Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall

Derek Hough Dance for the Holidays is a joyous celebration of the most festive time of the year! With jingle bells and sleigh bells, holiday carols and cheer, Hough’s latest dance spectacular is a show stopping event for the whole family. Fans will be thrilled and delighted as Hough and his cast of phenomenal dancers bring your favorite holiday tunes to life through dance, from the well sung classics to modern pop hits with all of the incredible choreography, exciting stage production and dance mastery that audiences have come to expect. Creative team and EMMY® winners, Napoleon and Tabitha Dumo, also known as NappyTabs (Jennifer Lopez’s ‘All I Have’, Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour, GRAMMYs®), co-create, direct and supervise choreography for the tour.

Emmy Award-winning and New York Times Best-Selling author Derek Hough started dancing in his hometown of Salt Lake City, UT, at age 11. Just one year later, he moved to London to live and train with the top dance coaches in the world and attend the prestigious Italia Conti performing arts school where he studied theatre, music, and dance. He is a four-time Emmy Award winner and 13-time nominee, his four Emmys tie him for most in Television Academy history.

Hough is the current host of the long-running television program Extra. He has also appeared in film, television, and stage projects as an actor. He made his feature film debut for director Duane Adler and producer Robert Cort in the feature film Make Your Move and had a recurring role on the ABC series Nashville and in High School Musical The Musical for Disney+. His stage performances include Radio City Music Hall’s Spring Spectacular costarring alongside the Tony Award-winning Laura Benanti and the critically acclaimed production of Footloose in which he starred as the male lead in London's West End. In December 2016, Hough starred with Jennifer Hudson, Ariana Grande, Martin Short and Harvey Fierstein in NBC’s Hairspray Live!

As a cast member of the ABC series Dancing with the Stars, Hough is part of the judging panel alongside Carrie Ann Inaba and Bruno. A multi-talented entertainer and the only six-time champion in franchise history, Hough had previously performed on the show as a pro-dancer. His mirror ball wins came with celebrity partners that included Brooke Burke, Jennie Garth, Ricki Lake, Nicole Scherzinger, Jennifer Grey, Kellie Pickler, Amber Riley, Amy Purdy and Bindi Irwin.

In May of 2017, Hough joined Jennifer Lopez and Ne-Yo at the judges table for the NBC series World of Dance. The show, which he was part of for 4 seasons, launched as the highest rated summer show in over ten years and was unparalleled dance competition that featured solo artists competing against duos and crews in all genres of dance, including hip hop, tap, ballet, break dancing, ballroom, and more competing for a million-dollar prize.

Hough can also add best-selling author to his list of credits. His memoir Taking the Lead; Lessons from a Life in Motion hit stands in August 2014 and rapidly was named to the prestigious New York Times Best-Seller list during two non-consecutive time periods, a rare feat.

In 2021 and 2022, Hough headlined his residency Derek Hough: No Limit in the entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas, Nevada. The critically acclaimed dance-centric show at the Venetian Resort takes Fans on a journey through a true fusion of dance and music, as Hough explores styles ranging from ballroom and tap to salsa, hip-hop and everything in between.

A joyful holiday tradition filled with powerful voices, soaring harmonies, and the unmistakable spirit of gospel. Feel the warmth of the holiday season with this beloved concert, featuring the region’s premier gospel singers alongside the Oregon Symphony.

Sponsored by Courtney and David Angeli

• Charles Floyd Conductor & Orchestrator
• Northwest Community Gospel Chorus
• Oregon Symphony

This concert is part of the Special Concerts series, and is eligible for the Choose Your Own Series (Portland only).

This concert is part of the 2026/27 Sounds Like Portland festival.

A joyful holiday tradition filled with powerful voices, soaring harmonies, and the unmistakable spirit of gospel. Feel the warmth of the holiday season with this beloved concert, featuring the region’s premier gospel singers alongside the Oregon Symphony.

Sponsored by Courtney and David Angeli

• Charles Floyd Conductor & Orchestrator
• Northwest Community Gospel Chorus
• Oregon Symphony

This concert is part of the Special Concerts series, and is eligible for the Choose Your Own Series (Portland only).

This concert is part of the 2026/27 Sounds Like Portland festival.

December 9, 2026

Special Concerts

Ten-time GRAMMY-nominated Mariachi Sol de México de José Hernández returns to Portland for another year of holiday cheer, celebrating the Christmas season with a dazzling blend of mariachi and holiday classics.

The Oregon Symphony does not perform.

Learn more about the visiting ensemble at mariachisoldemexico.com.

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Nominados diez veces a los GRAMMYs, Mariachi Sol de México de José Hernández regresa a Portland por otro año de alegría de las fiestas, celebrando la temporada navideña con una mezcla de mariachi y canciones clásicas de la navidad.

La Orquesta Sinfónica de Oregón no toca en este concierto.

Más información sobre los mariachis en mariachisoldemexico.com.

• José Hernández Musical Director
• Mariachi Sol de México

This concert is part of the Special Concerts series, and is eligible for the Choose Your Own Series (Portland only).

The best-selling and most-awarded female gospel artist of all time, CeCe Winans has long since cemented her status as one of the most accomplished and celebrated women in modern music history. Her mantel today holds a staggering 18 GRAMMY Awards, 31 Dove Awards, and 19 Stellar Awards. She's been inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the Nashville Music City Walk of Fame, in addition to being named a Trailblazer of Soul by BMI and garnering multiple NAACP Image Awards, Soul Train Awards, Essence Awards, and more.

She's sold millions of albums in the US, topping the Gospel charts repeatedly while crossing over with smashes like "Count on Me," her stunning duet with Whitney Houston from the multi-platinum 'Waiting to Exhale' soundtrack, which sold 2 million copies and cracked the Top 10 on the Pop, R&B, and Adult Contemporary charts.

She touched millions more with inspirational performances everywhere from churches around the world to The White House. Her recent albums, Believe For It and More Than This (PureSprings Gospel/Fair Trade Services, LLC) have resonated strongly with fans leading to over 1 billion streams and downloads, multiple award wins, and a tour resurgence garnering over 100 shows across the globe over the last 2 years.

Holiday Pops is back and bigger than ever! With upbeat holiday music, exciting guest performers, sing-alongs, and a visit from Santa himself, this concert brings the North Pole to downtown Portland. Plan a holiday date or a family night-on-the-town and experience a world-class orchestral experience with a festive flair!

• Sean O’Loughlin Conductor
• Oregon Chorale Jason Sabino, Artistic Director
• Oregon Symphony
• Janice Martin Electric Violin & Aerialist

This concert is part of the Special Concerts series, and is eligible for the Choose Your Own Series (Portland only).

Concert begins promptly at the time listed.

Holiday Pops is back and bigger than ever! With upbeat holiday music, exciting guest performers, sing-alongs, and a visit from Santa himself, this concert brings the North Pole to downtown Portland. Plan a holiday date or a family night-on-the-town and experience a world-class orchestral experience with a festive flair!

• Sean O’Loughlin Conductor
• Oregon Chorale Jason Sabino, Artistic Director
• Oregon Symphony
• Janice Martin Electric Violin & Aerialist

This concert is part of the Special Concerts series, and is eligible for the Choose Your Own Series (Portland only).

Concert begins promptly at the time listed.

Holiday Pops is back and bigger than ever! With upbeat holiday music, exciting guest performers, sing-alongs, and a visit from Santa himself, this concert brings the North Pole to downtown Portland. Plan a holiday date or a family night-on-the-town and experience a world-class orchestral experience with a festive flair!

• Sean O’Loughlin Conductor
• Oregon Chorale Jason Sabino, Artistic Director
• Oregon Symphony
• Janice Martin Electric Violin & Aerialist

This concert is part of the Special Concerts series, and is eligible for the Choose Your Own Series (Portland only).

Concert begins promptly at the time listed.

The greatest holiday show south of the North Pole is back with another brand spankin’ new wintertide wonder! Award-winning comedy icons, writers, actors, and drag queen powerhouses BenDeLaCreme & Jinkx Monsoon are coming back to town with the wildly successful, internationally acclaimed, "The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show." Throughout the show’s 9-year history, Jinkx and DeLa have met sentient Christmas treats, twisted space-time with Dickensian Ghosts, ventured to the Nutcracker's Land of Sweets, as well as survived immaculate conceptions, AI, body swaps, and elf attacks. You never know what wild and unexpected sleigh ride these queens have in store.

Whatever the twists and turns, fans can expect another year of over-the-top camp spectacle, side-splitting gags, brand new songs, heartfelt storytelling, thrilling dance numbers, and iconic costumes. Hailed by Entertainment Weekly as "the reigning queens of Christmas," this show is not only a moment of respite, but a celebration of community, at a time when we need it most of all.

More information available at the Jinkx and DeLa Holiday Show website.

A true holiday favorite, this beloved comedy classic features renowned composer John Williams' charming and delightful score performed live to picture by the Oregon Symphony. Macaulay Culkin stars as Kevin McCallister, an 8-year-old boy who's accidentally left behind when his family leaves for Christmas vacation, and who must defend his home against two bungling thieves. Hilarious and heart-warming, Home Alone is holiday fun for the entire family!

© 1990 Twentieth Century Fox

• Evan Roider Conductor
• Oregon Symphony

• John WILLIAMS Home Alone in Concert

This concert is part of the Film Concerts series, and is eligible for the Choose Your Own Series (Portland only).

A true holiday favorite, this beloved comedy classic features renowned composer John Williams' charming and delightful score performed live to picture by the Oregon Symphony. Macaulay Culkin stars as Kevin McCallister, an 8-year-old boy who's accidentally left behind when his family leaves for Christmas vacation, and who must defend his home against two bungling thieves. Hilarious and heart-warming, Home Alone is holiday fun for the entire family!

© 1990 Twentieth Century Fox

• Evan Roider Conductor
• Oregon Symphony

• John WILLIAMS Home Alone in Concert

This concert is part of the Film Concerts series, and is eligible for the Choose Your Own Series (Portland only).

Get ready for an evening of theatrical energy and orchestral favorites with Portland Youth Philharmonic’s 65th Annual Concert-at-Christmas. This year’s program, dubbed “Classical Top Ten,” brings the spirit of the stage to Portland’s favorite holiday tradition. You’ll hear sparkling wit from Offenbach’s Orpheus in the Underworld Overture, fiery rhythms in Brahms’ Hungarian Dance No. 5, and the thrilling gallop of Rossini’s William Tell Overture. It’s a joyful evening of storytelling.

PYP’s annual concert celebrates music that has captivated audiences for generations. Expect memorable melodies, dramatic flair, and moments of pure excitement as these talented young musicians take the stage. They’re celebrating their 65th year! It’s a festive holiday experience, full of virtuoso performances and live orchestral music. Grab your tickets!

December 30 & 31, 2026

Special Concerts

Ring in the new year with Beethoven’s iconic Ninth Symphony, a classical masterwork that celebrates the unity of all mankind. The piece ends with the development of the ever-hopeful “Ode to Joy” theme, with a choir of voices singing the words of a poem by Friedrich Schiller. And like any good New Year’s party, the symphony ends with a kiss... “You millions, I embrace you./This kiss is for all the world!”

• Su-Han Yang Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Associate Conductor
• Members of Oregon Chorale Jason Sabino, Conductor
• Members of Pacific Youth Choir Chris Maunu, Conductor
• Members of Portland State University Choirs Ethan Sperry, Conductor
• Laura Wilde Soprano
• Isabel Signoret Mezzo Soprano
• Matthew White Tenor
• Norman Garrett Baritone
• Oregon Symphony

This concert is part of the Special Concerts series, and is eligible for the Choose Your Own Series (Portland only).

Concert begins promptly at the time listed.

December 30 & 31, 2026

Special Concerts

Ring in the new year with Beethoven’s iconic Ninth Symphony, a classical masterwork that celebrates the unity of all mankind. The piece ends with the development of the ever-hopeful “Ode to Joy” theme, with a choir of voices singing the words of a poem by Friedrich Schiller. And like any good New Year’s party, the symphony ends with a kiss... “You millions, I embrace you./This kiss is for all the world!”

• Su-Han Yang Harold & Arlene Schnitzer Associate Conductor
• Members of Oregon Chorale Jason Sabino, Conductor
• Members of Pacific Youth Choir Chris Maunu, Conductor
• Members of Portland State University Choirs Ethan Sperry, Conductor
• Laura Wilde Soprano
• Isabel Signoret Mezzo Soprano
• Matthew White Tenor
• Norman Garrett Baritone
• Oregon Symphony

This concert is part of the Special Concerts series, and is eligible for the Choose Your Own Series (Portland only).

Concert begins promptly at the time listed.