North Carolina Symphony: Holiday Pops & Family Matinee

About this adventure

The North Carolina Symphony presents its annual Holiday Pops celebration in the acoustically renowned Meymandi Concert Hall, welcoming families to revel in the sounds of the season. Led by the symphony conductor with special guest vocalists and choral ensembles, the concert features orchestral arrangements of beloved holiday classics including Leroy Anderson's Sleigh Ride, selections from The Nutcracker, festive Broadway holiday favorites, and a rousing audience sing-along. The afternoon family matinee includes a pre-concert Instrument Petting Zoo in the lobby where children can try orchestral instruments, meet musicians, and enjoy a special visit from Santa Claus. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Meymandi Concert Hall is fully accessible via elevators, and coat check attendants provide complimentary stroller check-in before entering the hall auditorium. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Restrooms on both the ground and balcony levels include clean changing stations; quiet carpeted lounge corners in the upper atrium provide calm nursing spots. • Age Suitability: Wonderful for all ages, with the 3:00 PM matinee specifically tailored for families with young children, lasting around 75 minutes without an overly long program. • Sensory Tips: Meymandi Hall offers rich, clear acoustic sound without electronic amplification. Children sensitive to loud orchestral brass peaks may benefit from light ear protection or sitting in the mid-tier boxes.