Before launching into 2025, The Acorn will present its holiday lineup beginning December 10 with Tar River Swing.

Following the Tar River Swing show the schedule is as follows:

December 13: Elvis Christmas featuring Matt Lewis

December 14: Lakeland Cultural Arts Community's Lake Gaston Christmas Cantata

December 15:  Cookies with Santa — a free event for children and families. 

December 20-22: Jessica Lynn's Very Merry Classic Christmas, showcasing over 175 local students and performers from:

Tiffany's Dance Studio

 Crystal's Elite Dance Studio

 The Concrete Rose Dance Academy

 The Alternative

 Hope's School of Dance

 Littleton Academy

 Warren County Band

 Gilbert Avent & Avent G Production

The 2025 schedule goes beyond concerts. 

“(The year) 2025 represents more than just concerts at The Acorn,” General Manager Elizabeth Branham said. “As a nonprofit organization, we're expanding our mission to include more educational classes, family-friendly community events, and specialized programming for children. We're building on our foundation of bringing exceptional entertainment to create a true cultural hub for our community.”

Community engagement remains at the heart of The Acorn's mission, Branham said.

The venue serves as an official U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots drop-off location, with all donations staying within the local community. 

Representatives from Toys for Tots will be present on December 20-22 to collect donations during the Jessica Lynn Christmas shows.  

Additionally, The Acorn will serve as an official mail drop for the North Pole with a giant mailbox on site where children can bring their letters to Santa.  

Through the Share the Joy Campaign, The Acorn is partnering with local organizations to give back to the community during the holidays. 

When purchasing tickets to the Christmas shows, patrons can use special codes available from Distinguished Young Women of the Roanoke Valley, Arcola Fire Department, Greater Littleton Development Organization, John 3:16 Center, Lake Gaston Chamber, Roanoke Valley Chamber, Lake Gaston and Littleton Lions Clubs, Littleton Academy, and Littleton Woman's Club. 

For each ticket purchased using an organization's unique code, The Acorn will donate $5 to that organization. Contact these organizations directly to receive their special code and support their missions while enjoying great entertainment.

The Acorn's commitment to community support extends beyond the holiday season. Recently, the organization raised over $13,000 for Western North Carolina communities impacted by Hurricane Helene, demonstrating its dedication to helping neighbors in need.

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2025 lineup

January

January 17: American Idol finalist Josh Gracin

January 18: On the Border: The Ultimate Eagles Tribute

January 25: Nashville songwriter Skip Ewing presents an intimate night of stories and songs. Ewing's compositions have been recorded by industry giants including Keith Urban, George Strait, Willie Nelson, and Kenny Chesney, with hits like Love, Me, I Believe, and You Had Me from Hello.

January 31: Edwin McCain, the voice behind I'll Be and I Could Not Ask For More.

February

February 8: Party to a Murder —An interactive murder mystery dinner experience in the gallery. February 22: CMA winner and Grammy/ACM nominee T. Graham Brown takes the stage.

March

March 1: Blue Monday and 80's Tribute Band brings the decade's biggest hits to life. 

March 8: Exile: 60th Anniversary Tour takes The Acorn stage. 

March 22: Two-time ACM New Female Vocalist nominee RaeLynn 

Tickets and information for all shows are available at TheAcornLive.com