Joy of Christmas: 50 Years of Splendor

Joy of Christmas: 50 Years of Splendor marks a golden milestone for Cathedral Choral Society's beloved holiday tradition, which began on December 12, 1976. This anniversary edition brings back the splendor and magic that have made the concert an essential part of Washington's holiday season for five decades. Audiences will enjoy a program blending beloved holiday favorites from across the years, including sing-along carols, jubilant brass, the Cathedral's majestic organ, and festive carillon. The concert also revisits some of the most popular commissions CCS has premiered over the past fifty years—works that have since become seasonal sensations for choirs worldwide—making this a celebration of both past and present.

When: Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 2pm and 6pm; Sunday, December 13, 2026 at 6pm.

Showtimes: Three performances total: two on Saturday, December 12 at 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM, and one on Sunday, December 13 at 6:00 PM.

Venue: Washington National Cathedral.

Tickets: Individual tickets and subscription packages go on sale in late summer 2026. Price not yet available.

Lineup: Cathedral Choral Society, with jubilant brass, majestic organ, and festive carillon; specific soloists or guest artists are not listed in the available information.

Run time: Not specified in the provided details.

Ages: Not specified; likely family-friendly but confirm with venue.

Note: This concert is part of CCS's 2026–27 season and commemorates the 50th anniversary of the first Joy of Christmas. The program includes audience sing-along carols and highlights favorite commissions from the past five decades.