Broadway's Magical Christmas Week 2024: Your Complete Guide to Holiday Performances

As the Theatre District transforms into a winter wonderland, Broadway prepares for one of its most enchanting weeks of the year. The 2024 Christmas season brings special performance schedules and festive productions that make the holiday season truly magical.

Special Holiday Performances

Radio City Christmas Spectacular

The quintessential New York City holiday experience, the Rockettes' Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall continues to dazzle audiences with their precision dance numbers and festive celebrations. During Christmas week, multiple daily performances ensure everyone can experience this beloved holiday tradition. The show features stunning costumes, innovative digital projections, and of course, the iconic Wooden Soldier Fall and Living Nativity.

Aladdin at the New Amsterdam Theatre

Disney's magical carpet ride takes on extra sparkle during the holidays with a special schedule:

• Monday, December 23: Evening show at 7:00 PM

• Christmas Eve: Special matinee at 1:00 PM

• Christmas Day: Festive evening performance at 7:00 PM

• December 26-29: Regular schedule with added matinees

The New Amsterdam Theatre's ornate architecture and the show's dazzling sets and costumes creates a perfect holiday atmosphere for families.

The Book of Mormon

This Tony Award-winning musical keeps the holiday spirit lively with its irreverent humor and heart:

• Monday, December 23: 7:00 PM

• Christmas Eve: Special 1:00 PM matinee

• Christmas Day: Evening show at 7:00 PM

• Extended holiday week schedule through December 29

& Juliet

This pop-fueled musical celebration offers multiple chances to experience its joyful energy during Christmas week:

• Monday, December 23: Double show at 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

• Christmas Eve: Afternoon performance at 2:00 PM

• Christmas Day: Two shows at 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

• Regular schedule resumes December 26-29

Hadestown

The Tony Award-winning musical brings its New Orleans-flavored retelling of the ancient Greek myth to holiday audiences:

• Monday, December 23: Evening performance at 7:00 PM

• Christmas Day: Special double show at 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

• Enhanced holiday staging throughout Christmas week

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

The magic of Hogwarts becomes even more enchanting during the holiday season:

• Monday, December 23: 7:00 PM

• Christmas Day: Special evening performance at 7:00 PM

• Enhanced special effects and holiday decorations throughout the Lyric Theatre

Making the Most of Your Holiday Theatre Experience

Planning Tips

1. Book early through tickadoo.com - holiday performances are among the most popular of the year

2. Allow extra travel time to the Theatre District during this busy season

3. Consider matinee performances on Christmas Eve for evening celebrations

4. Take advantage of special Christmas Day shows for a unique holiday tradition

Theatre District Holiday Magic

During Christmas week, the entire Theatre District sparkles with holiday decorations. Many theatres feature special holiday displays, and the streets themselves become part of the festive atmosphere. Restaurants in the area offer special pre-theatre holiday menus, making it possible to create a complete Christmas celebration around your show.

Creating Holiday Traditions

There's something undeniably magical about spending part of your holiday season at a Broadway show. Whether you're continuing a family tradition or starting a new one, these special performances create memories that last long after the final curtain falls. The performers bring an extra touch of joy to holiday shows, knowing they're part of so many people's special celebrations.

Secure Your Holiday Theatre Experience

Don't miss the chance to make Broadway part of your holiday celebration. From the high-kicking Rockettes to the magic of Aladdin, from the contemporary pop of & Juliet to the mystical world of Harry Potter, there's a perfect show for every holiday celebration.

Visit tickadoo to secure your seats for these special holiday performances. Whether you choose a Christmas Eve matinee or a Christmas Day evening show, you'll be part of the wonderful tradition of Broadway during the holidays.

What could be more festive than experiencing the magic of live theatre during the most wonderful time of the year? As the lights dim and the orchestra strikes up, you'll find yourself immersed in the kind of theatrical magic that only Broadway at Christmas can provide.