The Coziest Holiday Tradition is Back: Andrew Bird’s ‘Gezelligheid’ Returns to Chicago for 5 Nights

Suppose you’re looking for a cozy holiday show set against the backdrop of a stunning church. In that case, you’d be delighted to hear Andrew Bird is returning to Chicago to present the latest edition of his acclaimed holiday concert, Gezelligheid. Following sold-out performances in previous years, he will once again showcase instrumental violin pieces, holiday classics, and fan favorites; this year’s concert marks the 15th annual run of the event. The term “Gezelligheid” is derived from Dutch and loosely translates to “cozy. And cozy it is. These performances have become one of the season’s tried-and-true traditions , defying wintertime doldrums through a communal experience of warm, comforting music. Bird wrote in his Substack: > Of course, we must do Pulaski at Night and seasonal-depression pep talks like Alabaster and Greenwine, but I’m full of new songs right now, and I really can’t wait to share them. I’ve got 15 ready to go. Andrew Bird’s Gezelligheid concert -------------------------------------- The Gezelligheid concert is taking place from December 8th to 12th at Fourth Presbyterian Church. While tickets are currently sold out, you can purchase resale tickets [here](https://www.stubhub.com/andrew-bird-tickets/performer/134826). Source: https://secretchicago.com/andrew-birds-gezelligheid-concert-chicago-2025/