New York Live Shows December 2026
Theatre shows, ballet, opera, magic, and circus performances in New York by date and venue.
- Updated: November 13, 2026
Live shows in New York during December 2026 include touring stage productions, family shows, circus performances, magic acts, ballet, opera, and large-scale theatrical entertainment. Performances take place at theatres, casinos, resorts, and entertainment venues throughout New York and nearby areas.
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Select a tour date to explore venue details and event information on city pages. Prices may vary.- Dec 01, 2026, Time TBA — OTHER, Pay Later Available: Empire State Building Observation Deck (Multiple Dates and Times) at Empire State Building,
350 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10118, US. From $136, Avg. price ~ $158, 25 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 01, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — Concert: Bossa Swings: Jobim and Getz Centennial at Dizzys Club Coca-Cola,
33 West 60th St 5th Floor At Time Warner Center, New York, NY 10019, US. From $78, Avg. price ~ $336, Tickets Available: 36. Select Seats
- Dec 01, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY, Pay Later Available: A Drunk Christmas Carol at The Ruby Theatre - NY,
35 West 39th Street, New York, NY 10018, US. From $151, Avg. price ~ $415, Tickets Available: 32. Select Seats
- Dec 01, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY: A Christmas Carol at Perelman Performing Arts Center,
251 Fulton Street, New York, NY 10007, US. From $97, Avg. price ~ $405, Tickets Available: 34. Select Seats
- Dec 01, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY, Pay Later Available: Imitation of Life at Griffin Theater at The Shed,
West 30th Street, New York, NY 10001, US. From $122, Avg. price ~ $142, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 01, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value: Kilgallen at The York Theatre at The Theatre at St. Jean's,
150 E 76th St., New York, NY 10021, US. From $52, Avg. price ~ $71, 5 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 01, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY, Pay Later Available: 2:22 - A Ghost Story at Lucille Lortel,
121 Christopher St., New York, NY 10014, US. From $101, Avg. price ~ $349, Tickets Available: 30. Select Seats
- Dec 01, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — OPERA, Best Value: Metropolitan Opera: Samson Et Dalila at Metropolitan Opera at Lincoln Center • 3800 seats,
30 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY 10023, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $396, Tickets Available: 1067. Select Seats
- Dec 01, 2026, 8:00 PM Tue — Concert, Best Value: Torture Tuesday at Berlin NYC,
25 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $71, 14 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 01, 2026, 9:00 PM Tue — Concert: Bossa Swings: Jobim and Getz Centennial at Dizzys Club Coca-Cola,
33 West 60th St 5th Floor At Time Warner Center, New York, NY 10019, US. From $71, Avg. price ~ $333, Tickets Available: 36. Select Seats
- Dec 02, 2026, Time TBA — OTHER, Pay Later Available: Empire State Building Observation Deck (Multiple Dates and Times) at Empire State Building,
350 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10118, US. From $136, Avg. price ~ $158, 25 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 02, 2026, 1:00 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, Pay Later Available: A Christmas Carol at Perelman Performing Arts Center,
251 Fulton Street, New York, NY 10007, US. From $116, Avg. price ~ $629, 22 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 02, 2026, 6:30 PM Wed — DANCE, Pay Later Available: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at MainStage At New York City Center • 2257 seats,
130 West 56th Street, New York, NY 10019, US. From $114, Avg. price ~ $197, Tickets Available: 87. Select Seats
- Dec 02, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, Pay Later Available: A Christmas Carol at Perelman Performing Arts Center,
251 Fulton Street, New York, NY 10007, US. From $102, Avg. price ~ $465, Tickets Available: 36. Select Seats
- Dec 02, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — Concert: Bossa Swings: Jobim and Getz Centennial at Dizzys Club Coca-Cola,
33 West 60th St 5th Floor At Time Warner Center, New York, NY 10019, US. From $80, Avg. price ~ $282, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 02, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, Pay Later Available: A Drunk Christmas Carol at The Ruby Theatre - NY,
35 West 39th Street, New York, NY 10018, US. From $151, Avg. price ~ $415, Tickets Available: 32. Select Seats
- Dec 02, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — BALLET, High Demand, Pay Later Available: George Balanchine's The Nutcracker at David H. Koch Theater • 2586 seats,
20 Lincoln Center, New York, NY 10023, US. From $121, Avg. price ~ $851, Tickets Available: 207. Select Seats
- Dec 02, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, Pay Later Available: 2:22 - A Ghost Story at Lucille Lortel,
121 Christopher St., New York, NY 10014, US. From $101, Avg. price ~ $432, 20 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 02, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, Pay Later Available: Imitation of Life at Griffin Theater at The Shed,
West 30th Street, New York, NY 10001, US. From $122, Avg. price ~ $142, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 02, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value: Kilgallen at The York Theatre at The Theatre at St. Jean's,
150 E 76th St., New York, NY 10021, US. From $52, Avg. price ~ $60, 18 tickets remaining! Select Seats
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Live Shows FAQ
What live shows are happening in New York during December 2026?
The schedule may include theatre productions, ballet, opera, circus performances, magic shows, family entertainment, and touring stage productions across New York and nearby areas.
Are live show schedules updated regularly?
Yeah. New performances and additional dates are added often as venues announce updated entertainment schedules throughout December.
What types of venues host live shows in New York?
Live shows are commonly hosted at theatres, casinos, resorts, performing arts centers, and entertainment venues across the city.
Are family-friendly live shows available?
Absolutely. Many venues feature family productions, circus performances, seasonal shows, and all-ages stage entertainment throughout the month.
Do live shows happen every week in December?
Most major venues host performances throughout the week, with weekends typically offering the largest number of live shows and stage productions.
Are touring productions included in the schedule?
Yes. Many national and international touring productions stop in New York during December 2026.