Put on your dancing shoes for these must-see shows and concerts around Houston from Monday, December 20 to Sunday, December 26, 2021.

This week, many touring artists are taking a break for the holiday season, but there is still some live music to be discovered. Whether you’re looking to feel the spirit of the season or just want to get to the beat, Houston will have a gig that’s right for you.

Want to go one step further for live gigs in Houston this month? Check the 365 Houston schedule for additional shows taking place across H-Town.

And if you’re feeling the spirit of the season, check out our holiday concert guide.

Top 9 shows and concerts in Houston this week

• Pentatonix in concert at the Smart Financial Center | Tuesday, December 21 – Sugar Land welcomes the chart-topping Grammy-winning a capella group known for their sensational renditions of pop hits and Christmas favorites, including their latest release for the holidays, Evergreen, which takes them on tour to the Smart Financial Center. $ 39.50 to $ 149.50. 8 p.m.
• Christmas Cantata by Gracias at the Toyota Center | Thursday 23 December | FREE – Touring around the world, this Christmas musical event is free and open to the public, spreading the word of hope, love and forgiveness from God. 7 p.m.
• John Evans at McGonigel’s Mucky Duck | Thursday 23 December – The Texan singer-songwriter takes the Upper Kirby stage for an evening performance. $ 30 to $ 240. 7 p.m.
• Joe Burlison’s Christmas Jazz Concert at Dosey Doe: The Big Barn | Thursday 23 December – The seven-piece jazz ensemble led by Joe Burlison takes the stage in the Woodlands for a favorite holiday night. $ 18 to $ 28. 8 p.m.
• Club 2K at Warehouse Live | Thursday 23 December – Lonny and Krys “2K” Kyle lead several DJs in an R&B experience that will get your feet in the groove. Advance tickets cost $ 15; $ 30 the day of the show. 9 p.m.
• DJ Deorro at Stereo Live | Thursday 23 December – Get started with Deorro’s House and EDM music when he hits the turntables at Stereo Live in West Houston. $ 28. 22h.
• DJ Saeed Younan at the Bauhaus | Sunday December 26 | FREE – On the edge of downtown, the bar and EDM room welcome DJ and dance music producer, Saeed Younan, who stops by to promote his recent album, Morph. Free with RSVP. 4 p.m.
• Mannheim road roller at the Smart Financial Center | Sunday 26 December – Celebrating their 35th anniversary of making music, the new age progressive rock group returns to their annual Christmas tour, bringing musically rich interpretations of holiday classics and original songs, perfect for Boxing Day. $ 45 to $ 85. 7:30 p.m.
• Real energy at the secret group | Sunday 26 December – The local punk group who released an album for the last time in 2014, Beyond the deadline, gets back together for a reunion show at EaDo. $ 10 to $ 20. 9 p.m.