What if your family’s Halloween movie night came with a live orchestra, a costume contest, and a chance to win FREE tickets?
Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas in Concert is coming to Erie’s Warner Theatre for just two shows October 24 and 25, and the Erie Philharmonic is bringing Halloween Town to life like you’ve never experienced it before.
Plus, Macaroni KID Erie has teamed up with the Erie Philharmonic to give away four tickets, plus an all-ages costume contest with $100 prizes!
This Is Halloween … With a Live Orchestra!
You know the movie. You know the songs. But you’ve never experienced The Nightmare Before Christmas quite like this!
Watch Jack Skellington, Sally, Oogie Boogie, and all your favorite characters on the Warner Theatre’s big screen while the Erie Philharmonic performs Danny Elfman’s unforgettable score live, perfectly synchronized with the film.
Conducted by Daniel Meyer, this special performance combines the magic of the beloved Halloween classic with the excitement of hearing a live orchestra.
Whether your kids are longtime fans or discovering Halloween Town for the first time, it’s a whole new way to experience the movie together.
MACARONI KID ERIE GIVEAWAY
Win FOUR Tickets!
One lucky winner will receive a family four-pack of tickets to experience The Nightmare Before Christmas in Concert!
Giveaway opens: Sunday, Oct. 11
Giveaway closes: Sunday, Oct. 18.
Winner announced Oct 19.
Don’t want to risk missing it? Tickets are on sale now!
Come in Costume and You Could Win $100!
Here’s another reason to get excited: Macaroni KID Erie is sponsoring the Erie Philharmonic’s all-ages costume contest at BOTH performances!
Kids and grown-ups are invited to come dressed in their Halloween best, with three $100 prizes up for grabs at each show.
Costume Contest Prizes
Best Adult Costume
$100 Amazon gift card
Best Big Kid Costume (ages 10-17)
$100 Cinemark movie gift card
Best Little Kid Costume (ages 0-9)
$100 Werner Books gift card
That’s $600 in prizes across both performances!
Whether your family goes all out with matching Halloween costumes or your kids have been waiting for an excuse to wear theirs again, this is their chance to show them off.
Costume contest rules: A performance ticket and a costume are required to enter. Costumes must be family-friendly, with no weapons or excessive gore. See Erie Events for security policies and prohibited items.
The Nightmare Before Christmas in Concert: Dates & Tickets
When:
Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 25, 2026, at 3 p.m.
Where:
Warner Theatre, 811 State St., Erie, PA
What:
The complete film Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas on the big screen, accompanied by the Erie Philharmonic performing Danny Elfman’s score live.
Tickets:
Just $19 for students and children, with adult tickets starting at $29! A family of four with two adults and two kids can attend for as little as $96, before applicable fees.
Tickets are also available at 814-455-1375 or at the Erie Philharmonic Box Office, 17 W. 10th St., Erie, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Make Some Halloween Memories!
Halloween costumes, a favorite movie on the big screen in a historic theater, and the unforgettable sound of a live orchestra? That’s a pretty great way to celebrate spooky season, and not something you can stream at home.
Enter our giveaway for your chance to win four tickets, or secure your seats now for October 24 or 25!
And don’t forget your costumes. We’ll be looking forward to seeing all those creative Halloween looks at the Warner Theatre!