Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Celebrates The Holiday Season

Celebrate Hanukkah with an unforgettable night of laughter during the Dovi Neuburger & Ami Kozak Hanukkah Comedy Show, sponsored in part by the City of Aventura as part of the Aventura Comedy Series, for two shows on Saturday, December 5th, 2026 at 7:15 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. Neuburger is a New York based stand-up comedian and a rising star in the Jewish comedy world. He regularly opens for Elon Gold's theater dates, performing for sold-out audiences nationwide and has built a growing digital following of more than 65,000 on Instagram. Kozak is a comedian, musician, impressionist and podcaster. Kozak's online videos have taken social media by storm, amassing millions of views on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and Twitter. He has been featured on Fox News; Sky News; The Daily Wire; Adam Carolla; as well as numerous other high-profile news segments and podcasts. He has become a staunch advocate for Israel and the Jewish community and hosts his own podcast, Ami's House. VIP tickets are available for this performance. VIP tickets include premium seating in the first two rows and a post-show meet-and-greet with the artists. This show contains adult language or content.

Drew Anthony LLC Productions presents The Dean Martin Story - Christmas Special on Sunday, December 6th, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. This theatrical musical journey celebrates Martin's legendary career along with iconic guest appearances with Jerry Lewis, Marilyn Monroe, Johnny Carson and Peggy Lee. VIP tickets are available for this performance. VIP tickets include premium seating and a pre-show meet and greet.

Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida presents The Nutcracker GALA EVENT on Thursday, December 10th, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. Whether audiences are discovering The Nutcracker for the very first time or continuing a cherished holiday tradition, Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida's 29th Anniversary production promises an unforgettable experience for all ages. Journey into a magical world of dancing snowflakes; the enchanting Waltz of the Flowers; the dazzling Sugar Plum Fairy; and Tchaikovsky's timeless score brought to life by the exceptional artists of Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida under the visionary direction of Maestro Vladimir Issaev. This special Gala performance includes a VIP ticket option which includes premium seating and complimentary beverage, and all ticket holders are welcome to attend a free 30-minute pre-show discussion prior to the performance inside the theater. A valid ticket for the corresponding performance is required to attend.

Celebrate the holiday season with a local beloved production of The Nutcracker, presented by Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida and choreographed by Maestro Vladimir Issaev at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center on Friday and Saturday, December 11th, 2026 and 12:00 p.m. at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 13th, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Audiences will follow young Clara on her magical journey from a festive holiday celebration to an enchanted world of dancing snowflakes, a thrilling battle with the Mouse King and the magnificent Kingdom of Sweets. Set to Tchaikovsky's timeless and beloved score, this enchanting production features Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida's professional dancers in the leading roles who are joined by a delightful cast of talented young performers from the local community and colorful character artists. A perfect way to celebrate the season, The Nutcracker is a magical experience for audiences of all ages and a holiday tradition the whole family will treasure.

Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida presents The Nutcracker, Sensory-Inclusive Performance at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center on Sunday, December 13th, 2026 at 11 a.m. This sensory-inclusive performance is intended to create a welcoming and supportive environment for children and adults on the Autism Spectrum as well as individuals with other developmental disabilities or sensitivity issues. Slight adjustments have been made to the production including reduced sound levels, no flashing or strobe lights and minimal special effects. An area adjacent to the theater has been designated as the Sensory Quiet Room with a specially trained therapist to provide audience support. Created by the world-famous composer Tchaikovsky nearly 200 years ago, The Nutcracker tells the story of a spectacular Christmas Eve party and the magical events that take place late that night. With dancers of all ages, colorful costumes and breathtaking music, this abridged (60-minute), sensory-friendly performance of the timeless classic celebrates the magic of the season and serves as a wonderful introduction to the ballet. This sensory-inclusive program is made possible through the generous support of The Batchelor Foundation, BBX Capital Foundation, The Gore Family Memorial Foundation Trust, Nicklaus Children's Health System, and The Taft Foundation. Special thanks to UM-NSU CARD for their in-kind support.

Celebrate the season with a holiday concert full of warmth, joy and pure soul during Uptown: A Very Soulful Christmas on Sunday, December 20th, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, presented by the City of Aventura. Audiences will reimagine classics including It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year, Winter Wonderland, Let It Snow and White Christmas with rich harmonies and smooth, stylish energy. The men of Uptown bring soulful flair to favorites including This Christmas, The Christmas Song and Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas while adding fun with hits like Jingle Bell Rock, Last Christmas and All I Want for Christmas Is You. Blending high-energy performance with heartfelt moments, this festive show is nostalgic, modern and guaranteed to have audiences smiling and singing along.

Tickets to these shows are on sale now. Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. Buy tickets online at: www.aventuracenter.org. By phone at: 1 (877) 311-7469. Or: (954) 462-0222. Or in person at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center box office Wednesday through Saturday from 12:00 p.m. Noon to 5:00 p.m. and 90 minutes prior to each performance. For Group Sales, please call: (954) 660-6307.

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The Broward Center for the Performing Arts manages the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, a 14,864-Square-Foot, 330-Seat Waterfront Complex that hosts performing arts, cultural and educational programming for all ages.