Honors Week TributesIn recognition of the 41st Kennedy Center Honors on Dec. 2, which spotlights the extraordinary careers of Cher, Philip Glass, Reba McEntire, Wayne Shorter, and the co-creators of Hamilton—Lin-Manuel Miranda, Thomas Kail, Andy Blankenbuehler, and Alex Lacamoire—we celebrate these transformative artists during the days leading up to our cornerstone event.

30 Fri. | Hamilton Sing-AlongTo celebrate the co-creators of Hamilton receiving a special Kennedy Center Honors, we are hosting a sing-along of the groundbreaking musical.

1 Sat. | Chad Michaels and The Capital HearingsMichaels is the nation’s #1 Cher impersonator and RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars season one winner. The D.C. band brings together singers from a wide variety of musical backgrounds in tribute to Reba McEntire.

2 Sun. | Brad Linde and Brian Settles*In the Terrace TheaterLinde’s tribute to Philip Glass includes performances of the composer’s works for saxophone, as well as re-imaginings of his compositions and style. Saxophonist and composer Settles pays tribute to Wayne Shorter.

3 Mon. | Eunbi Kim*In the Terrace TheaterThe pianist celebrates the release of her acclaimed debut album, A House of Many Rooms: New Concert Music by Fred Hersch (Albany Records).

4 Tue. | The Peace Ringers and Carol RingersThe adult and high school ensembles, respectively, from St. Matthew’s United Methodist Church, Annandale, Virginia, present an English handbell concert.

5 Wed. | Washington Performing Arts Children of the Gospel ChoirThe D.C.-area students perform a holiday concert.

6 Thu. | N’KengeCome celebrate the holidays with Motown hits, classical music, popular jazz standards, and holiday favorites performed by the Broadway star with pianist Dr. Lester Green. Remember to wear your holiday sparkle! Presented in collaboration with the Coalition for African Americans in Performing Arts.

7 Fri. | Betsayda Machado and Jorge GlemThe “Voice of Venezuela” and cuatro/mandolin virtuoso perform Latin American music honoring the holiday traditions of aguinaldos and Parrandas.

8 Sat. | Jason Moran The Kennedy Center Artistic Director for Jazz and pianist performs and participates in an in-depth exploration of the life and work of groundbreaking jazz composer and bandleader James Reese Europe.

9 Sun. | The Bil Afrah ProjectThe group performs one of the Middle East’s most popular albums, Ziad Rahbani’s 1975 masterpiece Bil Afrah, with Michel Merhej, the legendary percussionist who played on the original recording.

10 Mon. | Family Night: MERRY TUBACHRISTMAS!**In the Concert HallThis year marks the 45th anniversary of this holiday tradition founded by Harvey Phillips in which hundreds of local tuba, sousaphone, and euphonium players perform traditional Christmas music. Grab your instrument and arrive for rehearsal at 4 p.m.

11 Tue. | Boat BurningKnown for “maximal minimalism,” massed guitars, passion, and psychedelia, the local band performs an experimental rock concert.Presented in collaboration with Hometown Sounds

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12 Wed. | "You, Me, Them, Everybody" You, Me, Them, Everybody is a talk show/podcast that records live in Chicago and Washington, D.C. Our Holiday-ish specials explore the best parts of the holidays. All of the holidays.

13 Thu. | Mariachi Los Amigos and Bailes de Mi TierraThe sensational straight-ahead, traditional mariachi band is joined by members of the Baltimore-based Mexican folkloric dance group.

14 Fri. | Dayramir GonzalezThe Cuban pianist and composer presents a wide spectrum of today’s Cuban music, from classical to danzón to cha-cha-cha to Afro-Cuban jazz.

15 Sat. | Carolina SnowbellesThis holiday performance features precision style tap, jazz, ballet, contemporary dance, vocal performance, and audience interaction.

16 Sun. | Zemer ChaiThe Jewish chorale of the nation’s capital presents a special concert with Jewish music from around the world to celebrate the season of lights.

17 Mon. | Karel RuzickaThe saxophonist and composer shares his creative voice that arose from the many pivotal experiences of his life as a jazz artist. Presented in collaboration with the Embassy of the Czech Republic.

18 Tue. | Si-Yo Music SocietyThe society presents a piano recital that features early Romantic composers’ autobiographical sketches within large-scale masterpieces.

19 Wed. | The Lee BoysThe acclaimed African American “sacred steel” ensemble’s sound is rooted in gospel, but infused with R&B, jazz, rock, funk, Hip Hop, country, and more.

20 Thu. | The 9 Songwriter Series led by Justin TrawickNine of DMV’s most talented songwriters and musicians collaborate to create a show full of seasonal cheer for the entire family. Presented in collaboration with Listen Local First D.C.

21 Fri. | Sweet Heaven KingsAnacostia’s acclaimed 16-member gospel brass and percussion band performs a joyful holiday program.

22 Sat. | Boys & Girls Club of Greater Washington presents: Holiday Sing*In the Terrace TheaterThis multi-genre celebration of holiday traditions from around the world features holiday classics and original compositions accompanied by a 15-piece chamber orchestra and a mass choir.

23 Sun. | Messiah Sing-Along**In the Concert HallBe a part of Washington’s most popular free holiday event! Guest conductor Nancia Dalimonte leads members of the Kennedy Center Opera House Orchestra; guest soloists; Fort Washington Community Chorus, Heritage Signature Chorale, The Arlington Chorale, Metropolitan African Methodist, Episcopal Church Choir, Northern Virginia Chorale, 19th St. Baptist Church Choir; and a very enthusiastic audience in Handel’s masterpiece.

* Free general admission tickets will be distributed in the States Gallery starting at approximately 5 p.m., up to two tickets per person.

**Free general admission tickets will be distributed in the Hall of Nations starting at approximately 4:30 p.m., up to two tickets per person.

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Live Internet broadcast every day at 6 p.m. kennedy-center.org/millennium

Free performances every day at 6 p.m. No tickets required**Unless noted otherwise

A celebration of the human spirit

24 Mon. | The Beltway BrassPerformance at 12 noonThe group plays a variety of holiday favorites in their own jazzy, not-too-classical way. Expect some extremely fashionable Christmas sweaters as well.

25 Tue. | All-Star Christmas Day Jazz JamThe 20th annual event features host/vibraphonist Chuck Redd, drummer Lenny Robinson, trumpeters Robert Redd and Tom Williams, bassist James King, and vocalist Delores King Williams.

26 Wed. | Encore Chorale**In the Concert HallThe dynamic ensemble made up of musicians over the age of 55 performs crowd-pleasing holiday music.

27 Thu. | Reese Waters with opener Leon ScottThe D.C. area comedian and host of WUSA’s Get Up DC! performs a standup set.

28 Fri. | Lincoln Congregational Temple United Church of Christ Musical TributeIn this special performance arranged by Lincoln Temple Music Director Maceo Kemp, and in partnership with Sandra Butler-Truesdale and the D.C. Legendary Musicians, the Kennedy Center celebrates and recognizes the contributions of the church to the D.C. community.

29 Sat. | D.C. Legendary Musicians BandDCLM was organized to accompany the performers and vocalists in the D.C.-Maryland-Virginia area. Band members have performed with Elvis Presley, Wilson Pickett, James Brown, and many others.

30 Sun. | Zan McLeod and FriendsIn this Celtic holiday celebration, renowned D.C.-based Irish musician Zan McLeod is joined by Sean Heely on fiddle, Tracy Jenkins on bagpipes, and Kevin Elam on banjo, whistle, and vocals with step dancing by Joe Duffey and his District of Irish Dancers.

New Year’s Eve at the Kennedy Center

31 Mon. | Wesley Bright and the Honeytones The soul band hails from the funky rubber city of Akron, Ohio. Later in the evening, join D.C.’s own The JoGo Project as part of the Grand Foyer Party. The JoGo Project’s genre-blending ensemble is inspired by the musical stylings of Chuck Brown and continues his tradition of putting jazz standards, covers, and even movie and television themes over a Go-Go beat. The group performs on the Millennium Stage at 10 p.m., in addition to more music from Wesley Bright and the Honeytones. Admission to the 10 p.m. show is permitted with a ticket to another show in the building or a receipt from dinner inside the building. Both groups perform on the Millennium Stages leading up to the countdown and midnight balloon drop. Guests can also enjoy champagne bars and a photo booth.

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Free ToursDid you know that the bust of John F. Kennedy weighs 3,000 pounds, or that the Center is made with 3,700 tons of Italian marble from the same quarries that Michelangelo used? Or that the Grand Foyer is longer than the Washington Monument is high? To find out more, take a tour with a Friends Tour Guide, weekdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and weekends 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For further information, visit kennedy-center.org/visitor/tours.

The Millennium Stage was created and underwritten by James A. Johnson and Maxine Isaacs to make the performing arts accessible to everyone in fulfillment of the Kennedy Center’s mission to its community and the nation.

Generous support is provided by The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation and The Karel Komárek Family Foundation.

Additional support is provided by Kimberly Engel and Family-The Dennis and Judy Engel Charitable Foundation, The Gessner Family Foundation, The Irene Pollin Audience Development and Community Engagement Initiatives, The Isadore and Bertha Gudelsky Family Foundation, Inc., The Meredith Foundation, Dr. Deborah Rose and Dr. Jan A.J. Stolwijk, the U.S. Department of Education, the National Committee for the Performing Arts, and the Millennium Stage Endowment Fund.

The Millennium Stage Endowment Fund was made possible by James A. Johnson and Maxine Isaacs, Fannie Mae Foundation, the Kimsey Endowment, Gilbert† and Jaylee† Mead, Mortgage Bankers Association of America and other anonymous gifts to secure the future of the Millennium Stage.

Happy Hour 5–6 p.m. NightlyDaily food and drink specials | Grand Foyer Bars

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MyTix, part of the Rubenstein Arts Access Program, is generously funded by David M. Rubenstein.

All performances and programs are subject to change without notice.

Accessibility The Kennedy Center welcomes patrons with disabilities. For information on interpreted performances, contact (202) 416-8727 (voice) or access@kennedy-center.org.

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