Diverse Holiday Events Across U.S. Cities

The holiday season is bustling with diverse events across several cities, offering numerous cultural and festive activities. In Philadelphia, the Orchestra continues its tradition of holiday performances with shows like Handel's Messiah and 'A Soulful Christmas,' featuring gospel singer Dr. Ricky Dillard, and highlights such as 'Yannick's Holiday Mixtape.' Seattle hosts the Drawing Jam at Gage Academy, the Muppet Christmas Carol at SIFF Cinema Uptown, and the Seattle Santa Con. Meanwhile, Theatrikos Theatre Company in Arizona partners with Fever’s Candlelight concerts to present music from artists like Taylor Swift and Paul McCartney. Springfield features a free concert by the 215th Army Band at Symphony Hall, emphasizing the community spirit. Waco hosts a series of events, including a food distribution, downtown redevelopment discussions, and performances by Elvis tribute artist Al Joslin and country singer Holly Tucker.