With the holiday season here, Collin County is gearing up for a spectacular lineup of shows to light up the region. Whether you're planning a date night, a family outing or a solo adventure, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
As of publishing, tickets are still available for these shows.
Here’s Local Profile’s curated list of 2024 holiday plays and performances:
McKinney Performing Arts A Christmas Carol
When: Nov. 22 - Dec. 14 | Multiple show times
Where: 111 N. Tennessee St., McKinney
Tickets: Purchase here
This one-hour adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol has become a cherished annual tradition. Follow the journey of the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge as he is visited by ghosts who reveal the lessons of his past, present and future, challenging him to embrace the true meaning and spirit of Christmas.
Texas Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker
When: Nov. 29 - Dec. 1 | Multiple show times
Where: 2403 Flora St, Dallas
Tickets: Purchase here
Ring in the holiday season with this critically acclaimed version of The Nutcracker. Relaunched as a new production in 2013, this beloved ballet follows teenage Clara and her enchanted Nutcracker Prince on a thrilling adventure to the Kingdom of Sweets.
A Christmas Story The Musical
When: Dec. 5 - 8 | Multiple show times
Where: 302 Town Pl, Fairview
Tickets: Purchase here
Based on the beloved holiday movie that airs nonstop every Christmas, this hit musical follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker on his quest for the ultimate gift: an Official Red Ryder carbine-action 200-shot Range Model air rifle. Set in 1940s Hohman, Indiana, it’s a nostalgic and heartwarming holiday treat for the whole family.
Who Killed Rudolph
When: Dec. 6 - 21 | 7:30 p.m.
Where: 1400 Summit Ave Suite E, Plano
Tickets: Purchase here
Christmas is in chaos at the North Pole! Jack Frost has turned Santa's best reindeer into an ice queen, and Rudolph's been causing trouble — stealing candy canes, hoarding snow and sipping Santa's licorice drinks. But when someone takes matters into their own hands, it becomes a very violent Christmas. Can you solve the mystery before the North Pole Yeti Police do? Come dressed in your best Christmas tree attire, ugly sweaters or festive holiday gear for this thrilling holiday whodunit!
The Gift of Christmas
When: Dec. 6 - 15 | Multiple show times
Where: 6801 W Park Blvd, Plano
Tickets: Purchase here
The Gift of Christmas is a Prestonwood tradition and has become one of the biggest productions of North Texas’ Christmas season, with thousands of guests attending every year. This visually stunning multimedia event is complete with special effects, a nearly 1,000-member cast and choir, live orchestra, flying angels and more.
NTPA Scrooge The Musical
When: Dec. 11-22 | Multiple show times
Where: 1509 H Ave, Plano
Tickets: Purchase here
The 14th Annual production of Scrooge – The Musical returns bigger than ever, featuring its largest cast to date with over 100 adult and youth performers. This beloved holiday tradition has captivated nearly 20,000 audience members across North Texas. Directed for the seventh time by NTPA Vice President and ten-time Scrooge veteran Mike Mazur, this production promises to deliver a memorable experience. Local Profile is a media sponsor for this event.
The Nutcracker
When: Dec. 14 - 24 | Multiple show times
Where: 3030 Milrany Ln, Melissa
Tickets: Purchase here
Get in to the holiday spirit at Collin County Ballet Theatre's inaugural performance at the State of the Art Melissa Arts Center in Melissa. Join Clara on her journey as her magical Nutcracker comes to life and she’s swept through the Land of the Snow, and the Lemonade Sea to arrive in the Kingdom of the Sweets, where she meets the fantastical Sugar Plum Fairy.
A Drag Queen Christmas
When: Dec. 18 | 8 p.m.
Where: 909 1st Ave, Dallas
Tickets: Purchase here
The all-star queens of RuPaul's Drag Race are back to save Christmas, celebrating the 10th anniversary of A Drag Queen Christmas. Hosted by Nina West, this spectacular show features stars like Sasha Colby, Sapphira Cristal, Roxxxy Andrews and Angeria Paris VanMichaels. Get ready for a dazzling night of seasonal classics, fierce performances and holiday cheer. Dust off your finest festive looks and sashay to this unforgettable event.
Pentatonix
When: Dec. 22 | 7 p.m.
Where: 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas
Tickets: Purchase here
Kick off the holiday season with three-time Grammy winners Pentatonix! Rising to fame on NBC’s The Sing-Off, this iconic a cappella group has led the genre’s revival with record-breaking albums. Don’t miss their Hallelujah! It’s a Christmas Tour, spreading festive cheer across the country.
Cirque Musica
When: Dec. 27 | 7 p.m.
Where: 2601 Avenue of the Stars, Frisco
Tickets: Purchase here
Experience the magic of Cirque Musica’s Holiday Wonderland. Backed by a full symphony orchestra, this festive show combines breathtaking acrobatics, aerialists, dancers and jugglers with your favorite holiday hits. Perfect for all ages, it’s a dazzling celebration of music and thrilling performances that will ignite your holiday spirit.
For more holiday entertainment, check out Local Profile’s guide to holiday concerts in North Texas.
As of publishing, tickets are still available for these shows.
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