Theater in San Diego on Tuesday, December 22, 2026

9 performances across 7 venues in San Diego County on Tuesday, December 22, 2026. Updated nightly from venue calendars and ticketing sites.

Evening 1

7:00 PM
FESTIVAL OF CHRISTMAS
Lamb's Players Theatre · Coronado
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Afternoon 1

1:00 PM
Golden State Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
San Diego Civic Theatre · San Diego
Golden State Ballet proudly presents THE NUTCRACKER at the Civic Theatre, featuring the marvelous choreography of Artistic Director, Raúl Salamanca! Step into a world of wonder as dazzling scenery and exquisite costumes bring Clara's enchanting journey with her Nutcracker Prince…
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All day / time TBD 1

All day
THE NUTCRACKER by City Ballet of San Diego (Dec 22 – performance 1)
Concert Hall, California Center for the Arts, Escondido · Escondido
City Ballet of San Diego presents one of two Nutcracker performances on December 22 at the Concert Hall. This holiday ballet classic features Tchaikovsky's timeless score.
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Ongoing / On view 6

On view · Wed, Nov 4 – Thu, Dec 31
Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
The Old Globe · San Diego
Back for its 29th year, this beloved holiday musical is based on the classic Dr. Seuss story with book and lyrics by Timothy Mason and music by Mel Marvin. Directed by James Vásquez, it runs from November through New Year's Eve 2026.
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On view · Fri, Nov 20 – Sun, Dec 27
Ebenezer Scrooge's BIG San Diego Christmas Show
The Old Globe · San Diego
A comedic local twist on the classic A Christmas Carol story featuring the ghosts of Christmases Past, Present, and Future. Written by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen, based on Dickens, and directed by Gordon Greenberg. Runs from late November through late December 2026.
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On view · Tue, Nov 24 – Thu, Dec 24
A Christmas Carol
The Joan and Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center (The Joan) · San Diego
Dickens' beloved holiday classic brought to life on stage in a heartwarming theatrical celebration of generosity, family, and the power of second chances.
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On view · Wed, Dec 2 – Thu, Dec 24
Cygnet's A Magical Holiday
The Joan and Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center (The Joan) · San Diego
A high-energy holiday spectacular packed with music, movement, and festive cheer, designed to add sparkle to your holiday season.
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On view · Wed, Dec 16 – Sun, Dec 27
How to Write a Holiday
North Coast Repertory Theatre · Salano Beach
A holiday show written by Rachael VanWormer and Omri Schein plays at North Coast Repertory Theatre for a limited run in late December. Details beyond the dates and authors are not provided on this page.
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On view · Sat, Dec 19 – Wed, Dec 23
The Nutcracker
California Center for the Arts, Escondido · Escondido
City Ballet stages its holiday production of The Nutcracker over five nights at the California Center for the Arts in Escondido. This is the classic seasonal ballet presented by the company.
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