Elf – The Musical at Hollywood Pantages Theatre

As the holidays start rushing in, it’s time to be nice… or play nice to make it to Santa’s good side on his list. As the jingle bells ring, a slew of holiday concerts and spectacles are coming to town. As the streets of Los Angeles come to life with holiday carols, one of the best Christmas theatrical productions is coming to town — right in the heart of Hollywood Boulevard at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre. Based on the beloved holiday film, Elf The Musical is the hilarious and heartwarming tale of an orphaned child who finds himself crawling into Santa’s sack of toys on Christmas Eve. He then embarks on a journey to New York to find his birth father, and he ends up helping people of the Big Apple to discover the true meaning of Christmas. 

A hilarious fish-out-of-water comedy spectacular, Elf’s story has touched millions of hearts, sharing an endearing tale of finding one’s identity and rekindling hearts to live out the spirit of the season. Hailed as one of the best musicals to catch as the season of giving hits, it’s definitely time to call up your family and friends for a heartwarming night of an Elf’s mission to help people discover Christmas in their hearts once more. 

Based on the 2003 motion picture, Elf The Musical premiered on Broadway in 2010, with a score by Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin. Since then, its run has been revived in 2012 and 2024 with West End productions that also took place in 2015, 2022, 2023, and 2025. This Holidays 2026, a brand-new U.S. tour is coming to life.

Elf – The Musical Tickets

THE HOLIDAYS REIMAGINED

Discover the heart of Elf inside of you — one who seeks answers, navigating what Christmas means for every unique heart. While others try hard to be on Santa’s ‘nice’ list, plenty of hearts are just trying to get by, longing for that magical spark that their inner child had left. This 2026, Elf The Musical will definitely rekindle your spirits in this season of giving. 

Following the journey of Buddy, a young orphan who happened to crawl into Santa’s bag of gifts, ends up being raised as an elf in the North Pole. Discovering that he is actually human, his growing size and inability to make toys as quickly as the others finds him facing the truth — to discover his true identity, find his birth dad, and live a true life. On his mission, he ends up helping the world discover the true meaning of Christmas.

With his father on Santa’s ‘naughty list’ and his half-brother doesn’t even believe in Santa anymore, you’ll see why this Elf’s mission is a journey of a lifetime. He’s dead-set on winning over his family and helping the Big Apple lift up its Christmas spirits once again.

Think you’ve got it all together? Buying gifts, sending cards, watching children’s carols, having a nice dinner, or you’ve just been letting the holidays pass… Elf The Musical is a must-see! Remember the good ‘ol days where sparks fly as the spirit of the season enters your chimney as you stayed up for Christmas Eve as a kid? That’s the same feeling that this musical brings, even to adult hearts. While children may appreciate all the dazzling lights, colours, and carols, parents and the grown-ups will surely feel the magic coming back, something so familiar yet tucked deep in your hearts. 

WHAT TO EXPECT

Elf The Musical features a wonderful score by Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin — the Tony Award-nominated pair behind The Wedding Singer and The Prom. The hilarious yet heartwarming book is brought to you by Tony Award-winning writers Thomas Meehan (Annie, The Producers) and Bob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone). Altogether, they created a holiday classic for a new generation, sharing best elements from the film with new theatrical surprises.

• First of all, you’re up for showstopping music and dance numbers — ones that’ll have you all hyped up as you feel the holiday rush kicking in. There’s energetic choreography, wonderful song, and heartfelt energies as the whole cast immerses you into the whimsical spectacle.
• A wave of holiday nostalgia! If you’re a big fan of the movie, you’ll be delighted to know that the theatrical production takes its best elements, hilarity, and heartwarming moments reimagined for the live-stage production. Heightened with dazzling lights, awesome choreography, and creative scenic effects, Elf The Musical serves something familiar yet wonderfully fresh.
• Overall, it’s a heartwarming moment best-shared with family and friends. With a message that inspires hearts to discover their true identity, and what the season of giving really means for each person. Helping hearts embrace their inner selves, feel your inner child speak and shed a tear as Elf brings back the holiday spark we’ve all been longing for.

WORD ON THE STREET — IT’S THE BEST CHRISTMAS SPECTACLE!

Since Elf The Musical premiered on Broadway in Christmas 2010, critics have long-praised the production’s wonderful take on the classic 2003 film. Its original production broke box office records, grossing over a million dollars in one week. In time for the 2010 Thanksgiving weekend, it was the third best-grossing show leading up to Christmas. 

“The show has CRACKED THE CODE OF ALL-AGES COMEDY, the kind that will leave children and grown-ups equally helpless with laughter.” – The New York Times

“It’s enough to MAKE YOU BELIEVE IN THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS.” – The New Yorker

“A gift for kids and adults, and a very ‘sparklejollytwinklejingley’ night out!” – The Daily Beast

“Really elfin’ good!” – Time Out

“Lands on the very, very nice list” – The New York Times

As critics sang praises for Elf’s holiday spectacular, millions of audiences around the globe have shared and made special memories with their dear loved ones — leaving the theater with lives changed. If this is your first time watching Elf The Musical, you’re in for a whimsical treat as this year’s brand-new production takes the spectacle’s best moments to new heights. Let its charming tale warm up your hearts in the chilly season of love.

VENUE INFORMATION — Hollywood Pantages Theatre

The Pantages is a breathtaking theater situated in the heart of the Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles. A former movie theater with a glorious past, it has become one of the greatest landmarks in the Entertainment Capital of the World. Now, the art-deco theater is home to Broadway musicals and other large-scale theatrical productions. 

While it packs a rich history as it stood close to a century, the theater is fitted with modern amenities and up-to-date lights & sound equipment – ensuring smooth runs of your favorite musicals, theater shows, plays, and even intimate concerts. Every show in this intimate space is a jaw-dropping experience as the theater’s art-deco architecture offers a unique vibe to every grand production taking over the stage.

Moreover, while you’re in the heart of Hollywood, there’s tons to see and do in this sprawling City of Angels. There’s plenty of top-tier restaurants, pubs, bars, and tourist attractions – don’t forget to take a photo with the Hollywood sign behind you! If you’re making the trip to catch Elf, make sure to plan out a whole holiday trip with your family and friends. There’s no dull moment in Hollywood!

Of course, as the holiday season rushes in, tickets to Elf The Musical are selling fast. Lucky for you, we have the best seats still up for grabs. Hit the ‘Get Tickets’ link right above to secure your passes now!