The 2024 holiday season is upon us and there’s no better way to embrace the Christmas spirit than by enjoying music and theater at one of Corpus Christi’s entertainment venues. Watch your favorite holiday tales and tunes come to life by passionate local performers this holiday season. Get the full guide to the holidays in Corpus Christi here.
A Christmas Carol
November 29 - December 22 | Friday & Saturday - 7:30 PM; Sunday - 2:30 PM
Come see a timeless classic that follows Ebenezer Scrooge on Christmas Eve while he encounters the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future, leading him to ultimately discover the true spirit of Christmas. This Broadway version of A Christmas Carol will be staged at the Harbor Playhouse and is directed by Laurel Brashears with musical influence from award-winning composer, Alan Menken.
The Nutcracker
December 7-8, 14-15 | Saturday - 7:30 PM; Sunday - 3:00 PM
Christmas isn’t Christmas without the famous ballet, The Nutcracker! Many families make it an annual tradition to see this classic story of a young girl's journey to a magical land on Christmas Eve with a Mouse King, toy soldiers, and a handsome prince. The high-quality production performed by award-winning dancers and ballerinas will sweep you off your feet! Watch this live show at the American Bank Center Selena Auditorium.
A Merry-Achi Christmas
December 21 | 8:00 PM
Celebrate the holidays with the electrifying sounds of Mariachi Sol de Mexico at the American Bank Center Selena Auditorium! Led by renowned mariachi maestro Jose Hernandez, this iconic 13-piece ensemble brings their signature passion and artistry to Corpus Christi for a night of festive cheer. Experience a joyful fusion of traditional Mexican carols and American Christmas classics, all performed with the vibrant energy only mariachi music can deliver. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of holiday magic!
Home for the Holidays
December 14 | 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
The Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Performing Arts Center is hosting the longtime holiday crowd-pleaser "Home for the Holidays," where the Corpus Christi Symphony Orchestra will be joined by local choirs to offer a delightful mix of carols, seasonal favorites, and the popular sing-a-long with Santa Claus himself. Enjoy the show in the world-class concert hall featuring state-of-the-art acoustics, and a striking glass-walled lobby that offers a beautiful 360-degree view of the Corpus Christi Bay and the downtown skyline. This year's featured guest is Steve Amerson, known as "America's Tenor" whose voice is heard in hundreds of films, TV commercials, videos, recordings, and at important patriotic events.
Abuelita’s Christmas Carol
December 21 | 2:30 PM
Ring in the holiday season with a Tex-Mex holiday classic that follows the spicy Rosita, aka “Abuelita,” inspired by writer and performer, Alex Garza’s real-life grandmother, Rosa. The show includes the same wacky and dear cast of characters, including Lucas, Pedro, Feliza, and the pig ghost named Agapito, along with more music than before. Don’t miss this heartwarming tale at the Aurora Arts Theatre.
A Christmas Story, The Musical
November 15 - January 4 | Friday & Saturday - 7:30 PM; Sunday - 2:30 PM
Experience the holiday magic with A Christmas Story, The Musical at Aurora Arts Theatre, where Ralphie Parker's unforgettable 1940s quest for a Red Ryder BB gun comes to life with music, laughter, and all the iconic moments fans love. From Flick’s frozen flagpole to the legendary leg lamp, this classic tale promises festive fun for all ages.
