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Best Holiday & Christmas Shows in Cedar Rapids

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer at Paramount Theatre

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

Based on the beloved 1964 animated special, this adaptation brings everyone's favourite reindeer to the stage. This classic tale teaches the importance of friendship and respect, whilst getting everyone very excited for Christmas in the process! The perfect event for all the family treat your loved ones to an extra special holiday treat this Christmas.

Cirque Dreams Holidaze at Paramount Theatre

Cirque Dreams Holidaze

Ornaments come to life when Cirque Dream: Holidaze's costumed characters perform astonishing feats that celebrate the holiday season with spectacle, imagination and whimsical dreams. Marvel at gingerbread men flipping through the air, toy soldiers skillfully marching on thin wires, snowmen daringly balancing, icemen sculpting powerfully, penguins spinning, puppets caroling and reindeer soaring high above a landscape of holiday wonderment.

The Nutcracker at Paramount Theatre

The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker is one of the country's favorite Christmas events, and one of the most performed ballets in the world! This magical story of dancing toys and a Nutcracker prince is paired perfectly with Tchaikovsky's beautiful score. An annual Nutcracker performance by your local ballet company is the perfect way to welcome in Christmas with the whole family!

Home Alone in Concert at Paramount Theatre

Home Alone in Concert

This holiday season, experience a holiday classic like you've never seen it before, as Home Alone is transformed into a live concert with an orchestra. The movie is shown on a big screen accompanied by the orchestra, performing the wonderful score composed by John Williams in a unique experience that brings new life to an essential Christmas movie.

A Christmas Carol at Paramount Theatre

A Christmas Carol

Penny-pinching and bad-tempered old miser Ebenezer Scrooge goes on the adventure of his life, from his past to his present and beyond and learns that the value of gold will never equal that of genuine love for his fellow men. The classic holiday tale returns with its beloved characters and message of compassion, love and kindness and of course, Christmas spirit!

Orchestra Iowa - Holiday Spectacular at Paramount Theatre

Orchestra Iowa - Holiday Spectacular

Orchestra Iowa Pops have a festive treat which all the family will enjoy! Conducted by Tim Hankewich and also featuring a special guest appearance from the Iowa Womens' Jazz Orchestra, head down to the Paramount Theatre to hear a selection of Christmas classics old and new, singalong carols and more!