Toronto Symphony Orchestra - Merry Murdoch Mysteries in Concert
When: Tuesday, December 2 at 7:30pm
Where: Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe Street, Toronto
Celebrate the festive season with a holiday whodunnit. Join the hit CBC series Murdoch Mysteries and your TSO for an evening of suspense and intrigue in a Christmas caper hosted by Detective Murdoch himself, Yannick Bisson. Watch as scenes from an all-new episode entitled "Sugar Plum Murdoch" unfold on screen, with the TSO’s live performance of Robert Carli’s score enhancing every twist and turn.
Learn more: tso.ca/concerts-and-events/events
London Symphonia - The Sounds of Home
When: Saturday, December 6 at 7:30pm
Where: Metropolitan United, 468 Wellington Street, London
Join us for an unforgettable experience as we fill Metropolitan United with sounds and stories of the holiday season performed by stars of the Canadian Stage whose roots are right here in London. From the comfort of familiar carols to the excitement of more contemporary favourites, this joyful concert is the perfect way to share the magic of the season with family and friends.
Learn more: londonsymphonia.ca/event/sounds-home
Guelph Symphony Orchestra - Holiday Pops
When: Sunday, December 7 at 3pm
Where: River Run Centre, 35 Woolwich Street, Guelph
Celebrate the magic and warmth of the season with the Guelph Symphony Orchestra, in an afternoon of sparkling holiday favourites, timeless classic carols and glorious movie themes.
Learn more: guelphsymphony.com/concerts
Kitchener-Waterloo Youth Concert Band - ICONIC
When: Sunday, December 7 at 3pm
Where: Maureen Forrester Recital Hall, Wilfred Laurier University, Waterloo
Join KW YCB for ICONIC, performing some of the most EPIC works ever written for concert band! Featuring selections by Frank Ticheli, James Curnow, Brian Balmages, Jan van der Roost, Gustav Holst, Edward Elgar and more – plus a little Beethoven!
Learn more: kw-ycb.ca/iconic-sunday-december-7-2025
Mississauga Symphony Orchestra - A Merry Little Christmas
When: Saturday, December 13 at 4pm and 7:30pm
Where: Living Arts Centre, 4141 Living Arts Drive, Mississauga
Celebrate the magic of the season with a joyful concert featuring a spectacular orchestra of musicians from both the Mississauga Symphony and the Mississauga Symphony Youth Orchestra. Enjoy beloved holiday favourites and festive sing-alongs in this unforgettable, family-friendly celebration, filled with the warmth and wonder of the holidays.
Learn more: mississaugasymphony.ca/concerts
Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra - ‘Tis the Season
When: Saturday, December 13 at 7:30pm
Where: FirstOntario Concert Hall (formerly Hamilton Place), 1 Summers Lane, Hamilton
Celebrate the festive season in a heartwarming concert of music that is sure to get you into the holiday spirit! Hear favourite carols, classic holiday songs and other merry tunes performed in glorious orchestral sound by the Orchestra augmented by the young musicians of the HPYO, plus the beautiful voices of the Hamilton Children’s Choir, and featuring a cast of local dancers from the Hamilton Academy of Performing Arts.
Learn more: hpo.org/event/tis-the-season
Oakville Symphony Orchestra - Family Holiday Concert
When: Sunday, December 14 at 1:30pm and 4:30pm
Where: Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts, 130 Navy Street, Oakville
Fill your heart with joy and festive cheer with special appearances by the Oakville Youth Symphony Orchestra and the Oakville Choir for Children and Youth.
Learn more: oakvillesymphony.com/events/family-holiday-concert-2
Niagara Symphony Orchestra - Holiday Magic: A Festive Celebration!
When: Sunday, December 14 at 2:30pm
Where: 250 St Paul Street, St. Catharine’s
Join us for a heartwarming holiday concert filled with all your favourite carols, performed by a full orchestra and Laura Secord Secondary School Choir (Directed by Katryna Sacco) in a sparkling Seasonal Spectacular! Sing along to timeless classics, feel the joy of live music, and don’t miss a special visit from Santa Claus himself - perfect for the whole family!
Learn more: niagarasymphony.com
Burlington Symphony Orchestra - A Christmas Spectacular
When: Sunday, December 14 at 4pm
Where: Burlington Performing Arts Centre, 440 Locust Street, Burlington
Join us once again for this holiday tradition! This is a full-length holiday concert made up of seasonal favourites, sing-alongs, special guest singers and a special visitor directly from the North Pole.
Learn more: burlingtonsymphony.ca/a-christmas-spectacular-2
Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony - Holiday Pops
When: Friday, December 19 at 7:30pm
Where: St Matthews Centre, 54 Benton Street, Kitchener
Celebrate the holiday season with the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony! Join conductor Martin MacDonald , the Grand Philharmonic Choir and special guests for a festive concert of classic carols and symphonic holiday favourites!
Learn more: kwsymphony.com/allconcerts/holiday-pops-fri-night
Milton Philharmonic Orchestra - Winterlude XII
When: Saturday, December 20 at 7:30pm
Where: First Ontario Centre for the Arts, 1010 Main Street E, Milton.
The Milton Philharmonic Orchestra presents our annual holiday concert, filled with festive cheer, seasonal favourites, and even opportunities to sing along with the orchestra! We welcome special guest dancers to join us in selections from the children’s opera Hansel and Gretel.
Learn more: miltonphilharmonic.com/winterlude2025
