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Celebrate the holiday season with the Asheville Symphony

November 26, 2025 • 
Julia Pizzuto
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A rotating GIF of the Asheville symphony orchestra performing on a stage in an elegant-looking church, dressed in black tie attire.

Handel’s Messiah is a special holiday program presented by the Asheville Symphony.

Photos by Ezekiel Coppersmith

You’re invited to join the Asheville Symphony in a moving seasonal tradition, the annual performance of Handel’s Messiah on Saturday, Dec. 20.

This special holiday program is one of Asheville Symphony’s largest performances of the year, bringing together the orchestra, Asheville Symphony Chorus, and four Grammy-recognized vocal soloists. Get to know the soloists here.

Tickets are on sale now for the 8 p.m. performance at First Baptist Church of Asheville.

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