PLAINFIELD, IN (July 14, 2026) – It’s Christmas in July and Hendricks Live! is proud to announce the best-selling solo pianist of our time, Jim Brickman, is bringing “A Christmas Celebration Live!” to downtown Plainfield on Wednesday, December 9th. This performance is part of the 2026 season presented by Hendricks County Bank and Trust and supported by Hendricks Regional Health.
Tickets go on sale this Friday, July 17 at hendrickslive.org/events.
Hit-making songwriter Jim Brickman’s distinctive piano style and captivating live performances have revolutionized the popularity of instrumental music, making him a driving force behind modern American music. He has earned 21 No. 1 albums and 32 Top 20 radio singles in the industry bible Billboard Magazine, and has garnered two Grammy nominations, gospel music’s Dove Award, two SESAC Songwriter of the Year Awards, and the Canadian Country Music Award.
In this special concert event at Hendricks Live! Brickman performs your favorite Christmas classics that capture the spirit of the holiday season.
The Hendricks Live! 2026 season also includes:
*Part of the York Automotive Concert Series
- Twilight on the Terrance: A Rodney Stepp Experience –
There’s something special about enjoying live jazz and R&B under the open sky, drink in hand, as the sun sets over the terrace. Rodney Stepp and his band bring a level of talent and showmanship that turns every performance into an experience—smooth, soulful, and effortlessly engaging: Friday, July 24 & Friday, August 21 - Colton Dixon* – After netting nearly 1 billion streams, notching successive #1 entries on various Billboard and radio charts, and selling out tours, the American Idol contestant’s artistry continues to connect straight from the heart: Saturday, August 22
- Jimmie Vaughan Jr.* – The American blues-rock guitarist and singer is the older brother of the Texas blues guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan and was a founding member of The Fabulous Thunderbirds: Thursday, September 3
- Cabaret Latino – This vibrant, bilingual musical revue celebrates the rich influence of Latin American music on American pop culture: Saturday, October 3
- Men in the Fire Gospel Quartet* – Known for their tight vocals and dynamic stage presence, this talented quartet have been a fixture at local venues like The Jazz Kitchen and Clowes Memorial Hall: Friday, October 9
- The Ultimate Doors* – The four musicians of The Ultimate Doors combine to create a sound so faithful, that fans often remark they feel as though they’re at a real Doors concert: Saturday, October 10
- Anthony Nunziata* – The Nashville-based singer, songwriter, actor, and entertainer’s soulful voice brings new life to the Great American Songbook, Italian arias, pop classics, and his own genre-blending original music: Friday, October 23
- Foreigner’s Journey* – This premier tribute supergroup celebrates the iconic rock music of both Foreigner and Journey: Sunday, October 25
- Dave Matthews Tribute Band* – For over 20 years, the Dave Matthews Tribute Band has been performing sold out shows around the world; playing more than 2,000 concerts in 46 states and 9 countries: Saturday, November 7
- Hannibal Buress* – This acclaimed American comedian, actor, writer, producer, and musician is known for his signature relaxed, deadpan delivery and sharp observational humor: Friday, November 13
- The Smithereens* – Famous for their signature blend of catchy power pop melodies and heavy, driving guitar riffs, they became a major fixture of college rock and alternative music throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s: Friday, November 20
- Jim Brickman: Christmas Celebration Live!* – Grammy-Nominated piano sensation Jim Brickman will dazzle audiences with his unique musical style and his compelling storytelling: Wednesday, December 9
*Part of the York Automotive Concert Series
Additional shows as part of the Hendricks Live! 2026 season also include:
Hendricks Symphony Presents:
- From Russia With Love – From the haunting beauty of Borodin’s Polovtsian Dances (featuring full chorus) to the defiant, earth-shaking power of Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5. We also welcome our latest Concerto Competition Winner for a breathtaking solo debut: September 18+20
- Hail Britannia – A grand tour of Britain! Experience the mist of Mendelssohn’s Fingal’s Cave, the celestial power of Holst’s The Planets, and the regal splendor of Handel’s Zadok the Priest. We cap the concert with the best of the West End—including favorites from Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera, and the witty charm of Gilbert and Sullivan: October 30+ November 1
- Home For The Holidays – Relive the magic of childhood with a flurry of holiday masterpieces, including a suite from John Williams’ iconic score from Home Alone and John Rutter’s I Wish You Christmas. We’ll combine some of our Hendricks Symphony favorites with some new gems to help you make the perfect Christmas memory with your family this season: December 11-13
Hendricks Civic Theatre Presents:
- Anastasia – Based on the book by Terrence McNally, with music and lyrics by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens: July 31-Aug. 9
Hendricks Live! is the premier venue in west central Indiana for year-round performances, events, and exhibits for all ages and interests. Since its launch in spring 2024, the venue has hosted a vast array of artists, including Christopher Cross, Sandi Patty, Five For Fighting, John Hiatt, Robert Glasper, Andy Grammer, Hotel California, Sebastian Bach, Judy Collins, Crash Test Dummies, Lisa Loeb, Stanley Clarke, and many more.
PRESALE TICKETS: Presale tickets for donors go on sale Wednesday, July 15, at 10 am at hendrickslive.org/events. For more information about presale access as a donor perk, please visit www.hendrickslive.org/support or email info@hendrickslive.org.
TICKETS: Tickets go on sale to the public Friday, July 17, at 10 am and will be available at hendrickslive.org/events. For questions about purchasing tickets, please email info@hendrickslive.org.
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