Get out and experience the magic of the season, whether it’s in your own town or another Southern city. Here are some of our top picks for December events around the South.
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December 1-15: The Birmingham Children’s Theatre presents Peter Pan
Grab the family and head to the Birmingham Children’s Theatre this December as they bring the magic of Peter Pan to the stage. This fresh adaptation of the classic J.M. Barrie tale has everything you love – Wendy and the Lost Boys, the dastardly Captain Hook, and the boy who never grows up. Let your imagination
December 13-16: A Not So Silent Night: A Holiday Extravaganza
A Not So Silent Night: A Holiday Extravaganza starring Grammy Nominee and Dove Award Winner Ty Herndon will hit the UAB Alys Stephens Center stage this December 13 through the 16! With a cast of singers and dancers, storyteller Norton Dill, The Birmingham Sugar Babies and Santa himself, this is a sure-fire holiday hit. For
December 14-15: Holiday Concert Weekend at Graceland
On Friday, December 14, at 8 p.m., a live orchestra will play Elvis’ biggest Christmas hits with Elvis on the big screen, followed by two concerts on Saturday, December 15: an Elvis Gospel Christmas show at 5 p.m. and an Elvis Star-Studded Rock ‘n’ Roll show at 8:30 p.m. Tickets start at $35. graceland.com
Dec 15: Christmas in Soulsville at the STAX Museum
Get in the Christmas spirit by dancing to Booker T. & the MGs, and then make some holiday ornaments and gifts for the family at the STAX Museum. The event is from 10 a.m. to noon. It is free and open to the public. staxmuseum.com
Dec 19: “The Longest Night”, A Celebration of the Winter Solstice
Join OZ Arts Nashville for a unique multicultural and multidisciplinary celebration of the Winter Solstice on December 19, as part of OZ Arts’ popular TNT | Local Artist Spotlight series. “The Longest Night” brings together more than 40 Nashville-based artists, musicians, dancers and dramatists including the 32-voice Portara Ensemble, famed saxophonist Jeff Coffin (Dave Matthews Band,
Dec 20: 8th Annual Give-A-Jam to End Homelessness at Headliners Music Hall
Jam out to fight homelessness in Louisville with live performances by local musicians and artists, soups from Louisville’s best chefs, a silent auction and a cash bar from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Admission is $20 and includes 10 food and drink tickets. All proceeds will benefit the Coalition for the Homeless’ efforts to end
Dec 21: YULE BALL: A Magical Evening at The Louisville Palace
It’s Christmastime at Hogwarts — and at The Louisville Palace! Grab your wands and dress robes and cast your spell on December 21. General admission tickets are $30, and Dumbledore’s Army VIP Experience is $75. The doors open at 7 p.m. and it is 18+ only. louisvillepalace.com
Through Jan 3: Memphis Arts Collective Holiday Show & Sale
Art, jewelry, food items, textiles, clothing and retro and vintage treasures … you’ll find all this and more at the Memphis Arts Collective Holiday Show & Sale. Get something special while supporting local at this fabulous market. The event runs through January 3, 2019 at 1350 Concourse Ave., Memphis, TN 38104. Hours: Monday through Thursday &
Dec 8-23: The Brown-Foreman Nutcracker
The holidays would be incomplete without the annual tradition of The Brown-Foreman Nutcracker performed by the Louisville Ballet at the Kentucky Center. From December 8 through December 23, experience all the magic this Christmas classic has to offer. Performance times vary, and tickets start at $35.50. kentuckycenter.org
Nov 16 – Dec 31: Lights Under Louisville at the Louisville Mega Cavern
See all of these incredible Christmas lights in the Louisville Mega Cavern from the comfort of your own car! Prices start at $27 per standard vehicle for cash vehicles. Be sure to book your time slot soon! lightsunderlouisville.com
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