Music fans looking for chart-toppers at Christmas time can choose from holiday concertspresented by radio stations WZPL-FM (99.5) and WOLT-FM (103.3).
The Chainsmokers will play the "TCC Jingle Jam," an annual show organized by WZPL. Vance Joy and Portugal the Man will share a bill for WOLT at one of station's two events billed as "Nights Alt 103.3 Stole Xmas."
But many other musical gifts are found on December's calendar, from the irreverent Leisure Kings and over-the-top Trans-Siberian Orchestra to country's Oak Ridge Boys and famed contemporary Christian vocalistSteven Curtis Chapman.
Check out details for 15Central Indiana concerts that will spread holiday cheer:
1. "The Night Alt 103.3 Stole Xmas #1"
8 p.m. Dec. 2, the Palladium, 1 Center Green, Carmel, sold out, TheCenterPresents.org, (317) 843-3800.
The first WOLT-FM (103.3) holiday show features rock band Evanescence (known for 2003 hits "Bring Me to Life" and "My Immortal") performing with a 28-member orchestra.
2. "The Leisure Kings Annual ‘R-Rated’ Holiday Big Band Show”
7:30 and 10 p.m. Dec. 2, the Jazz Kitchen, 5377 N. College Ave., $25 to $35, TheJazzKitchen.com, (317)253-4900.
This year marks the 15th anniversary of vocalist Mike Wiltrout and keyboard player Sean Baker getting together to reinventpopular songs as the lounge-tastic Leisure Kings.
3. "Holiday Jam: Blonde Gives Back"
7 p.m. Dec. 3, the Rathskeller, 401 E. Michigan St., $10 to $15, EventBrite.com, (317) 636-0396.
High-profile booking agency Blonde Entertainment will showcase acts such as Living Proof, the Doo!, the Bishops and My Yellow Rickshaw to raise funds for Dayspring Center and Humane Society for Hamilton County.
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4. "WJJK Not So Silent Night"
7:30 p.m. Dec. 7, Murat Theatre in Old National Centre, $25 to $75, LiveNation.com, (800) 745-3000.
Night Ranger will wake up the echoes of '80s mainstream metal for this show presented by radio station WJJK-FM (104.5).
5. "The Oak Ridge Boys Christmas Show"
7:30 p.m. Dec. 7, the Palladium, 1 Center Green, Carmel, $35 to $85, TheCenterPresents.org, (317) 843-3800.
This Country Music Hall of Fame quartet has seven Christmas albums on its resume, along with five Grammy Awards and more than 30 Top 10 singles.
6. "Johnny's CougarMost Epic-est Party Ever"
8 p.m.Dec. 9, the Hi-Fi, 1043 Virginia Ave., Suite 4, $50, HiFiIndy.com, (317) 986-7100.
The name of this cover band is Johnny's Cougar, made up of Hoosier all stars including Jeremy Vogt, Chad Mills and Borrow Tomorrow vocalist Chris Jerles. This show will raise funds for the Riley Cheer Guild's Music Therapy program.
7. "Dave Koz 20th Anniversary Christmas Tour"
7 p.m. Dec. 10, the Palladium, 1 Center Green, Carmel, $40 to $125, TheCenterPresents.org, (317) 843-3800.
Celebrated saxophone player Dave Koz, who's heard on new Foo Fighters album "Concrete and Gold," will return to the Palladium with special guests David Benoit, Rick Braun and Peter White.
8. "2017 K-Love Christmas"
7 p.m. Dec. 10, Murat Theatre in Old National Centre, $13 to $73, LiveNation.com, (800) 745-3000.
The Indianapolis affiliate of K-Love, WKLU-FM (101.9), will present a contemporary Christian lineup of Steven Curtis Chapman, Plumb, We Are Messengers and Marc Martel at Old National Centre.
9. "The Ten Tenors: Home for the Holidays"
7:30 p.m. Dec. 12, Clowes Hall, 4603 Sunset Ave., $36 to $82, Ticketmaster.com, (800) 745-3000.
This Australian music phenomenon is known for ascendant renditions of "Joy to the World," "White Christmas" and "Winter Wonderland."
10. "The TCC Jingle Jam"
7 p.m. Dec. 12, Bankers Life Fieldhouse, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., $40 to $125, Ticketmaster.com, (800) 745-3000.
EDM stars the Chainsmokers and Zedd will share a bill with '90s kings the Backstreet Boys and rising acts Hey Violet and Why Don't We.
11. "Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis"
7:30 p.m. Dec. 14, Clowes Hall, 4603 Sunset Ave., $45 to $79, Ticketmaster.com, (800) 745-3000.
New Age music pioneer Chip Davis launched his "Fresh Aire" empire in 1975. If you're out of the loop, Mannheim Steamroller conjures holiday magic with keyboards, guitar, violin, recorder and drums.
12."The Night Alt 103.3 Stole Xmas #2"
8 p.m. Dec. 15, Murat Theatre in Old National Centre, $25 to $75, LiveNation.com, (800) 745-3000.
Here's chance to hear massive2017 single "Feel It Still" performed by Portugal the Man. Vance Joy will treat the crowd to hits such as "Riptide," "Fire and the Flood" and "Lay It on Me."
13. "12 DJs of Xmas"
8 p.m. Dec. 19, the Pavilion at Pan Am, 201 S Capitol Ave., free admission with two canned goods, VisitIndy.com, (317) 500-4333.
This benefit for Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana provides a chance to enjoy a night on the dance floor while also feeding the hungry. Admission is free with the donation of two canned goods.
14. "Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve"
7 p.m. Dec. 20, Bankers Life Fieldhouse, 125 S. Pennsylvania St. $43 to $77, Ticketmaster.com, (800) 745-3000.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra will play its 16th show at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Known for its orchestral rock arrangements of Christmas music and high-tech stage shows featuring lights, lasers and pyrotechnics, TSO made its debut at the arena in 2004.
15. "WTTS Christmas Can Concert"
9 p.m. Dec. 21, the Vogue, 6259 N. College Ave., $30 to $35, Ticketfly.com, (317) 259-7029.
Led by vocalist-guitaristAdam Granduciel, the War on Drugs is on tour to promote critically acclaimed rock album "A Deeper Understanding." Concert attendees are encouraged to bring a sack of non-perishable canned goods to donate to Carmel-based Food Rescue.
16. "Jon McLaughlin: This Time of Year Tour"
8 p.m. Dec. 28-29,the Hi-Fi, 1043 Virginia Ave., Suite 4, $50, HiFiIndy.com, (317) 986-7100.
Indiana musician Jon McLaughlin has a new holiday EP titled "Red & Green," and the Anderson University alum will wrap up a national tour by playing two dates at Fountain Square's Hi-Fi.
Call IndyStar reporter David Lindquist at (317) 444-6404. Follow him on Twitter: @317Lindquist.
