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Virtual Shows To Get You In The Holiday Spirit

From Dolly Parton to Lil Nas X.

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The holidays are fast approaching and we’re still in the midst of a pandemic. Who saw that coming? Just kidding! There's still celebrating to be had, albeit through the safety of a screen. We've rounded up the best spectacles to watch that will be sure to amp up the seasonal cheer.

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The Pete Davidson Holiday Classic

Who better to lead a virtual table read of classic It's A Wonderful Life than Pete Davidson? His SNL comedic timing will obviously benefit his performance, and he'll be joined by all-star cast including Maude Apatow, Michael Shannon, and more.

Streaming 8 p.m. EST, December 13

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All I Want For Christmas Is Mariah Carey

There's only one queen of Christmas: Mariah Carey. Mariah Carey’s Magical Christmas Special finds the icon teaming up with Santa to save holiday cheer. Joining the extravaganza are Tiffany Haddish, Billy Eichner, Ariana Grande & more.

Streaming, December 4, Apple TV+

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K-Pop's Biggest Night

You know a livestream is going to be an off-the-wall, bonkers experience when it's just called "The Show." Like, that's it, we're saving the embellishments for the stage! K-pop superstars BLACKPINK will be bringing the concert experience to their YouTube channel, and it will surely keep you buzzing through New Year's Eve, and into 2021.

December 27 at 2 p.m. KST (12 a.m. EST)

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Cyndi Lauper & Friends

Cher, Dolly Parton, Billie Eilish, Taylor Swift, Phoebe Bridgers & more will join Cyndi Lauper for her "Home For The Holidays" virtual concert for her LGBTQ youth homelessness charity, the True Colors Foundation.

8 p.m. ET, TikTok, Dec 11, or 8 p.m. ET, Facebook and YouTube, Dec 13

12 Days of Christmas, Remixed

DJ GRiZ is spreading the holiday cheer across 12 days with the Detroit party '12 Days of GRiZMAS.’ The event will be held on Zoom and Twitch, and will bring all things wholesome front and center, including a charity auction, cookie baking session, & trivia.

Streaming, December 12

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Amazon Music Holiday Plays

In the past, Amazon pumped out Yuletide cheer with Kacey Musgraves, and now they're turning to Lil Nas X, to host Holiday Plays. The three-part event kicks off with Miley Cyrus, who likely breathe new life into all the best Christmas songs.

Streaming beginning December 1, 8pm EST

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