6 Christmas concerts happening at Southern California casinos in December
With the holiday season officially kicking into full gear, Southern California casinos have entertainment to keep everyone jolly.
Those looking for an extra dose of seasonal spirit will be able to choose from a rockin’ classic band, Christmas with an R&B twist, a holiday-themed cirque show and more.
Be sure to check the official websites for the latest event information.
Mannheim Steamroller
The neo-classical new-age music ensemble Mannheim Steamroller will be playing their vast collection of Christmas music from albums such as “Mannheim Steamroller Christmas,” “A Fresh Aire Christmas,” and “Christmas in the Aire.” Their catalog features modern contemporary interpretations of Yuletide favorites, unique approaches to carols, and some new carol-like compositions. 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2 at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. $45-$125. 800-514-3849. aguacalientecasinos.com.
Tower of Power Holidays & Hits Tour
The R&B Funk band Tower of Power will combine hits such as “So Very Hard to Go,” “What Is Hip?” and “Down to The Nightclub” with holiday classics for a special seasonal show. 8 p.m. Dec. 2 at Spotlight 29 Casino, 46-200 Harrison Place, Coachella. Tickets start at $26. 760-775-5566. spotlight29.com.
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
Cirque Musica will be putting on a new cirque-style holiday show dubbed “Wonderland,” which incorporates acrobats, aerialists, daredevils, comedy and a musical mix of seasonal favorites. 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2 and Saturday, Dec. 3 at Harrah’s Resort Southern California, 777 S. Resort Drive, Valley Center. Tickets start at $39.50-$127. 760-751-3100. harrahssocal.com.
Gladys Knight
Grammy award-winning soul singer Gladys Knight will bring hits such as “Midnight Train to Georgia,” “I Heard it Through the Grapevine” and “If I Were Your Woman” along with a twist on holiday favorites with her “Gladys Knight A Holiday Celebration” concert. 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 at Fantasy Spring Resort Casino, 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway Indio. Tickets start at $59. at fantasyspringsresort.com.
A Rat Pack Christmas
Journey back through time with the music of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Joey Bishop and Peter Lawford performed by impersonators reimagining classic Christmas tunes of the ’50s and ’60s. 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 14 at Spotlight 29 Casino, 46-200 Harrison Place, Coachella. Free admission. 760-775-5566. spotlight29.com.
Chris Isaak: It’s Almost Christmas
Singer-songwriter Chris Isaak has two Christmas albums,” Everybody Knows It’s Christmas,” released last year and, “Christmas,” both of which will be featured during his holiday performance. In addition to original holiday songs, fans can also expect renditions of Christmas classics. 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 20, at Pechanga Resort Casino, 45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula. $79-$99. 877-711-2946. pechanga.com.