Symphony & Spirits: Magic of Christmas

Thursday, December 19 | 5:00–6:30 PM
Arcadia | 504 Congress Street, Portland

Join us for a merry edition of Symphony & Spirits, celebrating one of Maine’s most beloved traditions — the Portland Symphony Orchestra’s Magic of Christmas!

Gather with friends and fellow music lovers at Arcadia, Portland’s favorite retro arcade bar, for a festive pre-concert happy hour before heading to Merrill Auditorium for the PSO’s heartwarming holiday performance.

Your Symphony & Spirits: Magic of Christmas ticket includes:
🎟️ Admission to the Magic of Christmas concert
🍸 One drink ticket to enjoy a cocktail, mocktail, or beer at Arcadia
🎄Exclusive pre-concert access to mingle, play games, and celebrate the season

✨ Guests are encouraged to show off their holiday spirit — whether it’s your most festive or ugliest Christmas sweater, we’re here for it!

Tickets are limited and only $26 — grab yours before they’re gone!

Beloved by generations, Magic of Christmas blends classic carols,contemporary favorites, and a dash of comic surprise. Featuring kaleidoscopic lighting, the mighty Kotzschmar Organ, PSO Children’s Chorus, Magic of Christmas Chorus, the full sound of an orchestra, and Maine’s own American Idol star Julia Gagnon—Magic of Christmas is a must-see celebration that ushers in the season like nothing else.

About Symphony & Spirits:

Symphony & Spirits is a series of events for young music lovers between the ages of 21 and 39. We partner with local bars and restaurants to create an accessible space to experience live music and build a community of like-minded people.

Info: Sip, mingle, and enjoy the festive atmosphere with a complimentary drink.

Info: Experience the Magic of Christmas with the Portland Symphony Orchestra, featuring Julia Gagnon, the PSO Children’s Choir, and Music Director Eckart Preu.

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