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The New York Pops - Sleigh Bells Ring at Carnegie Hall

The New York Pops celebrates the season with Derek Klena and Lindsay Mendez. A New York City tradition, this festive evening of classic carols and new holiday favorites fills Carnegie Hall with cheer.
Dates: 
12/18/2026
12/19/2026
8 pm
Location: 
Carnegie Hall, 7th Avenue, NYC, New York, NY 10019, United States
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Vienna Boys Choir at Carnegie Hall

December 20, 2026 - The Vienna Boys Choir returns to Carnegie Hall for a holiday family tradition that has spanned decades. These child singers have captivated audiences worldwide for over six centuries with their pure tone, distinctive charm, and wide-ranging repertoire. One of five touring choirs whose members hail from dozens of nations, the ensemble performs more than 300 concerts annually. Christmas in Vienna blends classical masterworks, international folk and popular songs, and seasonal favorites.
Dates: 
12/20/2026
2 pm
Location: 
Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, 7th Avenue, New York, NY, USA
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Holidays with the Princeton Nassoons at Carnegie Hall

Founded in 1941, the Nassoons are Princeton University’s oldest a cappella group and the fifth oldest in the United States. For more than 85 years, they have performed around the world, with tours taking them to China, Japan, the United Kingdom, South Korea, Puerto Rico, and Spain. They have also performed for heads of state, multiple US presidents, and artists including Ella Fitzgerald, Gustavo Dudamel, and GRAMMY® winner Laufey. Their distinctive five-part harmony blends choral and jazz traditions with contemporary flair.
Dates: 
12/11/2026
8 pm
Location: 
Carnegie Hall, 7th Avenue, NYC, New York, NY 10019, United States
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WICKEDLY FUN! at Open Arts Alliance (Grades 1-6)

November 21, 2026 - Defy gravity with us! Students in grades 1–6 will join choreographer, Morgan India Miller, for a fun-filled morning of movement, creativity, and musical theater magic inspired by the music from the hit Broadway musical Wicked. Dancers will begin with a warm-up and floor work exercises before learning an exciting dance combination set to a song from the show. Whether your child loves to dance or perform, this one-day workshop is the perfect way to build confidence, make friends, and have a blast dancing through Oz!
Dates: 
11/21/2026
10:00 – 11:30 am
Location: 
Open Arts Alliance, 299 Greenwich Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06830, United States
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GLOW Wild Lantern Festival - Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo

Journey through a breathtaking wonderland of illuminated larger-than-life lanterns inspired by wildlife from around the world at GLOW Wild presented by ASML. This unforgettable nighttime experience features more than 40 spectacular displays and hundreds of new handcrafted illuminated lanterns and interactive experiences, transforming Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo into one of the region's premier fall attractions.
Dates: 
11/12/2026
11/13/2026
11/14/2026
5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: 
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06610, USA
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2026 Radio City Rockettes’ Christmas Spectacular

Starting November 4, 2026 - The Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes returns to Radio City Music Hall Nov 4, 2026 with 230 performances — the most ever — and now featuring TEN show-stopping Rockettes numbers! Secure your tickets today!
Dates: 
11/10/2026
11/11/2026
11/12/2026
Show Times Vary
Location: 
Radio City Music Hall, 6th Avenue, New York, NY, USA
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FREE Letter from Santa, mailed to your child - Santamailer.com **ORDER BY DEC 12!

Get a letter from Santa mailed to your child: a personalized letter from the North Pole with your child's name, mailed in a hand-addressed envelope. The letter is free; you cover $6.99 shipping. Want the real thing? Upgrade to a handwritten letter from Santa, written start to finish by a real person with a pen ($39.99, shipping included). Order by December 12.
Dates: 
11/10/2026
11/11/2026
11/12/2026
12:00am
Location: 
Online Only
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Connecticut Post Mall Share the Warmth

Help Us Share the Warmth This Season! Connecticut Post Mall is proud to partner with One Warm Coat this season. Together, we can spread warmth and hope to those in need. October 15 – December 31 you can drop off your new or gently used coats in the white donation boxes located upper level next to Macy's.
Dates: 
11/10/2026
11/11/2026
11/12/2026
Mall hours
Location: 
Connecticut Post Mall, 1201 Boston Post Rd, Milford, CT 06460, United States
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Fall Music Kids Class

Join us for a fun and engaging music class designed for newborns to 5-year-olds—where little ones and their caregivers can bond, play, and groove to the rhythm of joy! songs for seeds is a fun-filled, weekly interactive class where children can explore music, movement, and play in an engaging environment. While the program runs as a semester, families are welcome to drop in or start at any time—because the joy of music is always in season!
Dates: 
11/10/2026
11/11/2026
11/17/2026
9:30 am, 10:30, 11:30
Location: 
YWCA in Greenwich
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Mermaids at Mystic Aquarium!

Mermaids are swimming back the first three Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays in November: November 6-8, 13-15, 20-22. Back by popular demand, Mermaids at Mystic is making a splash this fall! Dive into an enchanting underwater experience and see mermaids take to the water in one of our habitats — included with general admission!
Dates: 
11/13/2026
11/14/2026
11/15/2026
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Location: 
55 Coogan Boulevard, Mystic, CT, USA
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Concert of the Future: "A Christmas Dream" at Carnegie Hall

This mindfulness concert blends classical masterpieces with immersive meditative sounds in a calming candlelight atmosphere. Performed by international soloists, the program—originating in Vienna, Brussels, Dubai, and Miami, and now in New York—invites audiences to hear and “feel” music as a space for inner peace and emotional renewal. In the future, and in today’s overstimulated world, humanity seeks grounding in silence and sound. This multi-sensory journey offers calm and imagination, where musical tradition meets a fresh approach.
Dates: 
12/27/2026
2 pm and 7 pm
Location: 
Carnegie Hall, 7th Avenue, NYC, New York, NY 10019, United States
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Free Online Class - Advanced Reading - Grades 3-8

This free one-hour, online class is a sample of the 8-week Advanced Reading Course (ARC) for grades 3-8. In this class, which starts Saturday, Nov 7, students will learn how to track the plot of a story and support their answers with the best evidence. The free class is offered at no obligation so parents can determine if ARC is right for their child.
Dates: 
11/14/2026
11/15/2026
11/21/2026
10:30 AM
Location: 
455 Market Street, San Francisco, CA, USA
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DCINY: Jubilaeum Holiday Gala at Carnegie Hall

DCINY presents Jubilaeum: A Holiday Gala, an evening of world premieres and Christmas spirit at Carnegie Hall, Santa included. Heather Sorenson conducts the world premiere of her Jubilaeum: A Christmas Oratorio. Kevin McBeth conducts the world premiere of Sorenson's A Carol Mosaic, with Sorenson on piano. Cameron Cody conducts John Rutter's Feel the Spirit. Audience members are invited to sparkle in their festive best, from gala suits and gowns to Santa hats and reindeer sweaters.
Dates: 
12/01/2026
7 pm
Location: 
Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, 7th Avenue, New York, NY, USA
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The Holiday in Concert at Carnegie Hall

The Holiday (2006) is presented live in concert this Christmas. The film’s enchanting score will be performed live by an orchestra in sync with the complete film, shown on a cinema-size HD screen. Presented by Columbia Pictures and Universal Pictures, The Holiday stars Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, Jude Law, and Jack Black, and tells the story of two women who have never met and live 6,000 miles apart, yet find themselves in the same exact place.
Dates: 
12/13/2026
8 pm
Location: 
Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, 7th Avenue, New York, NY, USA
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Renée Fleming with Béla Fleck at Carnegie Hall

Prolific Grammy winners Renée Fleming and Béla Fleck join forces in this celebration of Appalachian folk music, featuring a program inspired by the 250th anniversary of the United States. Through mountain songs, haunting ballads, and folk hymns, The Fiddle and the Drum mines a rich vein of American musical heritage, brought to life by Fleming’s expressive singing, Fleck’s banjo virtuosity, and his My Bluegrass Heart all-star band with Aoife O’Donovan.
Dates: 
12/03/2026
8 pm
Location: 
Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, 7th Avenue, New York, NY, USA
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Open Arts Studio at Grace Farms

Step into the colorful arts studio where children are encouraged to think in new ways and create an inspired art project! Each month, Grace Farms Arts Educator Nancy Jameson leads a new tactile project utilizing open-ended inquiry, and exploring Grace Farms’ artworks, landscape, and community. Recommended for children ages 4 through 11 with adult caregivers. Please arrive at least half an hour before the studio closes.
Dates: 
11/14/2026
11/21/2026
11/28/2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: 
Grace Farms, Lukes Wood Road, New Canaan, CT 06840, United States
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