Hottest Concerts and Holiday Shows in Toronto This December 2025

Holiday lights are up, peppermint mochas are back, and Toronto’s live music scene is surely stacked. From nostalgic throwbacks to arena-shaking performances, this month’s lineup is one you don’t want to miss. So, here’s your ultimate guide to must-catch concerts and holiday shows in Toronto this December 2025.

Please note that concert details are subject to change. For the latest information, always check the official websites or social media pages.

Toronto Concerts December 2025: Your Guide to Tickets & Can’t-Miss Shows

Home Alone in Concert

Start your December with a healthy dose of chaos and Christmas cheer. The Toronto Symphony Orchestra performs John Williams’s unforgettable score live while Home Alone plays on the big screen.

When: December 4-7, 2025
Where: Roy Thomson Hall (60 Simcoe St, Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.tso.ca

Papa Roach – Rise of the Roach Tour

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Does your December mood lean more mosh pit than mistletoe? Papa Roach’s Rise of the Roach Tour celebrates 25 years of Infest with loud riffs, sweat, and pure catharsis. Add this one to your things to do in Toronto today list, especially if your inner 2000s kid still thrives.

When: December 5, 2025
Where: Coca-Cola Coliseum (19 Nunavut Rd, Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://paparoachmerch.com

A Charlie Brown Christmas – Live at the Symphony!

This December, you’ll hear the iconic Vince Guaraldi tunes performed live, complete with the kind of jazz that warms your soul faster than hot cocoa.

When: December 6-7, 2025
Where: Meridian Hall (1 Front St E, Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.tolive.com

Music Toronto: What Makes It Great with Rob Kapilow

Ever wondered why Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons gives you chills? Rob Kapilow breaks it all down with humour, heart, and a live orchestra to show you exactly what makes the music tick.

When: December 7, 2025
Where: Jane Mallett Theatre (Toronto Centre for the Arts, 27 Front St E, Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.tolive.com

Orchestra Toronto Presents: Seasonal Celebration with the Sultans of String

Get your festive groove on with Sultans of String, who mix global rhythms and holiday cheer. It’s festive, feel-good, and far from your average carol concert.

When: December 7, 2025
Where: The George Weston Recital Hall at the Meridian Arts Centre (5040 Yonge St., Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.orchestratoronto.ca

Mac DeMarco

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Mac DeMarco is back this holiday. And he’s bringing his signature chill sound and offbeat humour to the stage.

When: December 8-9, 2025
Where: Massey Hall (178 Victoria St, Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.macdemarco.com

Christmas with The Tenors Tour

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Need a little class with your carols? The Tenors blend pop and opera so seamlessly you’ll feel like you’re at a concert and a Hallmark movie at once.

When: December 8, 2025
Where: Roy Thomson Hall (60 Simcoe St, Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.tenorsmusic.com

TSO Holiday Pops

Holiday Pops is back with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra. It’s all the festive hits, sing-alongs, and sweeping strings your heart can handle.

When: December 10-11, 2025
Where: Roy Thomson Hall (60 Simcoe St, Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.tso.ca

Baroque and Beyond: Holiday Treats

You don’t need to be a music historian to love this one. Sinfonia Toronto’s Baroque and Beyond blends the best of centuries-old classics with modern compositions. Definitely worth penciling into your things to do in Toronto today schedule if you prefer something timeless.

When: December 11, 2025
Where: Trinity-St. Paul’s Centre (427 Bloor Street West, Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.sinfoniatoronto.com

David Tao – Soul Power II World Tour

Taiwanese R&B royalty David Tao takes over Toronto with his signature blend of soul, pop, and rock. Known for bringing Western grooves into the Mandopop world, his concerts are equal parts smooth and electric.

When: December 13, 2025
Where: Coca-Cola Coliseum (19 Nunavut Rd, Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.livenation.com

Songs of the Season: Nostalgic Movie Moments

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Grew up watching The Grinch, Elf, or Frozen? The Toronto Children’s Chorus performs songs from your favourite holiday movies.

When: December 14, 20025
Where: Roy Thomson Hall (60 Simcoe St, Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://roythomsonhall.mhrth.com

Burna Boy – No Sign of Weakness World Tour

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The Afro-fusion powerhouse himself, Burna Boy, brings his No Sign of Weakness world tour to Scotiabank Arena, and the energy is unmatched. Expect a mix of global rhythms, bold visuals, and stadium-filling confidence. It’s one of the top shows in the things to do in Toronto today lineup.

When: December 17-18, 2025
Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St., Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.onaspaceship.com

Air Supply

End the year on a soft note as Air Supply returns with the romantic ballads that defined a generation. From Lost in Love to The One That You Love, it’s a masterclass in soft-rock nostalgia.

When: December 17, 2025
Where: The Theatre at Great Canadian Toronto (1133 Queen’s Plate Dr, Etobicoke)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://airsupplymusic.com

Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings

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This December, you can experience holiday magic with Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings, where classic carols come to life at The Royal Theatre under a warm, flickering glow.

When: December 18 & 26, 2025
Where: The Royal Theatre (608 College St, Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight: Christmas Special Featuring “The Nutcracker” & More

For a dreamlike evening at Evergreen Brickworks, watch Candlelight’s Christmas Special. It fills the space with the sounds of The Nutcracker and other festive tunes.

When: December 19-20, 2025
Where: Evergreen Brickworks (550 Bayview Ave, Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://feverup.com

You’ve planned your nights out for music, now how about some festive sparkle? Find out exactly where to see the season’s most spectacular light displays in our guide to the Best Christmas Lights in Toronto & the GTA (2025).

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