Merry Music: 20+ Concerts, Shows & Performances to Celebrate the Holidays

Ready or not, here come the holidays! And with the yuletide season come special shows and performances, both classic (hello there, Mouse King!) and newer (candlelight concerts anyone?). From churches to theaters and beyond, the magic of December brings people together.

“When I search for holiday programming I’m looking for something a little different,” says Chad Lindsay, executive director of the City Opera House in Traverse City. “Not everyone enjoys the same thing.” Thankfully, this week's Northern Express - sister publication of The Ticker - has more than 20 recommendations of concerts, shows, and performances to help make your season merry and bright.

The Northern Express is available to read online, or pick up a free copy on newsstands at nearly 700 spots in 14 counties across northern Michigan.