Kid-friendly – Upcoming Concerts
Cascade Symphony Orchestra: Holiday Pops with Gershwin!
Monday, December 9, 2030 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm (PST)
Edmonds Center for the Arts, Edmonds, WA, United States
Holiday hits and other classical pops favorites featuring pianist Wayne Weng.
$27 / $22 / $15 / $10
O Nata Lux: A PLU Christmas Concert
Pacific Lutheran University Chorale,
Choir of the West, and
Pacific Lutheran University Symphony Orchestra
Monday, December 9, 2030 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm (PST)
Benaroya Hall - S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium, Seattle, WA, United States
The Choir of the West, University Chorale, and University Symphony Orchestra present their annual Christmas concert, featuring works by Dan Forrest, Eric Whitacre, Morten Lauridsen, Benjamin Britten, and others, mixed with traditional carols and seasonal favorites.
$36 / $31 / $26 / $18 / $6
Meany Center presents Jonathan Biss: Celebrating Beethoven Part II
Wednesday, December 11, 2030 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm (PST)
Meany Hall for the Performing Arts, Seattle, WA, United States
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 25 in G major, Op. 79
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 11 in B-flat major, Op. 22
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp minor, Op. 27 No. 2 “Moonlight”
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 24 in F-sharp major, Op. 78 “À Thérèse”
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 30 in E major, Op. 109
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 11 in B-flat major, Op. 22
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp minor, Op. 27 No. 2 “Moonlight”
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 24 in F-sharp major, Op. 78 “À Thérèse”
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 30 in E major, Op. 109
$41-$49 (FREE ages 5-17)
Meany Center presents Jonathan Biss: Celebrating Beethoven Part I – Redux
Thursday, December 12, 2030 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm (PST)
Meany Studio Theater at Meany Hall, Seattle, WA, United States
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 4 in E-flat major, Op. 7 "Grand"
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 17 in D minor, Op. 31 No. 2 "Tempest"
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 5 in C minor, Op. 10 No. 1
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata No 23 in F minor, Op. 57 "Appassionata"
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 17 in D minor, Op. 31 No. 2 "Tempest"
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 5 in C minor, Op. 10 No. 1
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata No 23 in F minor, Op. 57 "Appassionata"
$41-$49 (FREE ages 5-17)
Pacific Northwest Ballet: George Balanchine's 'The Nutcracker'
Thursday, December 12, 2030 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm (PST)
McCaw Hall, Seattle, WA, United States
A memory-making tradition for generations of families and friends, this holiday classic is a fantastical combination of Ian Falconer’s unique design, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s beloved score, and the entire PNB Company in show-stopping roles.
$27-$190
Music at St. James Cathedral: A Service of Readings & Carols
Friday, December 13, 2030 @ 7:30pm – 9:00pm (PST)
St. James Cathedral, Seattle, WA, United States
Cathedral youth and adult choirs, organ, and brass lead the congregation in carol singing, including Silent night in the glow of candlelight, plus music and readings from Holy Scripture.
Free (Free)
Lake Washington Symphony Orchestra: Christmas Pops
Friday, December 13, 2030 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm (PST)
Westminster Chapel, Bellevue, WA, United States
Join the Westminster Chapel Choir and LWSO for some of your holiday favorites in this sensory-friendly concert.
$15-$20
Pacific Northwest Ballet: George Balanchine's 'The Nutcracker'
Friday, December 13, 2030 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm (PST)
McCaw Hall, Seattle, WA, United States
A memory-making tradition for generations of families and friends, this holiday classic is a fantastical combination of Ian Falconer’s unique design, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s beloved score, and the entire PNB Company in show-stopping roles.
$27-$190
Bells of the Sound Holiday Concert: Christmas Past & Present
Friday, December 13, 2030 @ 7:30pm – 8:45pm (PST)
Trinity Lutheran Church, Lynnwood, WA, United States
Join Puget Sound's premier handbell ensemble as we sweep you away with the songs you know and love and new soon-to-be favorites!
$15 / $10 / free
Seattle Symphony Family Concert: The Snowman
Saturday, December 14, 2030 @ 11:00am – 11:45am (PST)
Benaroya Hall - S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium, Seattle, WA, United States
Edward Pola and George Wyle – It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
Johannes Brahms – Chorale Prelude Op. 122, No. 8: "Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming"
James Lord Pierpont, arr. Joe Crnko – Jingle Bells
Traditional – We Wish You a Merry Christmas
Howard Blake – The Snowman
Johannes Brahms – Chorale Prelude Op. 122, No. 8: "Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming"
James Lord Pierpont, arr. Joe Crnko – Jingle Bells
Traditional – We Wish You a Merry Christmas
Howard Blake – The Snowman
$25 ($15 student/senior)
Orchestra Seattle & Seattle Chamber Singers: Messiah [SOLD OUT]
Saturday, December 14, 2030 @ 2:00pm – 5:00pm (PST)
Plymouth Congregational Church, Seattle, WA, United States
A timeless classic and a Seattle tradition. Join OSSCS as they present the region’s only performances of George Frideric Handel’s full and unabridged score of Messiah.
$25 / $20 / $10 / FREE for youth
Pacific Northwest Ballet: George Balanchine's 'The Nutcracker'
Saturday, December 14, 2030 @ 2:00pm – 4:00pm (PST)
McCaw Hall, Seattle, WA, United States
A memory-making tradition for generations of families and friends, this holiday classic is a fantastical combination of Ian Falconer’s unique design, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s beloved score, and the entire PNB Company in show-stopping roles.
$27-$190
Christmas Memories Brass Choir Holiday Show
Saturday, December 14, 2030 @ 2:00pm – 3:30pm (PST)
Westminster Presbyterian Church, Olympia, WA, United States
A delightful afternoon out for family, friends, and co-workers.
$26 / $10 / $5
Seattle Festival Orchestra: Holiday Extravaganza Family Concert
Saturday, December 14, 2030 @ 3:00pm – 5:00pm (PST)
Faith Lutheran Church, Seattle, WA, United States
Johann Strauss II – Overture to Die Fledermaus
Traditional (arr. Bill Holcombe) – Festive Sounds on Hannukah
Émile Waldteufel – Les Patineurs ("Skater’s Waltz")
Frank W. Milholland – Santa’s Reindeer Team
John Finnegan – Christmas Singalong
Leroy Anderson – Sleigh Ride
Traditional (arr. Bill Holcombe) – Festive Sounds on Hannukah
Émile Waldteufel – Les Patineurs ("Skater’s Waltz")
Frank W. Milholland – Santa’s Reindeer Team
John Finnegan – Christmas Singalong
Leroy Anderson – Sleigh Ride
$18 / $14 / $5 / under age 5 FREE
Emerald City Ringers presents Wizards in Winter
Saturday, December 14, 2030 @ 4:00pm – 5:00pm (PST)
St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, Renton, WA, United States
A holiday handbell concert suitable for the whole family including arrangements of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra hits Christmas Eve/Sarajevo 24/7 and Wizards in Winter and more.
$5-$12 suggested donation (families $30)
Lake Washington Symphony Orchestra: Christmas Pops
Saturday, December 14, 2030 @ 6:00pm – 8:00pm (PST)
Westminster Chapel, Bellevue, WA, United States
Join the Westminster Chapel Choir and LWSO for some of your holiday favorites in this sensory-friendly concert.
$15 / $20
Bells of the Sound Holiday Concert: Christmas Past & Present
Saturday, December 14, 2030 @ 7:00pm – 8:15pm (PST)
Woodland Park Presbyterian Church, Seattle, WA, United States
Join Puget Sound's premier handbell ensemble as we sweep you away with the songs you know and love and new soon-to-be favorites!
$15 / $10 / free
Jazzin' with the Classics by Candlelight for Christmas
Saturday, December 14, 2030 @ 7:00pm – 9:00pm (PST)
Faith Lutheran Church, Seattle, WA, United States
Classical and jazz artists meld their musical perspectives and personalities in an unusual collaboration and festive celebration of the Yuletide season that is guaranteed to generate an abundance of Christmas cheer.
$15-$25 suggested donation (age 18 & under free)
Northwest Chamber Chorus: A Child's Christmas in Wales
Saturday, December 14, 2030 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm (PST)
Phinney Ridge Lutheran Church, Seattle, WA, United States
Traditional carols interspersed with Dylan Thomas’ joyous storytelling, narrated by actor David Pichette.
$25 / $20 / Free
Rainier Symphony: Joyous Celebration
Saturday, December 14, 2030 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm (PST)
Foster Performing Arts Center, Tukwila, WA, United States
Traditional holiday carols and sing-along with selections by Tchaikovsky, Handel, Vaughan Williams, and more.
$20 / $14 / free