TubaChristmas: A Holiday Tradition to Celebrate

You won't want to miss this holiday tradition known as TubaChristmas, where local musicians volunteer to perform. TubaChristmas is a national event. You can learn more by visiting the Harvey Phillips Foundation website.

There will be two performances, one in Jupiter and the other in Boca Raton. Take chairs, blankets, and be ready to sing along with your holiday favorites. Volunteer tuba and euphonium players will be decked out in holiday fashion eager to entertain friends, family, neighbors and visitors at these free outdoor concerts.

TubaChristmas

JUPITER

When: Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026, at 7 p.m.
Where: Jupiter Harborside 200 US-1, Jupiter

BOCA RATON

When: Sunday, Dec. 13, 2026, at 5 p.m.
Where: Mizner Park Amphitheater 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton

The concept was conceived in 1974 by Harvey Phillips as a tribute to his teacher and mentor William J. Bell, born on Christmas Day, 1902. The first TUBACHRISTMAS® was conducted by Paul Lavalle in New York City's Rockefeller Plaza Ice Rink on Sunday, Dec. 22, 1974.

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