Through December 29

Boston Ballet's The Nutcracker

The Opera House, 539 Washington Street, Boston
1-866-523-7469 | www.broadwayacrossamerica.com

Boston Ballet's production of The Nutcracker collected soaring acclaim from the public and the critics alike. The Company triumphantly takes the stagefor the third season in the stunningly refurbished Opera House.

December 5-14

Reagle Players Present — It's Christmas Time

Robinson Theatre, Waltham
781 891-5600 | www.reagleplayers.com

The 26th anniversary of the Reagle Players' It's Christmas Time is a spectacular show for family audiences. Please check back for full details.

December 11-28

Holiday Pops 2008

Symphony Hall, Boston
1-888-266-1200 | www.bso.org | $27-$122

Continuing one of Boston's most beloved holiday traditions, conductor Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops open the 2008 Boston Pops Holiday Series on Thursday, December 11 and continue through Sunday, December 28.  This year's Holiday Series includes 32 pre and post-Christmas concerts. 

December 12-14 & 19-21

A Christmas Celtic Sojourn

Cutler Majestic Theatre of Emerson College
219 Tremont Street, Boston
Fridays: 8 pm | Saturdays: 3 pm and 8 pm | Sundays: 3pm

1 800 233-3123 | www.telecharge.com | Details here

Sold-out for the past five years, Brian O’Donovan’s intimate sharing of Christmas music, dancing, songs and stories is a holiday family tradition. Irish super-group Solas returns, along with rising star Cara Dillon, singer Sean Keane, the spectacular Irish dancing of Kieran Jordan and much more!

December 13, 14, 18, 20, 21 & 24

Holiday Pops Special Matinees for Kids

Boston Symphony Hall
301 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston
All show 11:00 a.m. except December 18 (4:00 p.m.)
1-888-266-1200 | www.bso.org

Six special Christmas matinee performances for kids. Family concerts include a children's sing-along, and parents can bring cameras to take photos of their children with Santa.  Table seats will include a kid-friendly menu, along with special holiday treats.

December 13

Boston Pops Holiday Concert

Arena at the Harbor Yard
600 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT
7:30 p.m. | $30-$65
203 345-2401 | www.arenaatharboryard.com

Holiday music with conductor Keith Lockhart, chorus: Glorae Dei Cantores with sing-a-longs and guest soloists. Special appearance by Santa. Cabaret seating available.

December 14

Boston Pops Holiday Concert

Verizon Wireless Arena
555 Elm Street, Manchester, NH
2:30 p.m. | $40-$65
603 644-1575 | www.verizonwirelessarena.com

Holiday music with conductor Keith Lockhart, chorus: Glorae Dei Cantores with sing-a-longs and guest soloists. Special appearance by Santa. Cabaret seating available.

December 20

Boston Pops Holiday Concert

Lowell Auditorium
50 Merrimack Street, Lowell
2:00 pm & 7:30 pm | $38-$78
978 937-8688 | www.lowellauditorium.com

Holiday music with conductor Keith Lockhart, chorus: Glorae Dei Cantores with sing-a-longs and guest soloists. Special appearance by Santa. Cabaret seating available.

December 21

Boston Pops Holiday Concert

DCU Center
50 Foster Street, Worcester
2:00 pm | $45-$60
508 755-6800 | www.dcucenter.com

Holiday music with conductor Keith Lockhart, chorus: Glorae Dei Cantores with sing-a-longs and guest soloists. Special appearance by Santa. Cabaret seating available.

December 31

First Night Chatham

Town of Chatham
Main Street, Chatham, Cape Cod
Noon – Midnight | Free
508 945-1122 | www.capecodchamber.org

Ice sculptures, ethnic food from around the world, music and dance performances, fireworks displays and more highlight this annual New Year's Eve tradition.

December 31

Burren New Year's Eve Party

The Burren Pub
247 Elm Street, Davis Square, Somerville
617 776-6896 | www.burren.com

Celebrate the New Year at Boston's famous traditional Irish pub. Check back for additional information on tickets, etc. (9:00 pm - 2:00 am)

December 31

Quincy First Night

Quincy Center, Quincy
4 to 9 pm | Check back for details
617 376-1251 | www.ci.quincy.ma.us

Ice sculptures, ethnic food from around the world, music and dance performances, fireworks displays and more highlight this annual New Year's Eve tradition.

December 31

Black Rose New Year's Eve Party

160 State Street, Boston
4 to 9 pm | Check back for details
617 742-2286 | www.irishconnection.com

Located in downtown Boston's Faneuil Hall Marketplace, The Black Rose is the ideal venue for a night of great Irish fun to ring in the New Year!

December tbd

Quincy Symphony Orchestra

Performing Arts Center
North Quincy High School
617 657-0527 | www.DiscoverQuincy.com

7:30 pm | Free Holiday Concert - Program to be announced.

December tbd

Charitable Irish Society Christmas Party

Kells Restaurant
161 Brighton Street, Allston | 617 782-9082