We have so many holiday shows, Christmas pageants, concerts, and other holiday entertainment in Wichita, and it’s difficult to keep track of them all! Here’s where we’ll be posting new ones as we find them.
In this list you’ll find productions from community theaters, concerts from local musical groups, student performances, Christmas movies on the big screen, and more. Some will be family-friendly while others are just for grown-ups! We also have a listing of Wichita Nutcracker performances as well!
All of them will be fairly inexpensive, and if we find out about a discount on the typically more expensive events, we’ll let you know about those here too.
2024 Christmas Shows and Concerts in the Wichita Area
Celebrate the holidays with entertainment. As always, click on the links to get more information about shows you’re interested in. And if you know of an inexpensive holiday concert or show that we’ve missed, please let us know in the comments!
The Runaway Snowman Wichita Children’s Theater participatory show for kids ages 2+, performed by a professional adult acting company. Noon-time performances can come with pizza for an additional fee.
- Date: December 4-7, 2024
- Times: 10 a.m. or noon
- Location: 201 Lulu, in Wichita, KS
- Cost: Tickets range in price from $6-$11
- Get all the details here at Wichita Children’s Theater & Dance Center Upcoming Shows.
Friends University Christmas Candlelight Concert This classic Wichita holiday event is back in the Friends University Sebits auditorium stage, featuring The Singing Quakers and Concert Choir. The choirs will be joined by students from Friends’ band, jazz, dance and art programs.
- Dates & Times:
- Friday, December 6 at 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, December 7 at 7:30 p.m.
- Sunday, December 8 at 2 p.m.
- Location: Sebits Auditorium, 2100 W. University Ave, Wichita, KS 67213
- Cost: $16 Adult, $12 Students and Seniors
- Read more info at: www.friends.edu/finearts/fine-arts-tickets/
WSU Candlelight Concert Welcome the Holiday Season with the traditional sounds of the Wichita State University Choral Department. Under the direction of Dr. Ryan Beeken and Dr. Tom Wine, Madrigal Singers, Concert Chorale, WuChoir and ShockerChoir will perform holiday selections.
- Dates & Times:
- Friday, December 6 at 7:30 pm
- Saturday, December 7 at 7:30 pm
- Sunday, December 8 at 4:30 pm
- Location: Wiedemann Hall,
- Cost: Free advanced tickets for WSU Students, $12 Adult, $10 Senior/Military/Faculty/Staff, $6 Child/Student
- Purchase tickets and get more information at the WSU School of Music Event Information page
FREE Event: Spirit of the Season FREE Symphony Concert This annual free, family-friendly concert is a Wichita tradition. Get your tickets the minute they become available so you don’t miss out.
- Date: December 10, 2024
- Times: 7:30 pm
- Location: Century II Performing Arts Center, 225 W. Douglas in downtown Wichita, Kansas
- Cost: FREE
- Celebrate the season at this one-hour concert filled with your favorite Christmas carols and holiday hits performed by your Wichita Symphony. Canned food donations for the Kansas Food Bank will be accepted, as well as cash donations for the Wichita Symphony’s education programs. Read more in our article: Free Wichita Symphony Christmas Concert
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever A children’s show recommended for ages 5+ and performed by both children and adults. This is the 41st anniversary of this outrageous comedy.
- Date: December 11-13, 2024
- Times: See show website for full schedule
- Location: Newman University
- Cost: See show website
- Read more info at the Wichita Children’s Theater & Dance Center Upcoming Shows
Wichita Nutcracker Shows
While there aren’t a lot of discounts or coupons for Nutcracker performances, we’re just happy to have organizations in Wichita that provide excellent quality shows. Just remember! Before you buy tickets to any Christmas show, check Groupon in case they have any discounts.
Here’s another money-saving tip: Instead of buying an expensive Nutcracker ornament at a show, why not hit up Michael’s or Hobby Lobby beforehand for a nice-but-less-expensive one? Your kids are definitely going to want one after seeing the ballet!
Metropolitan Ballet Wichita Nutcracker Here is yet another Christmas show families look forward to every year. There will be two performances on Thanksgiving weekend this year.
- Dates: November 30 & December 1, 2024
- Times: 7 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday
- Location: Century II Performing Arts Center, 225 W. Douglas in downtown Wichita, Kansas
- Cost: $15 per person up to $45 per person
- Read more about it at their website: Metropolitan Ballet’s The Nutcracker
Short & Suite Nutcracker This abbreviated production of The Nutcracker by Midwest Dance Mechani is a favorite annual show for many Wichitans. It includes much more than just the show, and Santa is scheduled to appear before each show!
- Dates & Times:
- Friday, December 6 at 6:30 p.m.
- Saturday, December 7 at 2:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
- Sunday, December 8 at 5:30 p.m.
- Location: Inside VIMA Church, 9112 E. Central Ave., Wichita, KS
- Cost: $28 Adult, $16 Child
- Read more info at: www.dancemechanix.biz/nutcracker
Ballet Wichita Nutcracker Tickets are already on sale for the 50th anniversary of this classic ballet, which will be held at Century II.
- Dates: December 13-15, 2024
- Times: Evening and matinee performances available. See ticket website for full schedule.
- Location: Century II
- Cost: $27 to $59
- Read more info at balletwichita.com
Can’t get enough of the Holidays? Check out these Holly Jolly posts!
- Holiday movies in Wichita
- Day-by-day guide to Christmas and holiday events in Wichita
- Where to see Christmas lights in Wichita
- Holiday Markets and Christmas Craft Shows
- Visits with Santa
Do you know of a holiday show we’ve missed? Tell us about your live theater, music, or dance event! Be sure to include the following details:
