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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Shows in December By Dates

Upcoming Shows in December

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Upcoming Live Shows: 488
  • 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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Featured musicals, plays, and high-demand theater productions across New York and surrounding areas.
Empire State Building Observation Deck
Empire State Building Observation Deck
350 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10118
Upcoming Shows 75
Dec 01, 2026 Time TBA
A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol
251 Fulton Street, New York, NY 10007
Upcoming Shows 1852
Dec 01, 2026 7:00 PM
A Drunk Christmas Carol
A Drunk Christmas Carol
35 West 39th Street, New York, NY 10018
Upcoming Shows 463
Dec 01, 2026 7:00 PM
Bossa Swings: Jobim and Getz Centennial
Bossa Swings: Jobim and Getz Centennial
33 West 60th St 5th Floor At Time Warner Center, New York, NY 10019
Upcoming Shows 4
Dec 01, 2026 7:00 PM
2:22 - A Ghost Story
2:22 - A Ghost Story
121 Christopher St., New York, NY 10014
Upcoming Shows 71
Dec 01, 2026 7:30 PM
Imitation of Life
Imitation of Life
West 30th Street, New York, NY 10001
Upcoming Shows 29
Dec 01, 2026 7:30 PM
Kilgallen
Kilgallen
150 E 76th St., New York, NY 10021
Upcoming Shows 25
Dec 01, 2026 7:30 PM
Samson Et Dalila
Samson Et Dalila
30 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY 10023
Upcoming Shows 9
Dec 01, 2026 7:30 PM
Torture Tuesday
Torture Tuesday
25 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009
Upcoming Shows 6
Dec 01, 2026 8:00 PM
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
130 West 56th Street, New York, NY 10019
Upcoming Shows 89
Dec 02, 2026 6:30 PM
George Balanchine's The Nutcracker
George Balanchine's The Nutcracker
20 Lincoln Center, New York, NY 10023
Upcoming Shows 109
Dec 02, 2026 7:00 PM
Big Apple Circus
Big Apple Circus
E 96th Street, New York, NY 10029
Upcoming Shows 75
Dec 03, 2026 6:00 PM
Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons
Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons
319 East 74th Street, New York, NY 10021
Upcoming Shows 36
Dec 03, 2026 6:30 PM
La Boheme
La Boheme
30 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY 10023
Upcoming Shows 21
Dec 03, 2026 7:30 PM
Divine: Beyond the Flamingos!
Divine: Beyond the Flamingos!
5 West 63rd Street, New York, NY 10023
Upcoming Shows 46
Dec 03, 2026 7:30 PM
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Live Shows FAQ

Quick answers about live stage shows, theatre productions, and entertainment performances happening in New York during December 2026.

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.