Step Afrika!’s Magical Musical Holiday Step Show will return to Arena Stage, December 5 to 21, 2025.

As the world’s first holiday show highlighting the African American tradition of stepping, Step Afrika!’s Magical Musical Holiday Step Show is a feast for the eyes and ears. Fabulous and furry friends from the Arctic Kingdom–Popper the Penguin and Polo the Polar Bear–along with DJ Nutcracker, ensure a fun and exciting experience for the entire family!

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Testimonials

“Step Afrika!’s Magical Musical Holiday Step Show unifies audiences in the name of highlighting Black art forms and spreading cheer to last this season and beyond. … Step Afrika! highlights the magic of the holiday season, while beautifully and boldly paying homage to Black, African and D.C. culture and traditions.” – The Washington Informer

“Step Afrika!’s Magical Musical Holiday Step Show is joyful, inclusive, and soul-filling, but this year’s program is a tour de force. The show is much more than a spectacle — it’s an enthralling sensory experience rooted in history and packed full of joy.” – DC Theater Arts

“When those stage lights come up, Step Afrika! not only performs, the multifaceted artists bring the audience into the action, sharing the magic, cheer, and soulfulness of the season.” – The Washington Informer

“My favorite show every year!” – Tricie, Washington, DC

“Great energy, great talent, and great entertainment.” – Audience Member

“Everything worked! The performance was fantastic! To dance for over an hour with such excellence is unbelievable! Thanks for including the audience in some of the performances!” – Audience Member

“Step Afrika! delivered a masterful performance! Loved every second.” – Audience Member

“A HUGE thanks to Step Afrika! for more fun than I imagined was possible… that show lifted me so high and had me laughing so deeply – it was more positive than I thought was possible, and every member of my family felt the same! Thanks to Step Afrika! for bringing their absolutely irresistible energy. Such deep gratitude.” – Audience Member