break Down Here” and her powerful vocals. Her latest album, Ain’t in No Hurry, features duets with Jamey Johnson and Randy Houser.

December 12, 2026
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 60-piece orchestra, a 100-person choir, and a full band.

December 14-23, 2026
Amy Grant and Vince Gill return to the Ryman Auditorium for their annual Christmas at the Ryman residency. The 12 concerts take place on select dates from December 14 through 23, 2026, including matinee performances. The longtime Nashville holiday tradition features Christmas favorites performed by the duo.

December 15-18, 2026
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 18, 2026
Vienna Light Orchestra brings its Christmas tour to the Fisher Center for the Performing Arts at Belmont University on December 18. The concert pairs orchestral music with five sopranos from Broadway, London’s West End, and concert stages around the world, set among candlelight and Christmas trees.

December 19-20, 2026
Christmas with the King is a Franklin Theatre tradition and for good reason. Now in its 9th year, this high-octane holiday tribute stars Graceland's 2023 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Champion Cote Deonath, backed by the Infinit-E Tribute Band, for two hours of costume changes, a visit from Santa, and the King's biggest hits alongside beloved Christmas classics. These shows sell out every year, so get your tickets before the King leaves the building.

December 19-20, 2026
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 20, 2026
John Berry brings his 30th Annual Christmas Tour to Harken Hall. The country singer-songwriter’s holiday show features Christmas classics, original songs, and his rendition of “O Holy Night.”

December 21, 2026
Join Lady A for a magical holiday celebration at the historic Ryman Auditorium for their This Winter's Night Tour, where heartfelt country harmonies deliver a must-see Christmas spectacle.

December 21-22, 2026
Seven decades of harmony, history, and hits. And the Gatlin Brothers are bringing all of it to the Franklin Theatre for Christmas. Grammy-winning Larry, Steve, and Rudy Gatlin, the Grand Ole Opry legends behind "All the Gold in California," "Houston," and "Broken Lady," take the stage for a holiday night that blends their greatest hits with beloved Christmas classics. This is the kind of holiday tradition that reminds you why some voices never go out of style.

December 30-31, 2026
Ring in the New Year with Old Crow Medicine Show at the Ryman Auditorium. Known for “Wagon Wheel” and energetic live shows, the two-time Grammy Award-winning band blends folk, bluegrass, country, and rock ’n’ roll.

December 31, 2026
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 2027 at the FREE main stage event at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park.