Vancouver is in full holiday mode, which means that it’s time to check out one of the many live performances by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra (VSO) as they play the original musical scores to some iconic movies. These concerts offer an amazing chance to hear the music played out live while watching your favourite Christmas movies. Here’s everything that the VSO is playing this holiday season.
The Holiday in Concert
Playing on the Orpheum’s big screen is The Holiday, a Christmas classic with a fresh new way to be watched. The film features Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, Jude Law, and Jack Black, with the story following two women who decide to home-swap for Christmas. The exchange brings more surprises than either woman expects, with a holiday romance blossoming for both. Enjoy the timeless story of The Holiday as it’s paired with the music score composed by the legendary Hans Zimmer.
📅 Date: December 4 – 5, 2025
📍 Location: The Orpheum
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: The Holiday In Concert
A Charlie Brown Christmas
Paying homage to this original beloved TV special, the VSO is bringing A Charlie Brown Christmas to life on the big screen and stage. Blending the animation with theatrical performances and live music, this concert is all about the childlike wonder of the holidays. Celebrate Christmas with the Peanuts Gang in this unique symphonic event for all ages.
📅 Date: December 16, 2025
📍 Location: The Orpheum
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: A Charlie Brown Christmas
Home Alone in Concert
The chaos of Home Alone is back by popular demand this season. The VSO will be playing renowned composer John Williams’ charming and delightful score live to picture, bringing the timeless plot to life. When 8-year old Kevin McAllister (Macaulay Culkin) is left behind when his family heads out for their Christmas vacation, he has to get creative when a pair of burglars try to break into his home. Clever and hilarious, this is one concert you won’t want to miss.
📅 Date: December 17 – 18, 2025
📍 Location: The Orpheum
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Home Alone in Concert
Elf in Concert
The holiday favourite “fish-out-of-water” film Elf is everything you’d ever want out of a Christmas comedy. Now, you can listen to its score performed live by the VSO as you follow the journey of Buddy, a human who was accidentally transported to the North Pole as toddler, and was raised among Santa’s elves. With a live symphony orchestra, you can experience this Christmas classic on the big screen while also enjoying the talent of VSO.
📅 Date: December 19 – 20, 2025
📍 Location: The Orpheum
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Elf in Concert
Looking for more things to do this holiday? Check out our Events calendar for all the things worth doing in the city. And don’t forget to pick up your tickets for the many live concert movies that the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra will be playing this season!
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