Home for the Holidays at the Rialto Square Theatre November 21st through December 18th
This lineup of family-friendly shows includes classic titles, holiday favorites, well-known artists, and soon-to-be new holiday favorites.
Home for the Holidays has something for everyone! The festivities begin on Monday, November 20th with events and activities through Friday, December 22nd. It includes entertainment options for the whole family with holiday shows, concerts, social gatherings, movies and special events throughout the holiday season.
A Very Rialto Christmas: Merry & Bright
Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, United StatesKick off your holiday season with the Rialto Square Theatre and a special concert. Enjoy an evening focused on making your holiday season merry and bright. Join us starting at 6 PM for the Christmas Tree Lighting officially kicking off the holiday season.
Teddy Bear Tea – Morning Seating (SOLD OUT)
Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, United StatesThe Rialto Square Theatre holiday tradition continues. Young and old alike will enjoy this family tradition featuring a delicious brunch buffet and family fun complete with a special appearance by St. Nick himself and a keepsake teddy bear.
Teddy Bear Tea – Afternoon Seating (SOLD OUT)
Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, United StatesThe Rialto Square Theatre holiday tradition continues. Young and old alike will enjoy this family tradition featuring a delicious brunch buffet and family fun complete with a special appearance by St. Nick himself and a keepsake teddy bear.
Polar Express
Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, United StatesTom Hanks and director Robert Zemeckis ("Forrest Gump"; "Cast Away") reunite for "Polar Express," an inspiring adventure based on the beloved children's book by Chris Van Allsburg. When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.
Von Heidecke’s Chicago Festival Ballet’s The Nutcracker
Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, United StatesThis holiday favorite fairytale ballet is perfect for the entire family. The magical production features lavish costumes, exquisite sets, including a Christmas tree that grows before your eyes, and sensational choreography. Journey through the land of whirling snowflakes and visit the kingdom of the Sugar Plum Fairy. This is one holiday tradition you won’t want to miss.
The Gatlin Brothers: Country & Christmas
Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, United StatesFor more than 67 years, the Gatlin Brothers have entertained audiences in venues and stages all over the world from the Grand Ol’ Opry to Carnegie Hall.
Away In The Basement: A Church Basement Ladies Christmas
Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, United StatesAway in the Basement takes us back to 1959 and the day of the Sunday School Christmas Program. In the midst of holiday preparations and sprinklings of love in the air, the ladies in their witty, down-to-earth style are creating their own memories from Christmases past and present.
It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, United StatesAn annual holiday tradition returns to Rialto Square Theatre– join WJOL for an evening you won’t forget, as local radio talents perform the Christmas classic, It’s A Wonderful Life live from the Rialto Stage, as it broadcasts on WJOL simultaneously.
Steven Curtis Chapman Christmas
Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, United StatesSteven Curtis Chapman has spent the last 35 years writing and performing genre-defining songs that shaped a generation.
Merry Little Soiree – December 11
Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, United StatesEnjoy a swanky Christmas party with local favorite, Nova Soul.
Merry Little Soiree – December 12
Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, United StatesEnjoy a swanky Christmas party with local favorite, Nova Soul.
Merry Little Soiree – December 13
Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, United StatesEnjoy a swanky Christmas party with local favorite, Nova Soul.
Elf
Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, United StatesBuddy (Will Ferrell) was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa's elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn't fit in, the adult Buddy travels to New York, in full elf uniform, in search of his real father. As it happens, this is Walter Hobbs (James Caan), a cynical businessman. After a DNA test proves this, Walter reluctantly attempts to start a relationship with the childlike Buddy with increasingly chaotic results.
A Magical Cirque Christmas
Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, United StatesEmbrace the holiday spirit with A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS, a variety show full of nostalgia, charm, and awe-inspiring performances for all ages.
Home Alone
Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, United StatesWhen bratty 8-year-old Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin) acts out the night before a family trip to Paris, his mother (Catherine O'Hara) makes him sleep in the attic. After the McCallister’s mistakenly leave for the airport without Kevin, he awakens to an empty house and assumes his wish to have no family has come true. But his excitement sours when he realizes that two con men (Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern) plan to rob the McCallister residence, and that he alone must protect the family home.