This year’s holiday season will feature a plethora of fun and memorable events. Mark your calendar with some of these activities that are sure to add fun to your holiday season. There should be something for everyone! Through Dec. 24 • The world’s largest LEGO Christmas tree lights up LEGOLAND California, followed by nightly tree lightings until Dec. 24. Call (760) 918-LEGO or visit www.legoland.com. Through Dec. 27 • Compass Theatre’s “A Tuna Christmas,” the sequel to “Greater Tuna.” Tickets: (619) 688-9210; information www.compasstheatre.com. Through Dec. 28 • Lamb’s Players Theatre brings back the “Angel’s Arms” installment of its beloved holiday play cycle. Tickets at the LPT box office, (619) 437-0600, or online www.lambsplayers.org. Through Dec. 28 • Cygnet Theatre Company presents “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play,” based on the Frank Capra film and adapted for the stage by Joe Landry. • Cygnet Theatre Company is presents the re-opening of the newly renovated Old Town Theatre with its production of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” adapted and directed by artistic director Sean Murray. Tickets for both shows: Cygnet’s Web site, www.cygnettheatre.com or (619) 337-1525. Through Jan. 4 • Del Mar Fairgrounds’14th annual Holiday of Lights, a spectacular 1.5-mile light show with more than 400 lighted and animated scenes. Information: www.holidayoflights.com. Dec. 4 • The Ocean Beach Community Christmas tree at the foot of Newport Avenue at the beach will be decorated by local students at 9 a.m. Dec. 5 • Aimee Mann & Her Reindeer’s third annual Christmas Variety Show at the Belly Up, featuring a new round of special guests and performers. Advance tickets: www.aimeemanntickets.musictoday.com; updated tour, dates, performing guest information: www.aimeemann.com. Dec. 6 • The San Diego Women’s Chorus’ 21st annual holiday concert, “Wolfsong,” will feature both classical and contemporary songs written by women composers from various time periods, sung in English, German and Latin. Information and tickets: (619) 291-FEMM or www.sdwc.org. • North County Transit District (NCTD) runs a special holiday-themed train “Santa’s Coaster Express,” featuring an appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus, decorated train cars and other goodies for kids. Information: www.gonctd.com or (760) 966-6500. • The 45th annual North Park Toyland Parade, 11 a.m. This year’s parade features vintage cars such as the Model T club, Vernetta’s Dance School, historic fire trucks and police cars, cyclists and more. Information: (619) 233-5008 or www.northparkmainstreet.com. • Sanctuary Gallery presents the Wonder Tree Haus Holiday Art event, 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Assortment of fresh-cut Christmas trees available for purchase. Fine art, music, performances, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Tickets and information: (619) 549-0254. • The Ocean Beach fun zone, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. at the end of Newport Ave., followed at 5:05 p.m. by the 29th annual Ocean Beach Christmas Parade on Newport Ave. Dec. 6, 13 and 20 • Ocean Beach Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., on the Veteran’s Plaza lawn. From 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Santa Claus visits OB at the end of Newport Ave. Dec. 7 • The Ocean Beach Town Council Dog Beach Committee presents Sandy Claws at Dog Beach. Professional photographers will take your family photo with Santa on the beach, also be prizes for best pet costume, local vendors, food, family activities and fun for all ages; www.obtowncouncil.org. • La Jolla Christmas Parade & Holiday Festival, parade starts 2 p.m. along Girard Ave., holiday party follows 3:30-5 p.m. with live music, entertainment, food, Santa. • The Del Mar Village Association’s Holiday Wonderland features tree lighting, live music and more. Information: (858) 755-1179, or email [email protected]. Dec. 5-7, and 12-14 • City Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” at the historic Spreckels Theatre in downtown San Diego. Ticket prices and show times: www.cityballet.org. Dec. 8 • Holiday music from many countries and every era, including traditional Christmas carols, Hanukah music and selections from a Klezmer’s Nutcracker Suite, Handel’s Messiah and a few surprises. 7:30 p.m., The Neurosciences Institute, 10640 John Jay Hopkins Dr. For further information: www.westwindbrass.org/concert.htm or (619) 501-3562. Dec. 10 • Noted chefs create a “Gingerbread City” to benefit the Epilepsy Foundation of San Diego. City will be unveiled at a gala event held at the Hilton Torrey Pines Hotel. Information: (619) 296-0161 or www.epilepsysandiego.org. • Enjoy the Holiday of Lights at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Toys for Tots and Del Mar Fairgrounds team up to provide extra gifts this holiday season. The public is asked to drop off unopened toys to receive discounted admission. Information: www.holidayoflights.com. Dec. 10 and 17 • The Ocean Beach Farmers Market on Newport Avenue between Cable and Bacon streets hosts the annual Holiday Magic Food and Toy Drive. From 4 to 7 p.m., nine top local acoustic musicians play 20-minute sets to collect nonperishable food items and new unopened toys. Information: www.myspace.com/beachmusicmafia or www.obtowncouncil.org. Dec. 11 • Mingei International Museum and JAZZ 88.3 present “Caravan! – A Holiday Jazz Party,” 5-8 p.m. Music by the Jazz 88 All-Stars, no-host wine and beer, hors d’oeuvres and the exhibition “Nomadic Legacy – Tent & Textiles from Central Asia & Iran.” Information: (760) 735-3355 or www.mingei.org. • The Pioneer Players present a joyful Christmas celebration including the Hand Bells Choir, Greek dancing and musical theater presentation of “Grease” and “Little Shop of Horrors.” To donate or make reservations: www.firstgiving.com/projectturnaround or (858) 481-3998. Dec. 11-23, and 26-30 • The Garden of Lights at Quail Botanical Gardens, a dazzling winter wonderland with more than 100,000 sparkling lights. Information: www.qbgardens.org or (760) 436-3036, ext. 206. Dec. 12 • 13th annual Alpine Village Christmas Parade of Lights and snow festival, 6:30 p.m. Santa makes an appearance on a bright red Alpine Fire Department truck to lead the colorful community parade. Information: (619) 445-2722 or visit www.alpinechamber.com. Dec. 12 and 13 • Country music stars Lee Ann Womack and John Michael Montgomery headline the 19th annual Carols by Candlelight concert, joined by other guests to help raise money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of San Diego. Tickets: (800) 98-TICKET or visit the calendar section of www.wishsandiego.org. • Historic Old Town Community Foundation presents the second annual Fiesta Navidad, which includes one of the oldest Las Posadas pageants in the country, holiday music, food and more. Information: www.oldtownsandiegoguide.com. • Old Town’s 1800’s Winter Holiday Celebration with Candlelight tours. Costumed dancers will waltz you back 150 years, live holiday music, caroling, candlelight tours, refreshments and more. Information: (619) 220-5422 or visit the events calendar, www.parks.ca.gov. Dec. 12-14 • San Diego Chamber Orchestra performs the annual Handel’s Messiah concert series; www.sdco.org or www.artcenter.org. Dec. 13 • The Pug Rescue of San Diego nonprofit organization’s annual Christmas party at Harry Griffen Regional Park in La Mesa, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free to the public. Opportunities for shopping, socializing, and snacking to raise funds for the rescue organization. Information: www.pugbutts.com. • Storyteller Harlynne Geisler shares Christmas legends and Hanukkah tales at the Timken Museum of Art. Morning story about Kwanzaa. The event starts at 11 a.m., free admission. Information: www.timkenmuseum.org/. • The San Diego Archeological Centers presents Family Day Children’s Holiday Workshop. Young participants ages 4 and up learn about the archaeology, history and natural environment of San Diego with hands-on lessons on pottery, cordage making and Victorian era activities; www.sandiegoarchaeology.org. Dec. 13 and 14 • Gay Men’s Chorus of San Diego presents “Holiday Toons,” starring your favorite seasonal cartoon characters and featuring the award-winning children’s story “Oliver Button is a Sissy.” Tickets: www.gmcsd.com; information: (619) 57GMCSD. Dec. 14 • Irish Christmas at the Balboa Theatre with Irish music, song, dance and storytelling. Tickets (619) 570-1100; information www.sandiegotheatres.org. • The San Diego Model Railroad Museum’s annual holiday season family day, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Participants journey through various holiday cultures and traditions spanning the globe. Information: www.sdrm.org. • Kids and adults alike invited to greet board short-wearing Santa when he arrives at Seaport Village around noon. Following a lively parade along the boardwalk, visitors can take photos surfing with Santa. Information: www.seaportvillage.com, or (619) 235-4014. • Pacific Beach Concerts on the Green special free holiday concert, 3-6 p.m. at Kate Sessions Park featuring the tunes of Sue Palmer and her Motel Swing Orchestra. Contact Katie Keach, (858) 245-7673, for information. • Swedenborg Hall’s free annual Christmas pageant, a distinctive “living picture” style that church members will enact as the original scriptures are read to the audience. For information contact Rev. Mark Perry, (858) 610-9673, or visit www.sandiegonewchurch.org. Dec. 14 and 21 • The San Diego Bay Parade of Lights begins at 5:30 p.m. both Sundays and starts out at the south end of Shelter Island. More information: www.sdparadeoflights.org/. Dec. 14-28 • Lamb’s Players Theatre and the Hotel del Coronado take a trip back in time to 1908 with “An American Christmas,” three-hour performance in the hotel’s beautiful Grand Ballroom. Tickets: (619) 437-0600 or www.lambsplayers.org. Dec. 15 • Winter Pops Special Concert with Chris Botti, 7:30 p.m., San Diego Symphony Hall. Tickets and information: (619) 235-0804. Dec. 16 and 17 • Anthology jazz holiday concert featuring nine-time Grammy nominee Spyro Gyra performing from new CD “A Night Before Christmas.” Call (619) 595-0300 or visit www.anthologysd.com. Dec. 17, 18, 19, 20, 21 • Holiday Pops concert with San Diego Master Chorale, San Diego Children’s Choir, California Ballet Co., various times. Tickets and information: (619) 235-0804. Dec. 18-21 • San Diego Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” at UCSD’s Mandeville Auditorium. Tickets: (619) 294-7311 or www.sandiegoballet.org. Dec. 19 • Mercy Hospital Foundation presents a special evening with the “The Nutcracker” to benefit Scripps Cancer Center. Exclusive VIP reception at the Westgate Hotel followed by the performance at the San Diego Civic Theater. Tickets: (858) 678-6393. Dec. 29 • Big Bay Balloon Parade takes over Harbor Drive at 9 a.m. with more than 20 giant balloons, 16 marching bands, 22 specialty units. httpwww.thebigbay.com /index.html.