The holiday season in Richmond shines bright with music, magic, and merriment — from parades that fill Broad Street with cheer to breathtaking performances that light up the stage. Whether you’re a family looking for festive fun or a couple planning a cozy night out, there’s something magical waiting for you this year.
Bundle up, grab some cocoa, and explore the best parades, plays, and performances happening across RVA this holiday season!
🎪 A Magical Cirque Christmas
📅 Tuesday, November 18, 2025 – 7:30 PM
📍 Altria Theater
🎟️ Tickets Required – Buy Early
Step into a world of wonder with A Magical Cirque Christmas, a dazzling holiday variety show that captivates audiences of all ages. Bursting with festive charm, laugh-out-loud comedy, and heartwarming magic, this high-flying spectacle showcases the extraordinary talents of elite cirque performers from around the world.
✨ Why Go:
- Family-friendly mix of circus magic and music
- World-class acrobatics with a holiday twist
- Perfect kickoff to the holiday season
🎵 Let It Snow! with the Richmond Symphony
📅 Saturday, November 29, 2025 – 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
📍 Carpenter Theatre at Dominion Energy Center
🎟️ Tickets Available Now
It wouldn’t be the holidays without Richmond’s favorite musical tradition! ❄️
Join the Richmond Symphony and Richmond Symphony Chorus for Let It Snow! — a festive concert that fills the Carpenter Theatre with the sounds of the season. Celebrate Thanksgiving weekend with classic carols and cheerful singalongs that will have everyone smiling.
✨ Why Go:
- Beloved annual symphony holiday show
- Two performances to fit your schedule
- A warm, musical start to the season
🎺 Pops: Holiday Brass with the Richmond Symphony
📅 Sunday, November 30, 2025 – 3:00 PM
📍 Dominion Energy Center for the Performing Arts, 600 E. Grace Street, Richmond, VA 23219
💲 Tickets Start at $20
☎️ (804) 788-1212
🚪 Doors Open: 2:00 PM
🎶 Deck the halls — with Holiday Brass!
Enjoy a shimmering celebration of holiday hits performed by the brass musicians of the Richmond Symphony. With bright harmonies and bold fanfares, this family-friendly show captures the joy of the holidays through the rich, golden sound of brass instruments.
✨ Why Go:
- Uplifting symphonic holiday classics
- Affordable, family-friendly concert
- Perfect Sunday outing
🎅 Dominion Energy Christmas Parade
📅 Saturday, December 6, 2025 – 10:15 AM
📍 Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23219
💲 Free Admission
☎️ (804) 293-0258
Kick off December with Richmond’s most cherished holiday tradition — the 42nd Annual Dominion Energy Christmas Parade! 🎈This colorful procession fills Broad Street with floats, balloons, marching bands, dancers, and Legendary Santa. Starting at the Science Museum of Virginia and traveling east to 7th Street, the parade is a joyful celebration of community and holiday spirit.
✨ Highlights:
- 40+ years of Richmond tradition
- Giant floats, superheroes, and Santa
- Free family fun — also airs live on WTVR CBS6
🩰 The Nutcracker with the Richmond Ballet
📅 December 6–23, 2025
📍 Carpenter Theatre at Dominion Energy Center
🎟️ Tickets On Sale Now
Experience the timeless wonder of The Nutcracker, Richmond Ballet’s cherished holiday tradition. Set to Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score, performed live by the Richmond Symphony, this enchanting production whisks audiences away to a winter wonderland of dancing snowflakes, toy soldiers, and the Sugar Plum Fairy.
✨ Why Go:
- Iconic Richmond holiday experience
- Live orchestra and breathtaking sets
- Perfect for families, first-timers, and ballet lovers
🎠 Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
📅 Monday, December 15, 2025 – 7:30 PM
📍 Altria Theater, Richmond, VA
🎟️ Tickets On Sale Now
🚪 Doors Open: 1 Hour Before Showtime
Experience the magic of cirque and holiday music combined in this year’s Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland! A breathtaking blend of world-class acrobatics, soaring aerials, and live holiday tunes, this show transforms Altria Theater into a dazzling winter dreamscape.
✨ Why Go:
- Thrilling cirque artistry meets Christmas classics
- All-new production for 2025
- A festive experience for all ages
🎩 A Christmas Carol
📅 December 5–24, 2025 (Dates may vary; check theater schedule)
📍 Virginia Rep Center, 114 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA
🎟️ Tickets Available Now
Rediscover the timeless tale of redemption and joy with Virginia Rep’s production of A Christmas Carol.
Join Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim, and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future in this beloved stage adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic story. With music, laughter, and a heartfelt message, this family favorite reminds us all of the true spirit of the season.
✨ Why Go:
- A Richmond holiday theatre tradition
- Perfect for families and students
- Inspiring story with a powerful message of hope and kindness
🌟 Celebrate the Magic of the Season
From Broad Street’s parade of lights to symphony concerts, ballets, and heartwarming plays, Richmond’s stages and streets come alive with the magic of the holidays. Whether you’re attending with family, friends, or that special someone, these events promise joy, wonder, and unforgettable memories.
✨ Make this year a season to remember — filled with lights, laughter, and the unmistakable holiday spirit of Richmond.
