Paramount Theater - VA
Blippi: Join The Band Tour in Charlottesville
Overview
Blippi: Join The Band Tour brings an interactive musical experience to The Paramount in Charlottesville on December 11, 2025. This family-friendly live show features Blippi and Meekah alongside professional musicians, creating an engaging performance where children explore sounds, rhythms, and instruments through all their favorite Blippi hits. The tour combines entertainment with musical education, inviting young audiences to grab their drumsticks, tune their guitars, and dance alongside the beloved characters.
Blippi has become a cultural phenomenon in children's entertainment, known for creating educational content that makes learning fun and accessible. The Join The Band Tour represents the character's expansion into live theatrical experiences, bringing the same enthusiastic energy and educational approach to stages across the country. The Paramount Theater in Charlottesville is a premier venue known for hosting quality family entertainment and cultural events. 
Highlights
Interactive Musical Learning: Children explore how sounds, rhythms, and instruments create music while learning through engagement with Blippi and Meekah. The performance transforms the audience into active participants rather than passive viewers.
Meet Blippi Photo Experience: Exclusive VIP option allows children to meet Blippi on stage and take a professional photo. Attendees receive a commemorative souvenir tour lanyard with a Join The Band Tour Pass to remember the experience.
Live Band Performance: Professional musicians perform alongside the characters, bringing authentic instrumentation and energy to all your favorite Blippi hits. The live music creates an elevated theatrical experience beyond typical children's programming.
Family-Friendly Production: The show is specifically designed for families with children of all ages, featuring dancing, singing, and instrument exploration that keeps everyone entertained. No lap seating is required, ensuring every family member has their own seat.
Educational Entertainment: The tour combines Blippi's signature educational approach with live performance, teaching children about music fundamentals while they watch their favorite character perform. It's entertainment that parents feel good about their children experiencing.
The Paramount Theater Venue: Located in Charlottesville, The Paramount provides an intimate yet professional theatrical setting perfect for family entertainment. The venue offers excellent acoustics and sight lines for enjoying the musical performance.
Know Before You Go
All patrons must have a ticket to enter The Paramount Theater in Charlottesville; no lap seating is permitted. Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, and each child, parent, and guardian must have their own show ticket. For families interested in the VIP Photo Experience to meet Blippi on stage, this is a separate upgrade purchased in advance and does not include admission to the performance. Please note that while most children are excited to meet Blippi up close, some may feel hesitant or frightened; parents are welcome to move to the back of the line to give children extra time to warm up to the character. Specific characters are not guaranteed in the photo experience.
Hot Tip
Arrive at least 30-45 minutes before the show starts to allow time for parking, entry, and settling into your seats. This gives your children time to acclimate to the venue and prevents last-minute stress before the show begins. If you're purchasing VIP photo experience tickets, arriving early ensures a more relaxed meet-and-greet experience with Blippi.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Paramount Theater - VA Charlottesville VA US
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