Thank you to the San Francisco Symphony for sponsoring this post and creating a joyful array of family-friendly performances throughout the year.
Book Now: Christmas & Holiday Shows for Families
Experience vibrant and entertaining programming at the San Francisco Symphony loaded with family-friendly fun. Enjoy film favorites with live orchestra, concerts with the phenomenal young stars of the SF Symphony Youth Orchestra, and engaging programs for young listeners and grownups alike. Tickets are available now!
Dec. 2, Holiday Cirque
In a festive new holiday show with the SF Symphony, Troupe Vertigo ignites the imagination through stunning physical feats choreographed into works of art. Tickets start at $39!
Where: Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
When: Monday, December 2, 2024 at 7:30 pm
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Dec. 8, Deck the Hall
Treat your family to a concert of holiday favorites and sing-alongs led by conductor Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser with members of the San Francisco Symphony, guest artists, and beloved costumed characters. Enjoy the concert and a giant lit tree, festive decorations, and winter cocktails.
Where: Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
When: Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 11 am and 3 pm
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Dec. 12 and 14, The Muppet Christmas Carol—In Concert
Join Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and all the hilarious Muppets in this merry, magical version of Charles Dickens’ classic tale. Watch this beloved holiday classic on the big screen as the Symphony performs the score live. Rated G.
Where: Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
When: Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024 at 7:30 pm and Saturday, Dec. 14 at 2 pm
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Dec. 15, SF Symphony Youth Orchestra: Peter and the Wolf
Prokofiev’s tale of a boy and his animal friends is brought to life by the SF Symphony Youth Orchestra and special guest narrator. Radu Paponiu conducts this and other holiday chestnuts, including a sing-along. Look for the hot chocolate cart.
Where: Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
When: Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 2 pm
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Dec. 19-21, Elf—In Concert
Experience your favorite Christmas film transformed with the music of a live symphony orchestra in Elf in Concert! For the first time ever, audiences can rediscover the magic of this holiday classic while a live symphony orchestra performs John Debney’s score and Santa Claus soars across the big screen in high-definition. Rated PG.
Where: Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
When: 3 performances Dec. 19-21 with a matinee show on Sunday.
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Find more insight and advice for children visiting the SF Symphony at Davies Hall for the first time including where to park, what to wear, and how to choose a seat from {510} Families Calendar Editor, Maureen Burke.
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Thank you to SF Symphony for sponsoring this post. Tickets for these special holiday shows are on sale now.
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