The Carpenters Songbook: A Live Celebration
Show Times and Tickets
Few voices in pop history are as instantly recognizable, or as deeply loved, as Karen Carpenter’s. THE CARPENTERS SONGBOOK: A LIVE CELEBRATION, brings the icon’s extraordinary voice and the brother-sister duo’s unforgettable music back to the stage in a beautifully crafted all-new production from the creative team behind The Simon & Garfunkel Story.
With a full band and heartfelt storytelling, this concert captures the warmth, emotion, and musical brilliance of The Carpenters. It’s a touching tribute that invites audiences to sing-along, reminisce, and fall in love all over again. Expect to relive all of their favorites including “We’ve Only Just Begun,” “Close to You,” and “Rainy Days and Mondays” with this heartfelt love letter to the quiet magic of Karen and Richard Carpenter.
The VIP Experience includes:
- A private 20-minute acoustic performance with the lead performers of The Carpenters Songbook for VIP attendees only, featuring exclusive Carpenters songs not performed in the main show.
- A Meet & Greet and photo opportunity with the two lead performers of The Carpenters Songbook.
- A limited edition, collectible VIP laminate.
Option 1: Purchase your Ticket + VIP Experience together and enjoy:
- Premium seating in price level G (our best seats)
- VIP Experience
- Best available seating and VIP access in one package
This is our premium option and offers the closest seats plus the VIP Experience.
Option 2: Purchase a Ticket with an Optional VIP Add-On
- Choose from any seating in price levels A-F
- Add the Optional VIP Experience during checkout or at a later date, while supplies last
- Enjoy a lower ticket price with the flexibility to upgrade your experience
This option offers excellent seats at a lower price, with the opportunity to add the VIP Experience separately.

Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts (formerly Times-Union Center)
300 Water Street
Jacksonville FL 32202