12 Christmas Shows Worth Booking

1.Hughes Brothers Christmas Show in Branson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 162 reviews · from $50Our pick

Spend about two hours with the Hughes family at their Branson theater for Christmas harmonies, dancing, handbells, violin, humor, and a moving Santa presentation focused on the meaning of Christmas. Admission costs $50 per person, and the show suits families and Christmas fans.

“We really enjoyed the violin song and the baby Jesus song. The dancing was also very good. The humor wasn't bad. The family connections were sweet.”

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2.Original Motown Christmas Tribute Show

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 90 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $64

Spend about two hours at GTS Theatre with a holiday Motown cabaret featuring music linked to the Jackson 5, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, and other Detroit greats. Expect strong vocals, costume changes, Christmas songs, crowd participation, and first-come, first-served Bronze seating.

“The most memorable part of this experience was this trip was my husband and I 19th wedding anniversaries and they made it special with singing a special song for the couples. Loved it. We will be back.”

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3.Freiburg: Christmas Drag Show Walk with Betty BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 55 reviews · 1 hour · from $44

Join Schwarzwald drag queen Betty BBQ for a 60 to 70 minute Christmas walk through Freiburg. Expect comedy, city stories, festive gossip, and Betty’s trademark Schallala rather than a traditional history tour. The experience is for adults, conducted in German, and held outdoors in all weather.

“Schöner Spaziergang durch das winterlich beleuchtete Freiburg mit Betty BBQ. Er/Sie konnte uns interessante Anekdoten über Freiburg erzählen und hat Stimmung in die Gruppe gebracht”

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4.New Year’s Eve Party Cruise with Food & Live Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 52 reviews · 6 hours · from $341

Spend six hours aboard the elegant Gróf Széchenyi, sailing past Budapest's lit monuments while enjoying a five-course dinner, unlimited drinks, Rajkó Ensemble folk music and dancing, a midnight buffet, and a DJ. Choose a meat, poultry, or vegetarian menu before you go.

“Repas n’est pas raffiné! Cher pour rien!!!! Pas beaucoup d’ambiance.”

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5.Magic of Christmas Show at Las Vegas Magic Theater on Las Vegas Blvd

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 26 reviews · 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.) · from $55

At the Las Vegas Magic Theater, a magician presents a Christmas-themed, audience-involved show just feet from your seat. The small 40-seat room makes every trick feel personal. Your ticket includes popcorn and a non-alcoholic drink, with several seating sections available at different prices.

“Great experience. Very kid friendly. Everyone enjoyed themselves. Will visit again soon. Great night.”

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6.Viva’s Big Christmas Show Night Out! Christmas’s Party Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $31

Spend a festive evening at Viva Blackpool, with doors opening at 6pm for food and drinks before a Christmas party show at about 8pm. Expect comedy, singers, dancers, seasonal songs, party numbers, and host Leye D Johns. The experience lasts about three hours and is for ages 16 and over.

“Came to Blackpool for our Christmas do, and safe to say I was pleasently surprised. Entertainment was outstanding and a really good laugh. Staff were spot on and couldn't help enough. Would recommend.”

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7.New Year’s Eve Fireworks show on a Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 10 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $190

Join Love Boats UAE at Dubai Marina for a 2.5-hour English-led RIB cruise on New Year’s Eve. Ride past Atlantis and Burj Al Arab, then anchor near the sail-shaped hotel for fireworks, soft drinks, water, blankets, and distant views toward Burj Khalifa.

“We appreciate the professionalism of the staff, especially in controlling the boat in waves, interest in clients and their satisfaction and safety. Thank you all again. Jana and Bohdan from Prague.”

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8.Nashville: Country Christmas Music Show at the Opry House

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 9 reviews · from $64

Spend an evening at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry House for a country Christmas concert featuring holiday favorites and major country artists. Past performers have included Lauren Alaina, Scotty McCreery, Lady A, Chris Janson, and the Gatlin Brothers. You receive a reserved seat, but food, drinks, and transport cost extra.

“Hot and cold comes out "Average". The hot was Scotty McMreery, an energetic, excellent showman who gave us just what we were hoping for. (It would have been great if he who had inducted him into the Hall of Fame had sang a duet with Scotty.) The cold was the Gatlin Brothers. Living off their past glorious harmonies, they are long past their sell-by date. Larry was so ill he should have stayed off-stage instead of croaking along while the others just sang like any of us in the audience could have done. Three old guys just passing an evening. The MC was exceptional !! Clever, witty, he had command…”

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9.NYE with Comedy Show, Unlimited Drinks and Fireworks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1h 30m · from $29Best value

Spend New Year’s Eve at Metro Comedy Club, just off Charles Bridge, with a 90-minute English comedy show by five Central European comedians, unlimited drinks, dancing, and fireworks over Prague Castle and Charles Bridge at midnight.

“Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We are so happy you had a great time at Metro Comedy and really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Hopefully we’ll see you back for another night of laughs next time you’re in Prague! 😄🎤”

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10.Bunratty Christmas Dinner and Show – A” Winter’s Tale”

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 5 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $72

At 7:30 pm, explore Bunratty Castle and Folk Park’s 26 festive acres before or around a Christmas dinner and show, A Winter’s Tale. Expect illuminated displays, seasonal characters, possible Polar Express and carousel rides, plus singing and performances from the Shannon Heritage team.

“In my 14yrs as a parent going to see Santa this is by far the worst experience EVER. They are literally trying to get as many people in as possible and charging crazy prices for the privilege. After having spoken to others about the terrible experience I have heard I am not the only one to be disappointed and it's been the same for years! Same on you all for letting money come before the children's magical experience. The worst entertainment I've ever seen for all the waiting you have to do! Only decent person was the lovely lady in the sweet shop who helped us. The Santa prefab is…”

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11.Drive through Christmas Lights Show

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 40 days (approx.)

Drive your own vehicle through Lincoln’s Christmas Lights Show at Star City Shores from November 13, 2026, through January 2, 2027. The lights move with a radio soundtrack, and one $39 ticket covers a group of up to eight people. Constantine and the gate team handle arrivals.

“A great experience. Loved the colors and the music. Equally as great as one I saw in Chicago last year. Appreciate all the work necessary for such a wonderful production.”

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12.Admission to Step Into Christmas with Elton John Tribute Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $58

At Myrtle Beach’s GTS Theatre, Bill Connors performs as Elton John in a 110-minute holiday concert. Expect Christmas songs, major Elton hits, colorful costumes, piano-led showmanship, and carefully copied mannerisms. Seats are assigned by the theater, and snacks and drinks are available to buy.

“The show was excellent. The only negative was the sound people kept talking above us and we could hear them. The theater and was was perfect”

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