Messiah is the sound of Christmas for a lot of Vancouverites, and the Vancouver Bach Choir’s performance at the Orpheum is the big one. In 2026 it’s on Saturday, December 12 at 7:30 PM, with orchestra and soloists, conducted by Leslie Dala.
Handel’s Messiah: Quick Facts
| Date | Saturday, December 12, 2026, 7:30 PM |
| Where | Orpheum Theatre, 601 Smithe Street, Vancouver |
| Performers | Vancouver Bach Choir with orchestra and soloists, conducted by Leslie Dala |
| Tickets | $20 to $65 |
| Tickets | showpass.com |
Want to Sing It Yourself?
United Voices Choir hosts a Sing-Along Messiah on Saturday, December 19, 2026, 2:00 to 5:00 PM at Kerrisdale Presbyterian Church, 2733 West 41st Avenue. The audience sings the choruses with an orchestra and soloists, led by Dr. Greg Caisley. Bring your own score or use one provided. Tickets are on Eventbrite.
More Baroque at Christmas
- A French Baroque Christmas, Friday, December 4 at 7:30 PM at the Chan Centre: Ensemble Correspondances performs Charpentier’s Midnight Mass for Christmas, presented by Early Music Vancouver.
- Festive Cantatas: Gloria, Sunday, December 20 at 3:00 PM at the Chan Centre: Vivaldi’s Gloria and Bach cantatas with the Pacific Baroque Orchestra and Vancouver Youth Choir.
- Christmas with the Bach Choir, Sunday, December 6 at 2:00 PM at the Orpheum, a family concert with an audience singalong.
More Christmas Shows
Every holiday show this season is in our Christmas shows in Vancouver guide, and the concerts are in Christmas concerts in Vancouver.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Messiah in Vancouver in 2026?
The Vancouver Bach Choir performs it at the Orpheum on Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 7:30 PM.
How much are tickets?
$20 to $65.
Is there a sing-along Messiah?
Yes, on Saturday, December 19 at Kerrisdale Presbyterian Church, hosted by United Voices Choir.
Part of: Vancouver Christmas Guide 2026 › Christmas Concerts in Vancouver
