Purdue Convos Holiday Gift Guide
Give the gift of music this holiday season! Purdue Convocations brings a wide range of performances this Spring 2026. Follow this gift guide for local shopping inspiration to pair with your next Convos show outing.
Plan your Night Out with these Gift Ideas
A one-of-a-kind concert event that blends holiday classics, heartfelt originals, and a touch of humor—all delivered with Jim Brickman’s signature piano style.
Gift Idea
Carol the residents of Westminster Village before being serenaded by the one and only Jim Brickman!
Based on true events, Kinky Boots follows the journey of two people with nothing in common—or so they think. The unlikely pair find that they have more in common than they realized… and discover that you change the world when you change your mind.
Gift Idea
Head to the City of West Lafayette’s Riverside Ice Rink before the show for some winter fun!
With a 43-year legacy, the Yellowjackets have released 26 albums, earned 16 Grammy® nominations, and built a reputation as one of jazz’s most influential groups. Originally formed in the late 1970s as Robben Ford’s backing band, they soon evolved into their own powerhouse trio.
Gift Idea
Grab dinner at the Union Hotel’s 811 Bistro before the Purdue Jazz Festival’s headline performance!
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
January 31, 2026 at 8:00 pm
Elliott Hall of Music
The ensemble performs a rich repertoire, ranging from classic jazz compositions to new works, and is known for its virtuosic musicianship and innovative interpretations. Under Marsalis’s direction, the band has played a pivotal role in shaping the contemporary jazz scene, blending tradition with modern influences while fostering education and cultural outreach.
Gift Idea
Students can take advantage of the $5 ticket deal for this night of music!
The Acting Company transforms Charles Dickens’ Great Expectations into an effervescent work for the stage in which we follow the adventures of Pip, one of Dickens’ most cherished characters.
Gift Idea
Grab a drink at the Union Hotel’s Boiler Up Bar and reminisce on high school English class before the show!
Celebrating 30 years, STOMP is explosive, inventive, provocative, witty, and utterly unique—an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages. The international percussion sensation has garnered armfuls of awards and rave reviews and has appeared on numerous national television shows.
Take your family to Arni’s for the family meal before the show!
A blend of theatre, gaming, and one-of-a-kind storytelling, this show is for you whether you are curious about D&D, a die-hard gamer, or a lover of adventure. No matter what quest you conquer, this experience will never be the same twice!
Gift Idea
Get some Mad Mushroom pizza before the show and play some D&D after!
Based on the beloved film, MRS. DOUBTFIRE tells the hysterical and heartfelt story of an out-of-work actor who will do anything for his kids. It’s “the lovable, big-hearted musical comedy we need right now,” raves the Chicago Tribune—one that proves we’re better together.
Gift Idea
Grab dinner at East End Grill with the family before the show!
An Odyssey is a long, eventful, and adventurous journey. For 2026, TEDxPurdueU calls forth the heroes of our world to undertake their own odysseys, full of excitement, struggle, and transformation.
Gift Idea
Get lunch at Ripple & Co. before the event to fuel your brain!
Ax and the Hatchetmen came here to party. The six-piece indie rock band from Chicago, led by singer and guitarist Axel Ellis (star of Amazon Prime’s The Runarounds), have been headlining tours and releasing music since 2018. Rounding out the rest of the band are the Hatchetmen- made up of Salvatore Defilippis on guitar, Hunter Olshefke on bass, Nick Deputy on drums, Phil Pistone on trumpet and Quinn Dolan on saxophone.
Gift Idea
Support our Student Concert Committee by buying tickets to the show for you and your friends!
Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes.
Gift Idea
Get dinner at Sakanaya before the show… beware the feisty shrimp.
Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’®
April 25, 2026 at 3:00 pm and 7:30 pm
Loeb Playhouse
Join us on a trip of self-discovery, backed by a new soundtrack of toe-tapping parodied hits from the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s. For these four ladies, menopause was not the end, but the beginning of a beautiful friendship where love conquers all, and friendships never fail!
Gift Idea
Grab brunch at The Lobby by Greyhouse before the show with the girls!
More Show Sponsors to Support
Although they may not be directly tied to a night out before or after a performance, we want to extend our sincere thanks to our additional sponsors for helping make the experiences above possible. Their support plays a vital role in bringing these memorable shows to our community, and we’re grateful for their partnership throughout the season.
MORE HOLIDAY GIFTS
Buy a Convos gift card
Gift Cards: Allow recipients to choose their preferred performances by gifting a Purdue Convocations gift card. Friends of Convos receive 1 Bonus Priority Seating Point for every $50 gift card purchased through December 31, 2025.
Please Note: Gift Cards should be treated as CASH and must be picked up and redeemed at the Stewart Center Box Office ONLY.
To ensure PAPER TICKETS or GIFT CARDS are ready for the holidays, please VISIT or CALL the box office by 4PM, Thursday, December 19, 2024.
- Online: Visit the Purdue Convocations Tickets page to buy tickets or gift cards.
- By Phone: Call (765) 494-3933 or (800) 914-SHOW, Monday – Friday, 10 am – 6 pm (10 am – 4 pm during summer and Purdue breaks).
- In Person: Stop by the Stewart Center Box Office at 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN.
