The month of December brings an impressive series of events to the stages of Bucharest, ranging from extraordinary Christmas concerts and ballet performances to renowned musicals and classical music galas. The Capital transforms into an intense cultural hub, offering options for all tastes.

We present a selection of the most anticipated concerts and shows scheduled in Bucharest in December 2025.

Major Holiday Concerts at Sala Palatului (The Palace Hall)

Sala Palatului, the Capital's most important performance venue, hosts sold-out events and large-scale shows, perfect for celebrating the year-end holidays:

• December 5 and 6: Ștefan Bănică – Extraordinary Christmas Concert.
• December 7, 8, and 9: Horia Brenciu – 25-Year Career Anniversary Concert (Time: 8:00 PM).
• December 8: REMEMBER CLASSY HITS Gala (Pop/Retro Music).
• December 10: CC Catch & Joy – Golden Disco Legends (Disco Gala).
• December 13 and 14: Ballet Performance: "The Nutcracker" - The Magic of Christmas Ballet.
• December 16 and 17: Andra – "Reverie" National Carol Tour (Christmas Concerts, both are sold-out).
• December 21: Vlăduța Lupău and the Bucharest Metropolitan Orchestra with "Colinde de suflet românesc" (Romanian Soul Carols).
• December 22: Classical Concert: "CRACIUN VIENEZ" (Viennese Christmas) supported by the White Symphony Orchestra.
• December 23: Folk Show "Povestea Lupilor" (The Wolves' Tale, featuring Lupii lui Calancea, Surorile Osoianu, Guz, and the National Ballet).
• December 28 and 29: The hit Musical "Mamma Mia".
• December 30: Bucharest Symphony Orchestra – The Traditional New Year's Concert: Classic Queen Vibes.

Classical and Traditional Music in Prestigious Halls

The Romanian Athenaeum, Radio Hall (Sala Radio), the National Opera, and the National Theatre are the hosts of high-calibre artistic performances dedicated to the winter holidays:

• December 7 (2024): The performance "Romeo and Juliet" at the Ion Dacian National Operetta and Musical Theatre.
• December 11 (2024): Ștefan Hrușcă – "Colinde" (Carols) Show at TNB - Ion Caramitru Hall.
• December 20: Andries - Holiday Concert, at Radio Hall.
• December 21:
  • Symphony Of Emotions - Christmas Songs at the Romanian Athenaeum.
  • Imperial Christmas Gala VI – Schoenbrunn Palace Orchestra Vienna Concert at the Romanian Athenaeum.
  • Paul Stângă – "Sanie cu zurgălăi" (Sleigh with Bells) at the Constantin Tănase Revue Theatre.
• December 22:
  • Magic Christmas Show at Radio Hall.
  • Imperial Christmas Gala VI – Schoenbrunn Palace Orchestra Vienna Concert at the Romanian Athenaeum.
  • Semper Gloria – Tudor Gheorghe Anniversary Concert at the Bucharest National Opera.
• December 23:
  • Bucharest Symphony Orchestra - Christmas Glamour Gala, at the Romanian Athenaeum.
• December 25: Viennese Regal - Extraordinary Christmas Concert (two shows) at the Bucharest National Theatre.
• December 26: Ștefan Hrușcă - Colinde (Carols) at the Bucharest National Theatre (Time: 8:00 PM).
• December 27: Christmas Concert - Iana Novac and Distinto at the Romanian Athenaeum.

Pop, Rock, Folk, and Alternative Events

For those who prefer Pop-Rock, Folk, Jazz, or Latin genres, December offers the following events at alternative venues:

• December 13 (2024): Vunk Concert at Sala Polivalentă (Polyvalent Hall).
• December 14: THE URS Concert at Hard Rock Cafe.
• December 15: Ada Milea and Bobo Burlacianu - Concert in 2, at Nottara Theatre.
• December 16: RICKY MARTIN LIVE at Romexpo - Pavilion B2 (Latin Concert).
• December 20:
  • Taxi Concert @ The Pub - Universității (Pop Rock).
  • Gala Folk Bun at Palatul Național al Copiilor (National Children's Palace).
  • Private Schools XMAS Party at OXYA Club (Trap).
• December 21:
  • INTEGRITY Concert at Expirat Halele Carol (Metal).
  • The Sound of a Vintage Christmas – a Christmas à la Broadway @ RedSwing, at Carolia social house (Jazz).
  • Concert in 2, 3 or with Ada Milea, Bobo Burlacianu, Anca Hanu and Cristi Rigman at Quantic (Folk).
• December 25: Adrian Norocel - Christmas Party at ONE Club (Manele).
• December 28:
  • Fuego – The Christmas Concert at Berăria H (Time: 7:00 PM).
  • Nightlosers - Training for New Year's Eve at Quantic (Rock/Blues).
• December 29: Domination – Pantera Tribute Band Concert at Quantic (Metal).

Recommendation: Given the popularity of the Christmas events (especially those by Andra, which are already sold out), it is highly recommended to urgently check the ticket availability for the other shows on online ticketing platforms such as Eventim.ro, iabilet.ro, and BLT.ro.