# AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration at Hilbert Circle Theatre > Event for families in the Indianapolis–Carmel–Greenwood area (IN). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Dec 4 – Dec 23 · 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM - Where: Hilbert Circle Theatre, 45 Monument Cir, Indianapolis, IN 46204 - Ages: Ages 4 and up (Children under 4 not admitted) - Price: $30-$115 per ticket depending on seat location; student discounts available - Organizer: Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra - Official page: https://www.indianapolissymphony.org/event/yuletide-celebration/ - Last checked: Sat, Nov 7 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/indianapolis/activities/aes-indiana-yuletide-celebration-at-hilbert-circle-theatre--listing-d763250855cda46a75443382 ## About For over 35 years, the AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration presented by the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra has been Indiana's premier holiday musical extravaganza. Performed inside the historic, opulent Hilbert Circle Theatre on Monument Circle, this Broadway-caliber production brings together the full symphony orchestra, renowned guest vocalists, a high-stepping chorus line of tap-dancing Santas, acrobats, and whimsical puppetry. Audiences of all ages are swept away by symphonic renditions of beloved Christmas carols, Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker melodies, and heartwarming holiday movie themes. The grand auditorium sparkles with crystalline chandeliers and festive garlands, while the theatre lobby welcomes families with warm spiced cider, holiday photo backdrops, and collectible souvenir ornaments. Matinee and evening performances offer flexible scheduling for families enjoying a holiday day trip to downtown Indianapolis. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Strollers can be safely checked at the coat check in the main lobby; theatre aisles and box seating are wheelchair accessible via elevator. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Family companion restrooms with changing tables available on the main lobby level; comfortable plush lounge seating in the mezzanine foyer. • Age Suitability: Designed for children ages 4 and older, teens, parents, and grandparents; children under 4 are not admitted to ensure concert hall acoustic quality. • Sensory Tips: Features grand orchestral crescendos, bright stage lighting cues, and falling faux snow; sensory kits with earplugs available at patron services. ## Similar picks in Indianapolis - [A Christmas Carol at Indiana Repertory Theatre](https://grassyknees.com/indianapolis/activities/a-christmas-carol-at-indiana-repertory-theatre--listing-ed9fcafa1af3566490c2369d) — Nov 20 – Dec 24 · 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM · Indiana Repertory Theatre · Ages 4–99 · From $28 · checked Nov 5. 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