Iowa State University's Holiday Concert Tickets

Welcome to the official page for Iowa State University’s Holiday Concert, a beloved annual tradition that brings together ISU’s finest vocal and instrumental ensembles for a festive celebration of music. This year’s program features the renowned Cantamus treble-voice choir, Lyrica, the Iowa State Singers, the Iowa Stateale Statesmen, and the ISU Symphony Orchestra in a concert experience that blends choral splendor with orchestral warmth. In addition to the choirs and orchestra, a separate concert bands program rounds out the evening with an equally joyful performance. Discover the passion, history, and upcoming performances below, and secure your seats for a memorable December night in Ames.

For attendees near Ames, IA, Stephens Auditorium serves as the premier venue, known for its acoustics and size that accommodate large ensembles with room-filling sound. This page provides background on the ensembles, a highlight reel of past performances, and up-to-date ticketing details for the 2025 Holiday Concert.

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Event details (as of the 2025 schedule): Holiday Concert at Stephens Auditorium, Ames, IA. TheChoirs & Orchestra performance is scheduled for December 7, 2025 at 3:00 pm, followed by the Concert Bands performance at 7:00 pm. General admission tickets start at the best available price, with students and youth under 18 admitted free. This multi-ensemble celebration showcases Iowa State Singers, Iowa Statesmen, Lyrica, Cantamus, and the ISU Symphony Orchestra in a program that reflects ISU’s long tradition of choral and orchestral excellence.

Cantamus, the ISU treble-voice choir, has recently gained international recognition with a 2025 tour to Finland and Sweden (Helsinki, Stockholm, Tampere) and a high-profile Tampere Vocal Festival engagement, earning three Gold Stamps at the festival—one of the top honors awarded. Cantamus, along with Lyrica, Iowa State Singers, and Iowa Statesmen, have appeared at ACDA/NCCO national conferences in past years, with continued activity through 2025. Cantamus has published two albums on Soundwaves Recording, capturing live and studio performances that showcase the ensemble’s precise vocal blend and musical storytelling.

Explore the social media and official pages below to connect with the ensembles, follow upcoming tours, and see behind-the-scenes content from ISU Music. We’ve included official links to Cantamus and the broader ISU Music programs for fans who want the latest updates.