capture the magic of
MESSIAH
Handel’s Messiah is the undisputed favorite of the holiday season, featuring the Syracuse University Oratorio Society, Symphoria, and spectacular soloists.
- December 2, 2023
- 8:00 pm EST
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Church of the Most Holy Rosary
111 Roberts Ave.
Syracuse, 13207, U.S. -
Running Time: 2 Hours
including a 20-minute intermission - Doors Open: 1 hour prior to the performance
Experience the holiday season like never before with Symphoria’s performance of Handel’s Messiah. Join us for a magical evening featuring the Syracuse University Oratorio Society, Symphoria, and spectacular soloists. The season’s favorite is back, and it’s a night you won’t want to miss.
John Warren, Director of the Syracuse University Oratorio Society, has led the community and student combined choir since 2011 and has prepared the vocal ensemble for this momentus concert with great anticipation every year. The choir had its start in 1975 and has carried on the tradition of performing Messiah every holiday season for the last 48 years.
65
Oratorio
Vocalists
50+
Years of Messiah
Performances
27
Orchestral
Musicians
110
The Church of the Most Holy Rosary was founded 110 years ago.
capture the magic of
syracuse
sample itinerary
Friday December 1
As the weekend begins, check into the luxurious Jefferson Clinton Hotel and leave your car behind. You won’t need it to explore Downtown Syracuse. Enjoy a delightful dinner at your choice of Pastabilities or Kitty Hoynes Irish Pub. The evening continues with Holiday Bingo, provided by the Downtown Committee of Syracuse, as you savor cocktails at Syracuse’s favorite speakeasy, The Fitz.
Discover the Sights:
Saturday December 2
Start your day with a scrumptious breakfast at Modern Malt before embarking on a visit to the Everson Museum and Onondaga Historical Association. Explore their gift shops to find unique holiday gifts to celebrate Central New York. Lunch is a treat at Epicuse, where you can pick up culinary delights for stocking stuffers. The evening unfolds with a delightful dinner at 317@Montgomery. Then it’s time to head to the Church of the Most Holy Rosary for Handel’s Messiah. Afterward, relish a winter ale at Wolff’s Biergarten before turning in for the night.
Farewell with Sweet Memories:
Sunday December 3
As the weekend comes to a close, enjoy a morning stop at Glazed and Confused for coffee and doughnuts before making your way back home.
where to stay
where to park
- Parking near Marriot
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where to dine and drink
- 11 Waters
- 317@Montgomery Street
- Apizza Regionale
- Dinosaur BBQ
- Epicuse - Food Market & Bistro
- Funk & Waffles
- Glazed and Confused
- Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant
- Oh My Darling
- Modern Malt
- Pastabilities
- Salt City Market
- Sweet Praxis
- The Spaghetti Warehouse
- Water Street Bagel Company
- Kitty Hoynes Irish Pub
- Wolff's Biergarten
where to explore
- Buy delicious chocolates at Sweet on Chocolate
- Hop on the shuttle to Destiny USA for holiday shopping
- Local holiday shopping at Wildflowers Armory
- Skate and Shop at Clinton Square
- Get your adventure on at WonderWorks
- Recharge at Billy Beez
- Holiday Bingo, provided by the Downtown Committee of Syracuse
- Enjoy cocktails at Syracuse's favorite speakeasy, The Fitz
- Everson Museum
- Onondaga Historical Association
- The MOST
- RedHouse Art Center
