Exploring the Holiday Spirit Through Music, Comedy, and Dance in Boulder

As the festive season arrives, Boulder comes alive with an array of events that spread holiday cheer and showcase local talent. If you're seeking ways to celebrate the season and experience some entertainment this week, Boulder has an outstanding lineup for you.

Holiday Festival Extravaganza

The CU's Holiday Festival 2023 is a cherished annual tradition embracing the spirit of the holidays. This grand event gathers choirs, bands, and orchestras—hundreds of musicians in total—to perform seasonal classics. Visitors can enjoy the Festival on Friday night and throughout Saturday and Sunday at the Macky Auditorium. The combination of talented performers and holiday trimmings promises an unforgettable experience.

Comedy for a Cause

Prepare for a night of laughter at the Longmont Museum's Stewart Auditorium with Longmont Out Loud's 'The Momedy Club.' Featuring Lisa Trank, Emily Kingsley, Jessie Rodriguez, and others, this comedy showcase will bring stand-up, storytelling, and films for an evening of humor on Friday.

Aerial Performances with Holiday Flair

'Holiday High-Jinks and Aerial Absurdities' offers a unique celebration, as Frequent Flyers' aerial dance concert brings wonder to audiences from above. Spectators can catch the gravity-defying performances Friday through Sunday at the Dairy Arts Center.

Expressive Dance Show

'The Gift,' presented by Wild Heart Dance, promises to enchant audiences with a reflective performance on both past productions and the upcoming season. Attendees will have the opportunity to mingle and enjoy libations before the show at The Nomad Playhouse this Friday and Saturday.

Diverse Weekend Entertainment

Music enthusiasts can revel in Trace Bundy’s Acoustic Holiday at the Boulder Theater, and the 'dream rock' vibes of Evanoff at the Fox Theatre, both on Saturday. Moreover, Chautauqua offers a WinterFest filled with family-friendly activities, including visits to Santa’s Cottage and much more throughout the weekend.

Looking Ahead

Next Thursday, the eTown Radio Show will feature live performances by Rufus Wainwright and Madison Cunningham, along with insight from climate activist Margaret Klein Salamon at the Macky Auditorium.

Dance Delights

'Fresh: Fall 2023' showcases the creativity of CU dance students in forms like hip-hop and aerial dance. This free concert takes place Friday and Saturday at the Charlotte York Irey Theatre on the CU campus.

Fun for the Kids

Santa Story Time at the Longmont Museum will delight children with stories, cookies, and hot chocolate at various times on Saturday.

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