Tucson, AZ---The Fox Tucson Theatre is bursting at the seams with a broad selection of holiday shows beginning on November 28th with Darlene Love through New Years Eve with the great Bruce Horsnby to close out 2025. In between, there are shows for the kids, classic holiday movies like It's a Wonderful Live, Elf, and A Christmas Story. Stars like Suzy Bogguss, LeAnne Rimes, James Shimabukuro and Dave Koz and groups like the Lettermen, Tower of Power, Mariachi del Sol de Mexico and Squirrel Nut Zippers share their holiday favorites and more. Tickets and additional information at www.foxtucson.com
'TIS THE SEASON
Nov 28, 7:30pm - Darlene Love - Love for the Holidays
Rolling Stone Magazine has proclaimed Darlene Love to be “one of the greatest singers of all time” and that certainly rings true, but perhaps Paul Shaffer says it even more concisely: “Darlene Love is Rock N’ Roll!” – which was made official when she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame by Bette Midler, a great fan of her work, in 2011. During the celebration, the two ladies enjoyed performing He’s A Rebel together and as part of the festivities, Darlene also sang He’s A Fine, Fine Boy backed by another distinguished fan, Bruce Springsteen.
Dec 4, 7:30pm - An Evening with Suzy Bogguss - A Swingin' Little Christmas
A Swingin’ Little Christmas is a fun filled evening of Christmas standards, together with a few original holiday songs, plus all of the great hits from Suzy Bogguss’ legendary career. Suzy brings her entertaining personality and matchless vocals, along with a stellar Nashville band, to performing arts centers and theaters around the country for an enchanting night of sing-alongs and sentimentality the whole family will love.
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Dec 5, 7:30pm - Jake Shimabukuro - Holidays in Hawaii
Get ready to immerse yourself in the magical spirit of the holidays as the ukulele virtuoso and beloved ambassador of aloha, Jake Shimabukuro, presents his highly anticipated seasonal extravaganza: Jake Shimabukuro, Holidays in Hawai’i! This festive show promises to be a sensational gift to music lovers worldwide, delivering an unforgettable experience filled with joy, warmth, and the infectious charm of the ukulele.
Dec 6, 3pm and 7pm - Elf (2003)
One Christmas Eve a long time ago, a baby crawled into Santa’s bag of toys… Raised as an elf, Buddy (Will Ferrell) grows into an adult three times larger than the biggest elf–and realizes that he will never truly fit in at the North Pole. This holiday season, Buddy goes looking for his true place in the world–in New York City. Buddy finds his workaholic father (James Caan)–who’s on Santa’s “naughty” list, a new mother (Mary Steenburgen) and a 10-year-old brother who doesn’t believe in Santa Claus or elves. Here, now, Buddy discovers his destiny–to save Christmas for New York and the world.
Dec 11, 7pm - A Christmas Story (1983)
In the 1940s, a young boy named Ralphie Parker attempts to convince his parents, teacher, and Santa Claus that a Red Ryder Range 200 Shot BB gun really is the perfect Christmas gift.
Dec 12, 7:30pm - The Letterman Christmas
The world may define harmony as a combination of musical sounds considered to be pleasing. The Lettermen define harmony as Lettermenizing. Since the groups inception The Lettermen have always taken a current song of the day and put their 3-part harmony to it which is called Lettermenizing a song. Donovan Tea, Bobby Poynton and Rob Gulack, each of whom are entertainers, have kept the meaning of harmony alive with their soft, romantic, harmonic blend of music which is as popular with their fans today as it was in 1961 when The Lettermen recorded their first hit, “The Way You Look Tonight”
Dec 13, 7:30pm - Tower of Power - Holidays & Hits Tour
For 55 years, Tower of Power has delivered the best in funk and soul music. "We were a Soul band called The Motowns.” recalls Emilio Castillo. “Rocco was the bass player, I was there, and my brother was the drummer. I met “Doc” Kupka back in 1968 and gave him an audition. He came in the band, and we eventually changed our name to the Tower of Power.” The reason for the band name change was that they had a specific goal in mind
Dec 16, 7:30pm - Dave Koz and Friends Christmas
Chart-topping, GRAMMY® award-nominated saxophonist Dave Koz returns to the Fox this holiday season with the 28th Anniversary Dave Koz and Friends Christmas Tour 2025 featuring Jonathan Butler and Special Guests Haley Reinhart, Casey Abrams, and Kayla Waters! Koz, who received a 2023 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award from President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, was born and raised in Los Angeles’ San Fernando Valley. He initially saw the saxophone as a way to enter his big brother’s band. What began as a ploy became a lifelong obsession. After graduating from UCLA with a degree in mass communications, Koz decided to become a professional musician. Within weeks of that decision, he was recruited as a touring member of singer Bobby Caldwell’s (“What You Won’t Do For Love”) band. It was during this time that Koz befriended keyboardist Jeff Lorber, who invited Koz to play on one of his tours. That stint was followed by a 14-month tour with pop singer Richard Marx
Dec 18, 3pm and 7pm - It's a Wonderful Life (1946)
Frank Capra’s classic stars Oscar nominee James Stewart as George Bailey, a decent small-town banker who learns what life would have been like if he’d never been born after he unwittingly becomes involved in a mistaken case of bank fraud, which threatens his spirit and tests his will to live until a wise angel compels him to see how his presence has made an incredible impact on the people of Bedford Falls.
Dec 20, 7:30pm - Mariachi Sol De México presents “José Hernández’ Merry-Achi Christmas”
Eight-time Grammy-nominated Mariachi Sol de México de José Hernández, known worldwide as Los Embajadores del Mariachi, will bring its signature holiday spectacular, “Merry-achi Christmas,” to Fox Tucson Theatre. The concert is part of the ensemble’s 16-city national tour celebrating the holiday season, mariachi style. This year’s performance holds special meaning for ensemble founder and director José Hernández, whose career marks 50 years in preserving and elevating the regional Mexican genre
Dec 21, 7pm - Squirrel Nut Zippers Holiday Caravan Tour 2025
The Squirrel Nut Zippers bring their joyous, raucous Christmas Caravan Tour back again performing all of the hits from Holidays past. From heartwarming ballads to boisterous dance tunes, the band conjures an atmosphere nestled somewhere between the wondrous lights of Christmas and the backroom din of a speakeasy. This show is a must-see for any true music lover. The Christmas Caravan show features holiday hits and classics, selections from the Squirrel Nut Zipper’s holiday album Christmas Caravan, and the finest new and old Squirrel Nut Zippers catalog music. Inspired by 1920s jazz, klezmer and old-time music, SNZ’s endlessly curious and innovative leader Jimbo Mathus has concocted a show that is truly unique and original. This unique blend is on full display with the Christmas Caravan show, which has increasingly grown in popularity, selling out venues throughout the United States.
Dec 22, 7:30pm - LeAnn Rimes Greatest Hits Christmas Tour
LeAnn Rimes is an international multi-platinum selling acclaimed singer and ASCAP award-winning songwriter. She has sold more than 48 million units globally, won 2 Grammy® Awards; 12 Billboard Music Awards; 2 World Music Awards; 3 Academy of Country Music Awards; 2 Country Music Association Awards and one Dove Award. At 14, Rimes won “Best New Artist” making her the youngest solo artist to take home a Grammy® Award, and at 15, she became the first country artist to win “Artist of the Year” at the Billboard Music Awards.
Dec 31, 8pm - An Evening with Bruce Hornsby: A New Year's Eve 20th Anniversary Celebration
Bruce Hornsby has built one of the most diverse, collaborative, and adventurous careers in contemporary music. Drawing from a vast wellspring of American musical traditions, the singer/pianist/composer/bandleader has created a large and accomplished body of work and employed a vast array of stylistic approaches. Throughout this period, Hornsby has maintained integrity, virtuosity and artistic curiosity that have been hallmarks of his work from the start.
OTHER DECEMBER SHOWS
Dec 5, 9:45am and 11:45am - Look Out! Science is Coming! 
Join the fantastically funny Doktor Kaboom for a side-splitting exploration of the modern scientific method! Spectacular applications of the physical sciences will make jaws drop; audience interactions will have students on the edge of their seats; and a heaping helping of humor will keep the laughs rolling. After this wild ride, students won’t look at science in the same way again!
Dec 7, 7 pm - KANSAS
With a legendary career spanning five decades, KANSAS has firmly established itself as one of America’s iconic classic rock bands. This “garage band” from Topeka released their debut album in 1974 after being discovered by Wally Gold, who worked for Don Kirshner, and have gone on to sell more than 30 million albums worldwide
Dec 10, 10:30 am - Storytime at the Fox! 
Take a wonderful children’s book, put its pages up on the Fox’s movie screen, throw in a dash of the theatrical and a bit of popcorn, and voila– you get a storytime fit for a historic theatre!
In addition to being a relaxed way to introduce children to theatre spaces, we’re working to make a splash around early childhood literacy! Educators from Make Way for Books will be at the event to lead activities and provide resources to support your children’s learning journeys. This event is free to attend, but registration is required.
Dec19, 8pm - Allman Betts Family Revival
Get ready for an unforgettable night of music at the 9th Annual Allman Betts Family Revival! This extraordinary live music experience is hosted by Devon Allman and Duane Betts, the sons of Allman Brothers Band legends Gregg Allman and Dickey Betts. Inspired by the legendary Last Waltz, this tour features a revolving cast of top-tier artists from the realms of blues, Americana, country, and rock, all coming together to honor the timeless legacy and rich catalog of the Allman Brothers Band.
This year’s amazing lineup features the Allman Betts Band, the iconic Jimmy Hall (former Wet Willie singer and Allman Brothers alumni), along with Luther and Cody Dickinson, Robert Randolph, Amanda Shires, Alex Orbison, Erika Orbison, and Judith Hall. Joining the tour in select cities are artists such as Amanda Shires, Charlie Starr, Dweezil Zappa, Eric Johnson, plus many other musical guests will be joining the tour.
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The Fox Tucson Theatre enlivens Tucson, fostering community growth and connections by shaping exceptional, live arts experiences in a celebrated setting. The “Crown Jewel of Downtown” makes memories, makes connections, and makes Tucson proud. Programming includes exciting year-round live entertainment from the top entertainers in the US, as well as community produced events, classic movies, family programming, and more. Beautifully restored, the historic 1930’s Art Deco theatre Fox has become an important symbol of the resurgence of a thriving city center and continues to contribute to the economic growth in the region. The Fox Tucson Theatre is located at 17 W Congress. Fox Fan Seats! Are offered for most shows for only $20 – first come, first served, as they sell out fast. For additional information please visit www.foxtucson.com or call the box office at 520-547-3040. Follow the Fox – get the scoop on shows, events, movies and more!
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