Holiday Concerts
Celebrate the Holidays with Queens Public Library
These are just some of our wonderful holiday programs!
Visit the QPL Calendar to see a complete list.
Culture Connection: “A Swangin’ Christmas” With Tony-Award Winning Bandleader Bryan Carter (IN-PERSON)
“Bryan Carter Wishes You a Swangin’ Christmas” is a Holiday-themed concert reminiscent of the delightful musical television specials from the 1950’s and 60’s. Join Bryan Carter & The Swanger’s for a soulfully epic afternoon of holiday classics that the entire family can enjoy.
Thursday, December 7
5:30pm
Central Library
89-11 Merrick Boulevard, Jamaica
Christmas Concert With Mariachi Tapatío De Álvaro Paulino (In-person) Link
Concierto de Navidad con Mariachi Tapatío De Álvaro Paulino
English: Celebrate Christmas with Mariachi Tapatio de Álvaro Paulino! Founded in 1983 under the direction of Puebla-born Mexican Álvaro Paulino, they’re considered one of the finest mariachi bands in New York City. The band’s music includes “corridos,” a form of storytelling in song that is enjoyed by audiences of all ages.
Spanish: Celebra la Navidad con Mariachi Tapatío de Álvaro Paulino, fundado en 1983 bajo la dirección del Álvaro Paulino, mexicano de Puebla. Considerada una de las mejores bandas de mariachi en la ciudad de Nueva York, su música incluye corridos, una forma de narración de cuentos en canción que es disfrutado por todo el mundo!
Jueves 7 de diciembre
6:00 pm
Middle Village
72-31 Metropolitan Avenue
Thursday, December 7
6pm
Middle Village
72-31 Metropolitan Avenue
Celebrate Christmas With Peace, Joy And Love: Concert Of Vocal Classical Music (In-person)
Join us for an afternoon of music, celebration, and community! Listen as performers bring life to some old holiday favorites, like Messiah by Handel and the Nutcracker by Tchaikovsky. Other popular songs will include Silver Bells, Winter Wonderland, Frosty the Snowman, Let It Snow, and many more!
Saturday, December 9
3pm
Astoria
14-01 Astoria Boulevard
End Of The Year Children’s Concert With Opus Ethica (Celebrating Christmas) (IN-PERSON)
Join us for a special concert performed by the children of Opus Ethica. The concert will feature a variety of Christmas-related songs to delight audiences of all ages. This is a great opportunity to support the talented children of our community and to enjoy an evening of beautiful music in the spirit of Christmas.
Saturday, December 9
3pm
Langston Hughes
100-01 Northern Boulevard, Corona
Voices of New York Christmas Choral Concert (IN-PERSON)
Voices of New York, an 18-voice adult community chorus based in Manhattan, will present a program of beautiful Christmas, seasonal and Hanukkah choral music, as well as vocal and piano solos. Choral selections will include: “Christmas Comes Again,” “Christmas-Tide” (a medley of traditional carols), “Holiday Blessing,” “A Hora for Hanukkah,” “Now Is the Caroling Season,” “Rosa Mystica,” “Soon It Will Be Christmas Day,” and “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas.”
Saturday, December 9
2:30pm
Forest Hills
108-19 71 Avenue
Lights Of Freedom: A Chanukah Performance By The Chutzpah Caravan Ensemble (IN-PERSON)
Experience the spirit of Chanukah through storytelling and authentic music from the Chutzpah Caravan Ensemble as they take us on a musical journey from the mountains of Haifa to the mountains of Jerusalem! Enjoy music that has elevated people from ancient times to the modern day in their struggle for freedom.
Sunday, December 10
2pm
Kew Gardens Hills
72-33 Vleigh Place, Flushing
A Holiday Show with Willa Bassen (IN-PERSON)
Willa Bassen is a New York-based singer-songwriter, composer, producer, and live performer. Sit back and enjoy as she plays beloved holiday songs and highlights the background and circumstances of their compositions. This program is made possible by the Queens Public Library Foundation and the generous support of our individual donors.
Tuesday, December 12
3pm
Maspeth
69-70 Grand Avenue
Holiday Concert With Olivia Lu And Young Artists (IN-PERSON)
Olivia Lu, pianist and harpist, has performed in and directed concerts in New York City for 20 years. She will be performing holiday classics with young piano performers, including Margaret Luan, Grit Li, Yuze & Pearl Lin, Daniel Chen, and Gabriel Lu-Correa. Please join us for holiday and classical favorites.
Thursday, December 14
5pm
Forest Hills
108-19 71 Avenue
The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year (In-person)
We invite you to enjoy the most beautiful time of the year with us. The John Smith Jazz Duo, featuring vocalist Lisa Smith, bring great music and Christmas ambience to make this holiday season unforgettable.
Thursday, December 14
5pm
Baisley Park
117-11 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica
Celebration Of Diwali With The Sadhanalaya School Of Dance (IN-PERSON)
Join us for a Celebration of Diwali, a time to rejoice in the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. Learn about decorations, dances, music, and the lighting of lamps, as well as how to wear a sari and traditional jewelry.
Saturday, December 16
3pm
McGoldrick
155-06 Roosevelt Avenue, Flushing
39th Annual Kick-off to Kwanzaa Celebration (IN-PERSON)
Please visit Langston Hughes Library for our 39th Annual Kick-off to Kwanzaa Celebration! Events include:
Film Screening: “The Black Candle” - A Kwanzaa Celebration
Libation Ceremony: Atiba Wilson and the Befo Quotet Ensemble
Kwanzaa Presentation: Andrew Jackson aka Sekou Molefi Baako
Musical (Gospel) Performance: The Inspirational Voices of Abyssian
Musical Performance: The Ebony Hillbillies
Dance Performance: LBX Dance Academy
Musical Performance: Ashley Keiko
Dance Performance: CarNYval Dancers
Comedy Show: Ray DeJon Entertainment
Funding is provided in part by the Library Action Committee of Corona-East Elmhurst, NYS Education Department Special Legislative Grants from Assemblyman Jeffrion L. Aubry, discretionary funds from NYC Coalition of Theaters Initiative, New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA), Council Member Francisco Moya, and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards.
Saturday, December 16
10am
Langston Hughes
100-01 Northern Boulevard, Corona
The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year (IN-PERSON)
We invite you to enjoy the most beautiful time of the year with us. The John Smith Jazz Quartet featuring vocalist Angel Rose bring great music and Christmas ambiance to make this holiday season unforgettable.
Saturday, December 16
Cambria Heights
2pm
218-13 Linden Boulevard
A Jazzy Celebration of the Holiday Season (IN-PERSON)
Experience Yaacov Mayman Super Hot Jazz Quartet and a featured trumpet player Valery Ponomarev, a former member of Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers, as they bring to life the timeless music of renowned American jazz artists: Benny Golson, Bobby Timmons, Thelonious Monk, and Charles Mingus. They will also add a jazz twist to some holiday favorites!
Tuesday, December 19
6pm
Central Library
89-11 Merrick Boulevard, Jamaica
Candy Kane Karaoke (IN-PERSON)
Are you looking for a way to get into the Holiday spirit? Are you contemplating new ways to make your family smile? Are you an inspiring singer, looking to breakout in 2024? Well come spread holiday cheer at the Candy Kane Karaoke celebration at Douglaston Library!
Wednesday, December 20
3:30pm
Douglaston/Little Neck
249-01 Northern Boulevard
3 Kings Celebration (In-person)
Christmas and New Year’s may have ended, but that doesn’t mean the holiday season is over! For Latinos, there is one more celebration! Join us to celebrate the traditional Día de Reyes with Melchior, Caspar, and Balthazar. The three kings will travel to Langston Hughes Library (on camels!) to bring gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh! Enjoy an afternoon of music and crafts, and don’t forget to bring your camera to take a picture with the Kings to remember this epic day!
Thursday, January 4
4pm
Langston Hughes
100-01 Northern Boulevard, Corona
