# Very Merry Pops — Houston Symphony holiday concert

> Event for families in the Houston–Pasadena–The Woodlands area (TX). Times are Central Time.

- When: Thu, Dec 10 (+2 more dates) · 7:30 PM
- Where: Jones Hall for the Performing Arts, 615 Louisiana St, Houston, TX 77002
- Ages: Age 6+
- Price: Tickets starting at $60 (Dec. 13 evening); $64–$72 for other performances
- Organizer: Houston Symphony
- Official page: https://houstonsymphony.org/performance/very-merry-pops/#tickets
- Last checked: Tue, Oct 27

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## About

The Houston Symphony's annual holiday pops concert at Jones Hall, with the orchestra, the Houston Symphony Chorus and guest vocalist Mikaela Bennett performing classic carols and seasonal favorites. The audience is invited to sing along, and Santa Claus makes an appearance during the show. It runs about two hours, and the symphony sets a minimum age of 6, so it suits school-age children who can sit through a full evening concert; the Sunday 2 p.m. matinee is the easiest fit for families. Every performance is a 'theme night', so dressing up in festive outfits is encouraged. Groups of 10 or more get 10% off.

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