Holiday Happenings around town

Post author:independentnws
Post published:November 11, 2025
Post category:Entertainment / Travel / Events

December Holiday Events

Fa La La in Francis Park with Laren Loveless – Nov 30, 6pm

Rockwell Beer Co in Francis Park

St. Louis Christmas Carols Association

https://stlchristmascarols.org/go-caroling/

Join St. Louis Christmas Carols as we present Laren Loveless Music at Rockwell Beer Co in Francis Park. Laren will lead us to sing under the lights with friends and neighbors — we’ll bring the sheet music and jingle bells, you bring the holiday spirit! Enjoy hot drinks and pizza during the festivities and afterwards take a stroll to enjoy the sights and merriment of the surrounding neighborhoods.

Holiday Market Season is Almost Here!

Harvest Market kiucks off Altoin holiday

The Holidays are right around the corner, which means it is almost Alton market season which will kick things off on Nov. 22 with the Harvest Market. This market features local artisans and food purveyors offering the perfect additions for your holiday table! There will also be amazing options for host gifts if you that’s more your style!

Holiday Cheers Markets will start on Nov. 29th and go every Saturday until Christmas. Events will be kicking things off with a bang with almost 40 artists set up throughout our entire space! Other weeks each will feature over 20 expertly curated vendors from 11:30 – 3:30 each Saturday.

The Jean Meltzer – The Eight Heartbreaks of Hannukah – December 1, 7 pm

https://www.showpass.com/jean-meltzer-the-eight-heartbreaks-of-hanukkah-2/

Celebrate the Season with Jean Meltzer and The Eight Heartbreaks of Hanukkah
Bestselling author Jean Meltzer returns with a sparkling new holiday rom-com that blends love, laughter, and Jewish tradition. The Eight Heartbreaks of Hanukkah follows a struggling songwriter facing past heartbreaks and rediscovering hope—just in time for the Festival of Lights. With her signature warmth and charm, Meltzer offers an unforgettable evening of storytelling, humor, and heart. Expect laughter, insight, and a touch of holiday magic.

Caroling with the Kingsbury Place Singers – December 2, 7-8:30 pm

Cheshire Inn, 6300 Clayton Rd, St Louis, MO 63117

https://www.facebook.com/events/683279570907748/

Join in a festive evening of Caroling with the Kingsbury Place Singers in the Lobby at The Cheshire. Grab a special themed cocktail from the Fox & Hounds and find a cozy spot by the fireplace to enjoy a selection of Christmas carols by the Kingsbury Place Singers They are back at The Cheshire this year to help us celebrate with some classic Christmas Carols.

This event is free and open to everyone, but donations for the St. Louis Christmas Carols Association will be accepted to benefit local children’s charities.

Nate Burkus – December 6

https://jccstl.com/arts-ideas/st-louis-jewish-book-festival/

Acclaimed interior designer and television personality Nate Berkus will share stories from his design career and personal journey, along with insights from his newest work, Foundations, focused on his personal tenets for creating a thoughtful and meaningful home.

Jack Fairweather – The Prosecutor – December 11, 7pm

St. Louis County Library – Clark Family Branch, 1640 S Lindbergh Blvd, St. Louis

FREE https://www.showpass.com/jack-fairweather-the-prosecutor/

Dive into the incredible history of Fritz Bauer, a gay, Jewish judge from Stuttgart who survived the Nazis and made it his mission to force his countrymen to confront their complicity in the genocide.

In The Prosecutor: One Man’s Battle to Bring Nazis to Justice, award-winning journalist Jack Fairweather brings to life the extraordinary journey of Bauer whose moral clarity and tireless pursuit of justice helped shape the postwar world.

Community Concert & Sing-a-Long – December 11, 6:30 pm Missouri History Museum https://mohistory.org/events/holiday-concert Join the St. Louis Christmas Carols Association and the Missouri Historical Society for a joyful evening that is sure to spread good cheer! The annual event will feature live music performances by some favorite local acts, interactive sing-alongs, holiday trivia, and more.

Gary Ho! Ho! Hoey 30th Anniversary Tour – December 11, 7:30pm

The Wildey Theaterhttps://www.cityofedwardsville.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=663

This year marks the 30th Anniversary of Gary’s Ho! Ho! Hoey Rockin’ Holiday Tour. This show has become a cherished holiday tradition for families and radio stations around the world. The show is a unique fusion of holiday cheer and electrifying rock ‘n’ roll, masterminded by this virtuoso guitarist.

Mr. Blue Sky – An ELO Tribute – December 13, 8pm

Delmar Hall https://www.facebook.com/events/1062369929303005

KSHE 95 welcomes Mr. Blue Sky – A Tribute to Electric Light Orchestra with special guest Beth Bombara GA $20.00adv | $25.00dos Doors 7:00pm | Show 8 pm

*NEW* PETER MAYER “A Stars and Promises Christmas 2025 – Harmony” – December 19, 7:30pm

The Guitarist, Vocalist and Songwriter Peter Mayer embarks on his 26th year of Christmas touring, the show features a world class group of musicians that are electrifying in live performance. The ensemble gathers Violin, Woodwinds, Bagpipes, Electric and Acoustic Guitar, Percussion, Electric and Acoustic Bass and Singers, all moving seamlessly through an array of styles

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Music/Comedy at The Wildey Theater

The Wildey, 252 North Main Street, Edwardsville, IL 62025

https://www.cityofedwardsville.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?CID=11