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Best Holiday & Christmas Shows in Raleigh

Carolina Ballet - The Nutcracker at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

Carolina Ballet - The Nutcracker

An enchanted wonderland where toys come to life, children shrink and magically reappear and flying is possible. Featuring grand-scale illusions and a cast of over 100 accompanied by a live orchestra. The perfect family show the season, don't miss your chance to enjoy the festivities once more - or for the first time!

A Drag Queen Christmas at Meymandi 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!

Jim Brickman at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

Jim Brickman

Jim Brickman hits the road for the holiday season once again! Join the talented musician as he weaves together contemporary and traditional holiday favorites, plus all his legendary hits! Enjoy an unforgettable night with Jim Brickman this Christmas - it's a holiday MUST!

Old 97's at Lincoln Theatre

Old 97's

Alongside the likes of Drive-By Truckers, The Bottle Rockets and Uncle Tupelo, Texan quartet Old 97's are hailed as pioneers of the alt-country movement of the late 90s, fusing power pop hooks with an old country twang. After 12 stellar studio albums, 2020 saw the release of their latest album 'Twelfth' and now they are heading on a brand new tour in 2024!