a family-friendly seasonal event, offers your group the perfect opportunity to get into the holiday spirit, make a little joy, and spread a little cheer. Experience a real indoor ice skating rink, ice slides, carnival rides, Santa and friends, gingerbread houses, and decorated trees. nolachristmasfest.com PELICANS VS. MILWAUKEE BUCKS Smoothie King Center at 9 p.m. Cheer on the Pelicans as they take on the Milwaukee Bucks. Ticket prices vary. smoothiekingcenter.com
18 Saturday
FQMA HOLIDAY MARKET Hermann-Grima House from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. French Quarter Museum Association’s holiday market. hgghh.org GRAB & GO CRAFT: PENGUIN ORNAMENTS East Bank Regional Library from noon-4:30 p.m. Craft projects for children ages three and up. Kits come with everything you need to complete the craft at home. Available while supplies last. jplibrary.net SENSORY FRIENDLY MORNINGS National World War II Museum. Sensory-friendly Mornings are for individuals of all ages with special needs and their families to enjoy early access to the museum with modifications to make the experience more sensory friendly. nationalww2museum.org
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Jefferson Performing Arts Center through December 19. Travel to the Land of Sweets with Clara as she befriends a nutcracker who comes to life on Christmas Eve to wage a battle against the evil Mouse King. jpas.org THE NUTCRACKER: PRESENTED BY DELTA FESTIVAL BALLET Mahalia Jackson Theatre at 2 p.m. Tchaikovsky’s full Nutcracker ballet. lpomusic.com
19 Sunday
CAROLING IN JACKSON SQUARE Jackson Square at 7 p.m. Community singalong for visitors and locals alike. The historic Square is illuminated by candlelight as thousands enjoy belting out holiday favorites. Complimentary songbooks and candles are provided. neworleans.com HOLIDAY HOME TOUR French Quarter New Orleans (Various Locations) from 1-4 p.m. Savor the holiday spirit by touring French Quarter residences dressed for the season. patioplanters.net
21 Tuesday
SARAH BRIGHTMAN: A CHRISTMAS SYMPHONY Saenger Theatre at 8 p.m. Performance by Sarah Brightman. saengernola.com
23 Thursday
MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS Saenger Theatre at 8 p.m. saengernola.com
24 Friday
CHRISTMAS EVE BONFIRE Lutcher Recreational Park Lutcher Avenue at 7 p.m. Join the Christmas Eve bonfires on the levee as they light the way for Papa Noel. festivalofthebonfires.org
27 Monday
SAINTS VS. MIAMI DOLPHINS Caesars Superdome at 7:20 p.m. Cheer on the New Orleans Saints as they take on the Miami Dolphins in the Superdome. caesarssuperdome.com
28 Tuesday
PELICANS VS. CLEVELAND CAVALIERS Smoothie King Center at 7 p.m. Cheer on the Pels as they take on the Cleveland Cavaliers. Ticket prices vary. smoothiekingcenter.com
31 Friday
NOON YEAR’S EVE Louisiana Children’s Museum. Countdown to noon on Friday, December 31. Culminates in an explosion of colorful confetti and bubbles. Guests can get into the holiday spirit by making their own noisemakers and designing a festive paper bag hat. There will be music, dancing, and lots of fun. $10-20. lcm.org
