For 75 years, the Jacksonville Symphony has been the First Coast’s go-to spot for the highest quality holiday fun and entertainment. From classic carols to seasonal favorites, the Symphony brings joy to audiences of all ages. Whether you’re starting a new holiday tradition or continuing a favorite, don’t miss the chance to experience the Jacksonville Symphony’s 75th anniversary holiday celebration and make memories that will last all year!
November 24 at 3:00 pm
The Jacksonville Jazz Collective delivers a performance that will ignite your holiday spirit!
James Jenkins Jazz Series Curator & Jacksonville Jazz Collective Director
Jacksonville Jazz Collective
Part of the Greta Challen Berg Artist Series
December 5/6/7 at 7:30 pm
December 7 & 8 at 3:00 pm
December 6 at 11:00 am*
The Jacksonville Symphony, star Broadway vocalists and the Symphony Chorus present the most joyous holiday tradition in town with all your festive, favorite songs of the season.
Herb Smith Conductor
Carole J. Bufford Vocalist
Campbell Walker Fields Vocalist
Pops Series also featuring:
Jacksonville Symphony Chorus
Dancers from Douglas Anderson School of the Arts
*1-hour Coffee Series performance without Chorus and Dancers.
The Coffee Series performance is sponsored by Martin Coffee.
December 9 at 6:00 pm
Join the Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestras as they take a “sleigh ride” through beloved holiday classics. Adorned in vibrant, festive attire, young musicians of various skill levels come together to perform an enchanting winter concert that the whole family will enjoy.
Nathaniel Efthimiou Conductor
Presented by the Joan and Preston Haskell Scholarship Fund · Dedicated to Ann F. Skinner & Dr. R. G. Skinner Jr. · In-kind support provided by FSCJ
December 13 & 14 at 8:00 pm
December 14 & 15 at 2:00 pm
A beloved tradition for more than 50 years, the Jacksonville Symphony’s First Coast Nutcracker returns with new sets, costumes and world-class talent.
Nathaniel Efthimiou Conductor
Presented by
December 14 at 7:30 pm
December 15 at 3:00 pm
Shining with inspiration and sheer joy, experience “the greatest story ever told…the most majestic music ever conceived” with guest vocalists, the Jacksonville Symphony and Symphony Chorus!
Kevin Fitzgerald Conductor
Estelí Gomez Soprano
Jay Carter Countertenor
Aaron Sheehan Tenor
Sidney Outlaw Baritone
Jacksonville Symphony Chorus
The Saturday performance is sponsored by Gallagher.
December 19 at 7:30 pm
Organist Greg Zelek shows off the power of the Bryan Concert Organ, matched by the sounds of brass and percussion, to bring all your festive favorites to full sound.
Matthew Wardell Conductor
Greg Zelek Organ
Dedicated to the Bryan Family
Snap your family’s photo with Santa for free with a valid ticket to one of these Holiday Pops performances:
December 7 at 7:30 pm
December 8 at 3:00 pm
*Santa is available for photos 60 minutes prior to concert start.
Are you looking for a gift for the music lover in your life? There is something for everyone at the Jacksonville Symphony! Shop now for the best seats to all the incredible concerts coming up this season.
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