Squirrel Nut Zippers Christmas Caravan Tour

Squirrel Nut Zippers bring their annual Christmas Caravan Tour to the 9:30 Club in Washington, DC, on Wednesday, December 9, 2026. For over three decades, the band has carved out a unique niche by fusing hot jazz of 1920s New Orleans, Southern roots music, vaudeville, blues, and theatrical flair. Founded by Jimbo Mathus, Katherine Whalen, and Chris Phillips in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, they emerged as a refreshing antidote to 1990s grunge and alternative rock. Their platinum-selling 1996 album *Hot* propelled them to national fame with hits like “Hell,” and they continue to evolve creatively, releasing albums such as *Beasts of Burgundy* and *Lost Songs of Doc Souchon*. This holiday edition of their tour promises a joyous mix of seasonal classics and their signature irreverent, carnival-like showmanship.

When: Wednesday, December 9, 2026

Showtimes: Doors open at 7 PM; set times are subject to change

Tickets: Price not available; tickets are non-transferable until 72 hours prior to show time. Any tickets suspected of being purchased solely for resale may be canceled at the discretion of 9:30 Club / Ticketmaster

Lineup: Squirrel Nut Zippers (featuring original members Jimbo Mathus, Katherine Whalen, and Chris Phillips, plus additional musicians)

Venue: 9:30 Club, 815 V St. NW, Washington, DC 20001

Note: Opening acts, door times, and set times are always subject to change. The Christmas Caravan Tour is an annual tradition blending holiday spirit with the band’s eclectic mix of jazz, blues, folk, and theatrical spectacle.