93rd Annual Purdue Christmas Show
The 93rd Annual Purdue Christmas Show (2026) continues one of Purdue University’s most cherished holiday traditions, presented by Purdue Musical Organizations and featuring more than 300 student performers in a festive celebration of music and community.
For the 2026 season, the Purdue Christmas Show will take place at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel, Indiana, offering an elegant new stage while continuing the same beloved Purdue tradition.
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Please note: all times are listed in Eastern.- Saturday, December 5, 2026 – 12:00 PM
- Saturday, December 5, 2026 – 4:00 PM
- Saturday, December 5, 2026 – 8:00 PM
Purdue Christmas Show Tickets
General Public tickets for the Purdue Christmas Show are available through the official Fifth Third Bank Box Office starting at 10:00 AM EDT, Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
Donor Presale ticket access starts Monday, August 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM Eastern and ends Friday, August 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM Eastern. Eligible households will be notified by postcard and email by August 3, 2026.
- Tickets limited to eight (8) per order. Multiple orders allowed
- Contact Fifth Third Box Office to order group tickets
- All ticketing is handled through the official Fifth Third Bank Box Office
To make your purchasing experience as smooth as possible:
- Sign in to your ticketing account before the sale begins.
- Verify that your payment information is current.
- Ticket buyers will choose their preferred seat location from the best available seats at the time of purchase.
- Tickets may be purchased online, by phone, or in person at the Palladium Box Office.
- Mail-in ticket order forms will not be available this year
Venue and Location
The 2026 Purdue Christmas Show will be performed at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts, located in Carmel, Indiana.
Payne & Mencias Palladium
1 Carter Green
Carmel, IN 46032
The Palladium is known for its world-class acoustics, neoclassical architecture, and premier performance experience in Central Indiana.
About the Purdue Christmas Show
The Purdue Christmas Show is one of the nation’s longest-running collegiate holiday traditions, filling the season with music and Boilermaker spirit since 1933. For more than nine decades, generations of Purdue students and community members have brought this production to life through festive choral performances and a shared celebration of the holiday season.
Each year, the stage comes alive as PMO’s ensembles gather to peform. From the powerful voices of the Purdue Varsity Glee Club and Purduettes, to the artistry of University Choir, Heart & Soul, Purdue Bells, and the All-Campus and Community Chorale, more than 300 student voices create a joyful experience shared generation after generation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Purdue Christmas Show in 2026?
The 2026 performance will be held at the Payne & Mencias Palladium in Carmel, Indiana.
Why is the venue changing this year?
The show is moving due to facility renovations at Elliott Hall of Music, Purdue’s traditional venue.
Where can I buy tickets?
Tickets are available through the Fifth Third Bank Box Office: Box Office Information
Is the show family-friendly?
Yes, the Purdue Christmas Show is designed for audiences of all ages!
PMO Broadcasting Network
PMO is excited to offer both curated historical performances and brand new, exclusive content on our PMO Broadcasting Network! Watch performaces from all our ensembles, including the historic Purdue Christmas Show, season finales, and much more!
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