20+ Best Christmas Shows in Toronto 2025 (Nutcracker & More)
If you’re the type who can’t get enough of twinkling lights, holiday music, and stories that make you feel like a kid again, then you’re going to love what’s coming up this season. From festive musicals to classic ballets and laugh-out-loud comedies, this guide to the best Christmas shows in Toronto has all the must-see performances to get you in the spirit.
Event details are subject to change, so always verify the latest information on the official pages.
From The Nutcracker to The Muppets: Your 2025 Toronto Holiday Show Guide
The National Ballet of Canada: The Nutcracker
The National Ballet of Canada’s The Nutcracker, choreographed by James Kudelka, marks 30 magical years this season. Follow siblings Marie and Misha from a barn Christmas Eve party into the land of the Sugar Plum Fairy, set to Tchaikovsky’s legendary score.
- When: December 5-31, 2025
- Where: Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts (145 Queen Street West, Toronto)
- Tickets: Click here.
- Website: https://national.ballet.ca
- Best for: Ballet fans, families, and holiday traditionalists.
Candlelight Christmas Concerts in Toronto
If you’ve never experienced a concert by candlelight, this is your sign. These intimate performances bring holiday classics to life — from The Nutcracker to A Charlie Brown Christmas — bathed in a soft, golden glow.
- Candlelight: Christmas Classics: December 19-20 at Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)
- Candlelight: Christmas Special Featuring “The Nutcracker” & More: December 19-20 at Evergreen Brickworks (550 Bayview Avenue, Toronto)
- Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings: December 18 & 26 at The Royal Theatre (608 College Street, Toronto)
- Candlelight: Charlie Brown Christmas ft. Thompson Egbo-Egbo: December 27 at Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)
- Website: https://feverup.com
- Best for: Music lovers and date nights.
The Christmas Market
Set against the backdrop of a snowy market, this heartfelt play tells the story of three Caribbean migrant workers navigating friendship and belonging in a new land.
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- When: November 4-30, 2025
- Where: Crow’s Theatre (345 Carlaw Ave, Toronto)
- Tickets: Click here.
- Website: https://www.crowstheatre.com
- Best for: Theatre fans and anyone who loves powerful storytelling.
Predictable Holiday Rom-Com: The Musical
Finally, a holiday rom-com that knows it’s predictable. This laugh-out-loud musical flips every Hallmark-style trope into song, complete with over-the-top romance and clever humour.
- When: November 4-16, 2025
- Where: The Second City (1 York Street, Toronto)
- Tickets: Click here.
- Website: https://www.secondcity.com
- Best for: Comedy lovers.
Shrek The Musical
Fairy tales get a modern twist in this big-hearted musical at YPT. With catchy songs, goofy jokes, and familiar faces like Donkey and Fiona, Shrek The Musical is a reminder that being different is something to celebrate.
- When: November 13-December 30, 2025
- Where: 165 Front Street East, Toronto
- Tickets: Click here.
- Website: https://www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
- Best for: Families with kids.
Rizz The Season
This Second City holiday special brings chaotic comedy energy to the stage. So, gather your crew for a night that’s equal parts festive and unfiltered.
- When: November 18, 2025-January 4, 2026
- Where: The Second City (1 York Street, Toronto)
- Tickets: Click here.
- Website: https://www.secondcity.com
- Best for: Comedy fans and anyone who loves offbeat holiday fun.
Bloor-Yorkville Holiday Magic: Traditional Carolers
The sound of live carolers in the city? It remains unbeatable. Carolers in Victorian costumes fill the streets with classic Christmas tunes, giving Yorkville a touch of old-fashioned charm amid the modern sparkle.
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- When: December 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 2025
- Where: Throughout Bloor-Yorkville neighbourhood
- Tickets: Free
- Website: https://www.bloor-yorkville.com
- Best for: Families, couples, and those who love timeless traditions.
Rudolph Runs Wild
The Second City brings reindeer games to life with Rudolph Runs Wild, an interactive comedy show for all ages. Expect songs, sketches, and audience participation that turn the crowd into part of the performance.
- When: November 29-December 31, 2025
- Where: The Second City (1 York Street Toronto)
- Tickets: Click here.
- Website: https://www.secondcity.com
- Best for: Families and anyone looking to laugh through the holidays.
Disney in Concert: The Muppet Christmas Carol
Kermit, Miss Piggy, and the gang return for this live concert screening of The Muppet Christmas Carol. The TO Live Orchestra performs the score in sync with the film, adding an extra layer of magic to the holiday classic.
- When: November 28-29, 2025
- Where: Meridian Hall (1 Front St E, Toronto)
- Tickets: Click here.
- Website: https://www.tolive.com
- Best for: Families, Disney fans, and anyone chasing nostalgia.
Gay AF Christmas Spectacular!
It’s the Holi-gay season, and this annual comedy show at Comedy Bar never disappoints. Enjoy stand-up, drag, and musical numbers that’ll make your spirits bright.
- When: December 3, 2025
- Where: Comedy Bar Bloor (945 Bloor St West, Toronto)
- Tickets: Click here.
- Website: https://comedybar.ca
- Best for: LGBTQ+ audiences and anyone who loves smart, inclusive comedy.
A Christmas Story
Ralphie’s back, and yes, he still wants that Red Ryder BB gun. The stage version of this classic film brings all the iconic moments to life in a warm, fun way.
- When: December 5-20, 2025
- Where: Theatre Scarborough (3600 Kingston Road, Scarborough)
- Tickets: Click here.
- Website: https://theatrescarborough.godaddysites.com
- Best for: Families and fans of timeless holiday movies.
Pia Bouman School Presents: Nutcracker
Celebrating 40 years, the Pia Bouman School’s Nutcracker is Toronto’s longest-running family version of the classic ballet. Performed by local dancers, it’s a charming, community-rooted tradition that never fails to inspire.
- When: December 5-7, 2025
- Where: Lismer Hall (280 Quebec Avenue, Toronto)
- Tickets: Click here.
- Website: https://www.piaboumanschool.org
- Best for: Families, young dancers, and anyone who loves local theatre.
The National Ballet of Canada: The Winter’s Tale
This stunning production reimagines Shakespeare’s story of jealousy, loss, and redemption through dance. With breathtaking choreography and a powerful score, it’s one of the season’s most moving performances.
- When: November 14-21, 2025
- Where: Four Seasons Centre (145 Queen St W, Toronto)
- Tickets: Click here.
- Website: https://national.ballet.ca
- Best for: Ballet enthusiasts and fans of classic drama.
Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Holiday Train
One of Canada’s sweetest holiday traditions rolls back into town. The CPKC Holiday Train features live concerts from its deck and collects donations for local food banks along its route.
- When: November 29, 2025
- Where: 750 Runnymede Road, Toronto
- Tickets: Free (Donations to local food banks are appreciated)
- Website: https://www.cpkcr.com
- Best for: Families and community supporters.
A Charlie Brown Christmas
The Peanuts gang takes the stage for this heartwarming live adaptation at Meridian Hall. With a live orchestra performing Vince Guaraldi’s classic jazz score, it’s a holiday hug in musical form.
- When: December 6-7, 2025
- Where: Meridian Hall (1 Front St E, Toronto)
- Tickets: Click here.
- Website: https://www.tolive.com
- Best for: Families with kids.
Christmas With The Tenors Tour
The Tenors bring their powerful harmonies and operatic pop flair to the season. This concert is a mix of classic carols, original hits, and incredible vocals.
- When: December 8, 2025
- Where: Roy Thomson Hall (60 Simcoe St, Toronto)
- Tickets: Click here.
- Website: https://www.tenorsmusic.com
- Best for: Music lovers and fans of powerhouse vocals.
Christmas With The Clemons
This annual concert blends soulful performances with community spirit, featuring artists like Jully Black and Karl Wolf. Hosted by the Clemons family, proceeds support youth education programs.
- When: December 9, 2025
- Where: Koerner Hall (TELUS Centre, 273 Bloor St. W. Toronto)
- Tickets: Click here.
- Website: https://www.christmaswiththeclemons.ca
- Best for: Concertgoers, families, and those who love giving back.
Holiday! An Improvised Musical
No two shows are ever the same in this fully improvised musical party. The cast spins your suggestions into hilarious, heartfelt holiday vignettes that capture everything from love to office party chaos.
- When: December 10-20, 2025
- Where: Factory Theatre (125 Bathurst Street, Toronto)
- Tickets: Click here.
- Website: https://www.factorytheatre.ca
- Best for: Comedy lovers and fans of spontaneous theatre.
Toronto Welsh Male Voice Choir Christmas Concert
Get swept up in the rich harmonies of this beloved Toronto choir. Their annual concert fills Calvin Presbyterian Church with holiday classics that leave you humming long after.
- When: December 10, 2025
- Where: Calvin Presbyterian Church (26 Delisle Avenue, Toronto)
- Tickets: Click here.
- Website: https://torontowelshchoir.com
- Best for: Choir fans and anyone seeking traditional Christmas sounds.
Baroque and Beyond: Holiday Treats
Sinfonia Toronto presents a mix of classics and contemporary pieces in its festive concert. Expect Handel, Vivaldi, and even a modern Canadian composition.
- When: December 11, 2025
- Where: Trinity-St. Paul’s Centre (427 Bloor Street West, Toronto)
- Tickets: Click here.
- Website: https://www.sinfoniatoronto.com
- Best for: Classical music fans and concertgoers.
Songs of the Season: Nostalgic Movie Moments
The Toronto Children’s Chorus performs songs from beloved holiday films like Elf, Home Alone, and Frozen, plus traditional carols to end the night.
- When: December 14, 20025
- Where: Roy Thomson Hall (60 Simcoe St, Toronto)
- Tickets: Click here.
- Website: https://roythomsonhall.mhrth.com
- Best for: Families and anyone who loves holiday movie magic.
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- https://www.overheretoronto.com/hottest-concerts-and-holiday-shows-in-toronto-this-december-2025
- https://www.eventbrite.ca/d/canada–toronto/christmas-shows
- https://www.tinyfootstepstravel.com/christmas-in-toronto
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