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Wednesday, November 20

JASON DECRISTOFARO’S JAZZ NIGHT, 6-8 p.m., Southern Appalachian Brewery, 822 Locust St., Hendersonville. The SAB hosts Jason DeCristofaro’s Jazz Night show every Wednesday. DeCristofaro, a multi-instrumentalist, composer and educator based in Asheville, performs on stage with his band. Among the jazz jam’s highlights, DeCristofaro, on occasion, will invite from the audience a musician (who brings along a guitar or horn)  and/or a vocalist (who often has sheet music with the lyrics) onto the stage to perform with the band — often wowing the audience. Admission is free. 

SHAG DANCE/ROEBUCK, 6-9 p.m., Southport Bar & Grill, 629 Southport Road, Roebuck, S.C. The Upstate Shag Club will host a shag dance. 

SHAG DANCE/ANDERSON, 6-9 p.m., AJ’s Bar & Grill, 101 Destination Boulevard, Anderson, S.C. The Electric City Shag Club will host a shag dance.

SHAG DANCE/GREENVILLE, 6-10 p.m., Spare Time Entertainment Center, 822 Congaree Road, Greenville, S.C. The Carolina Shag Club will offer a beginner shag lesson from 6 to 7 p.m., followed by its weekly shag dance — featuring Carolina beach music — from 7 to 10 p.m.

LATIN AND BALLROOM DANCE LESSONS, 6:15-10 p.m., Duncan Event Center, 119 S. Spencer St., Duncan, S.C. The lessons include a tango dance class,  6:15-7 p.m.; bachata, 7-7:45 p.m., and salsa, 7:45 -8:30 p.m. Then, from 8:30 to 10 p.m., an open dance will be held, featuring the dances of salsa, bachata, merengue and cha cha, with music provided by DJ (and dance teacher) Natalie Foreverland. Cost is $10 lesson — or $25 for all three classes. Admission is free to the dance after the lessons

LATIN NIGHT DANCE, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, One World Brewery West, 520 Haywood Road, West Asheville. The event will begin with a dance lesson, from 8:30 to 9 p.m. — and beginners are welcome. Following the lesson, an all-Latin dance ­— salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton ­ — will be held, featuring music by DJ Mtn Vibez. The cover charge is $5 cash. 

Thursday, November 21

THE CANDLEERS CONCERT, 4-6 p.m., Twin Willows in the Chapel, 525 Cascade St., Mars Hill. The Candleers will perform “storytelling through song — John Prine, Hank Williams) Sr., old blues, classic country, originals and ‘duelettes.”

HENDERSONVILLE BALLROOM DANCE CLUB DANCE, 6:30-8:45 p.m., upstairs, Hedrick Rhodes Veterans Center 900 N. Main St., Hendersonville. The Hendersonville Ballroom Dance Club will host a dance. DJ Gary Bills will play a variety of dance tunes, including east coast and west coast swing, waltz, tango, rumba, cha-cha and foxtrot, There also will be a dance mixer. However, no dance lesson will be offered. The dances are open to the public. Admission if $5 at the door.

BALLETS WITH A TWIST — “COCKTAIL HOUR: THE SHOW,” 7:30 p.m., Tryon Fine Arts Center, 34 Melrose Avenue, Tryon. The TFAC will host the production of “Cocktail Hour: The Show “by Ballets with a Twist. Regarding the show, the TFAC is billing it as “a lively, visually stunning, night-on-the-town experience. Watch as ‘Manhattan,’ ‘Martini,’ mocktail ‘Shirley Temple’ and more spring off the menu and onto the stage in a series of dazzling vignettes. Suitable for audiences of all ages, the fun and fast-paced show transports theater-goers through time and around the world with original choreography, music and costume design.” In its review of the show, The New York Times noted, “This troupe blends vaudeville flash and flair with tutus and pointe shoes.” For tickets, which are $38-$48 for adults, $20 for students or $25 “for premium student seating,” visit online at www.TryonArts.org.

PAUL LIFORD ACOUSTIC CONCERT/DANCE, 8-10 p.m., The Dugout, 430 N. Main St., downtown Hendersonville. Paul Liford, lead singer of the band Fine Line, and a guest, will perform in an acoustic show for listening and/or dancing.

PLEASURE CHEST CONCERT, 8-10 p.m., 5 Walnut Wine Bar, 5 Walnut St., downtown Asheville. The band Pleasure Chest will perform.

Friday, November 22

“CHRISTMAS AT XANDER POINT” FILM SCREENING , 2  p.m. (first screening) and 7 p.m. (second screening), Newberry Opera House, 1201 McKibben St., Newberry, S.C. The film “Christmas at Xander Point will be screened — twice. Regarding the film’s plot, a promotion stated, “In the small town of Xander Point, the decision to demolish the historic lighthouse creates tension and reignites old flames, testing relationships and community bonds. As Christmas Eve approaches, a desperate search for the mayor’s missing son prompts a heartfelt prayer, leading to the hope for a miraculous holiday resolution.” To attend a VIP After Party (after the 7 p.m.screening) the cost is, $65. Features will include a special Red Carpet VIP After Party featuring a Meet & Greet with the cast, Q&A after the film, drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and a special behind-the-scenes look at the film.

THE CANDLEERS CONCERT, 5-7 p.m., Sweeten Creek Brewery 1127 Sweeten Creek Road, South Asheville. The Candleers will perform “storytelling through song — John Prine, Hank Williams) Sr., old blues, classic country, originals and ‘duelettes.”

HALEY REINHART CONCERT, 7:30 p.m., Walhalla Performing Arts Center, 101 East North Broad Street, Walhalla, S.C. Haley Reinhart will perform in concert. Regarding her music, WPAC termed it “soulful jazz, with a bluesy rock-Motown vibe.” For tickets, visit online at www.WalhallaPAC.com.

Saturday, November 23

TRYON INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL, 9 a.m.-11 p.m., Tryon Fine Arts Center, 34 Melrose Avenue, Tryon. The film festival will be held 9 a.m.-11 p.m. Nov. 23-24. 

HOLIDAY JAMBOREE, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Pack Square Park, downtown Asheville. Instead of the annual Asheville Holiday Parade, a Holiday Jamboree will be held. The event is billed as “a family-friendly celebration of holiday cheer and community spirit.”

ELTON JOHN TRIBUTE CONCERT, 7 p.m., Walhalla Performing Arts Center, 101 East North Broad Street, Walhalla, S.C. The Black Jacket Symphony will perform Elton John’s “Madness Across the Water” album. For tickets, which are $57 (including fees), visit online at www.WalhallaPAC.com.

THE CLASSIC DRIFTERS CONCERT, 7:30 p.m., Newton Performing Arts Center, Newton, N.C. The Classic Drifters will perform a musical salute to the Drifters,, an iconic rhythm and blues vocal group. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Regarding the show, an event promotion stated, “Through an historical journey, which included no less than five legendary lead singers, including Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Clyde McPhatter and Ben E. King, the group’s ongoing story has covered the entire spectrum of rock ‘n’ roll. They were the first musical group to include string instruments into rhythm and blues music with their hauntingly beautiful song, ‘There Goes My Baby.’ They were the first musical group to sell 2 million records with their pop classic, ‘Up On The Roof.’ Along with fellow inductees the Rolling Stones, the Beatles, Bob Dylan and the Supremes, the Drifters were in the first class of rock ‘n’ roll legends to be initiated into the Hall of Fame and the first African-American group to be inducted. Their classic tune, ‘Under The Boardwalk,’ is the most-played R&B record of all time. Twenty other million-sellers followed. Their songs have been penned by such historic songwriters as Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, Carole King, Jerry Goffen and Phil Spector. They have played at the White House on three different occasions, gave a benefit concert in Berlin the day ‘the wall’ fell, performed for the pope, the queen of England, (South Africa’s) Nelson Mandella and toured the world for the USO in three different war zones from Korea to Iraq.” For tickets, which are $35-$50, visit online at www.NCAuditorium.com.

VINYL JUNKIES’ “THE BIG ‘80s BASH”, 8-11 p.m., Gallery 85, 6-B Whitlee Court, Greenville, S.C. The Vinyl Junkies band will perform in “The Big ‘80s Bash.” Regarding its music, the band says, “We play all your favorites — from Bruno Mars, Maroon 5 and Black-Eyed Peas to Chaka Khan, Santana and Stevie Wonder. Our premium brass section can rock the house...”  Tickets are $15. 

Sunday, November 24

BALLROOM DANCE DANCE/HURRICANE RELIEF FUNDRAISER, 3:15-6 p.m., upstairs, Hedrick Rhodes Veterans Center 900 N. Main St., Hendersonville. A ballroom dance gala will begin, from 3:15 to 4 p.m.  with rumba lessons, taught by Richard and Sue Cicchetti. From 4 to 6 p.m., an open ballroom dance will be held, with music provided by DJ Sonny Coren. There will be a dance mixer and a line dance. “No partner is needed, but bring one if you can,” a promotion stated. The dance gala will serve as a fundraiser for Hurricane Helene relief, with all of the proceeds going to Hendersonville American Legion and Beloved Asheville.. Admission at the door is $15 — via cash, check or Venmo.   

GLADYS KNIGHT CONCERT, 7:30 p.m., Niswonger Performing Arts Center, 212 Tusculum Boulevard, Greeneville, Tenn. Singer Gladys Knight — billed as “the empress of soul” — will perform in concert. She was lead singer of Gladys Knight & the Pips when Motown Records was at its musical heights, from 1966 to 1973. when she left Motown and signed for a better deal with Buddha Records (where she recorded the classic mega-hit “Midnight Train to Georgia.” The seven-time Grammy Award-winner, who now lives in Fairview, N.C., also has recorded No. 1 hits in pop, gospel, R&B and adult contemporary — “and has triumphed in film, television and live performance,’ a promotion stated. Wikipedia noted that Gladys Knight & the Pips “scored several major hit singles (at Motown), including ‘I Heard It Through the Grapevine’ (#1 in 1967) (released later by Marvin Gaye), ‘The Nitty Gritty’ (1969), ‘Friendship Train’ (1969), ‘If I Were Your Woman’ (1970), ‘I Don’t Want To Do Wrong’ (1971), the Grammy Award–winning ‘Neither One of Us (Wants to Be the First to Say Goodbye)’ (1972), and ‘Daddy Could Swear (I Declare)’ (1973).” Further, Wikipedia reported that “in their early Motown career, Gladys Knight and the Pips toured as the opening act for Diana Ross and the Supremes. Gladys Knight stated in her memoirs that Ross kicked her off the tour because the audience’s reception to Knight’s soulful performance overshadowed her. (Then Motown Records’ founder and chief) Berry Gordy later told Knight that she was giving his act (Dianna Ross and the Supremes) a hard time.” For tickets, which are $60-$80, visit online at www.NPACGreeneville.com. 

Monday, November 25

SHAG DANCE, 6-9 p.m., Outdoorsmen Inc. (Event Center), 4535 Highway 11 West, Blountville, Tenn. The Mountain Empire Shag Society will host a shag dance. Gate and doors open at 6 p.m., with the dance held from 7 to 9 p.m. Admission is $10 for nonmembers.

BLUE MONDAY WITH MR. JIMMY, 7-9 p.m., The Joint Next Door, 1185 Charlotte Highway, Fairview. “Blue Monday With Mr. Jimmy” will be held, featuring the Chicago-style blues singer-guitarist.

Tuesday, November 26

THE LADS AVL CONCERT, 6-8:30 p.m., The Joint Next Door, 1185 Charlotte Highway., Fairview. The Lads AVL will perform.  

SHAG DANCE/ASHEVILLE, 6:30-9 p.m., the Chop House Asheville (at Four Points by Sheraton), 22 Woodfin St., downtown Asheville. The Mountain Shag Club will host its weekly shag dance to music provided by rotating DJs. Cost is $7. 

Wednesday, November 27

JASON DECRISTOFARO’S JAZZ NIGHT, 6-8 p.m., Southern Appalachian Brewery, 822 Locust St., Hendersonville. The SAB hosts Jason DeCristofaro’s Jazz Night show every Wednesday. DeCristofaro, a multi-instrumentalist, composer and educator based in Asheville, performs on stage with his band. Among the jazz jam’s highlights, DeCristofaro, on occasion, will invite from the crowd a musician (who brings along a guitar or horn)  and/or a vocalist (who often has sheet music wit the lyrics) onto the stage to perform with the band — often wowing the audience. Admission is free. 

SHAG DANCE/ROEBUCK, 6-9 p.m., Southport Bar & Grill, 629 Southport Road, Roebuck, S.C. The Upstate Shag Club will host a shag dance. 

SHAG DANCE/ANDERSON, 6-9 p.m., AJ’s Bar & Grill, 101 Destination Boulevard, Anderson, S.C. The Electric City Shag Club will host a shag dance.

SHAG DANCE/GREENVILLE, 6-10 p.m., Spare Time Entertainment Center, 822 Congaree Road, Greenville, S.C. The Carolina Shag Club will offer a beginner shag lesson from 6 to 7 p.m., followed by its weekly shag dance — featuring Carolina beach music — from 7 to 10 p.m.

LATIN AND BALLROOM DANCE LESSONS, 6:15-10 p.m., Duncan Event Center, 119 S. Spencer St., Duncan, S.C. The lessons include a tango dance class,  6:15-7 p.m.; bachata, 7-7:45 p.m., and salsa, 7:45 -8:30 p.m. Then, from 8:30 to 10 p.m., an open dance will be held, featuring the dances of salsa, bachata, merengue and cha cha, with music provided by DJ (and dance teacher) Natalie Foreverland. Cost is $10 lesson — or $25 for all three classes. Admission is free to the dance after the lessons

LATIN NIGHT DANCE, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, One World Brewery West, 520 Haywood Road, West Asheville. The event will begin with a dance lesson, from 8:30 to 9 p.m. — and beginners are welcome. Following the lesson, an all-Latin dance ­— salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton ­ — will be held, featuring music by DJ Mtn Vibez. The cover charge is $5 cash. . 

Thursday, Nov. 28

THE CANDLEERS CONCERT, 5-7 p.m., Twin Willows in the Chapel, 525 Cascade St., Mars Hill. The Candleers will perform “storytelling through song — John Prine, Hank Williams) Sr., old blues, classic country, originals and ‘duelettes.”

CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY, 6:30-9 p.m., Main Street, downtown Forest City. The town will hold its annual tree-lighting ceremony. Foest City Mayor Steve Holland and his special guest “will flip the magic switch that turns on the light at 7 p.m.,” a promotion noted. “Many of our businesses will be open for your shopping pleasure....” 

KARAOKE AND DANCING GALA, 7 p.m.-2 a.m., The Bar at The Main Event, 125 S. Main St., downtown Hendersonville. Atttendees of the karaoke and dancing gala may “enjoy cocktails and dancing, whlle listening or singing. 

PAUL LIFORD ACOUSTIC CONCERT/DANCE, 8-10 p.m., The Dugout, 430 N. Main St., downtown Hendersonville. Paul Liford, lead singer of the band Fine Line, and a guest, will perform in an acoustic show for listening and/or dancing.

PLEASURE CHEST CONCERT, 8-10 p.m., 5 Walnut Wine Bar, 5 Walnut St., downtown Asheville. The band Pleasure Chest will perform.

Friday, November 29

CRAIG ST. JOHN CONCERT/DANCE, 4-7 p.m., J&M Farms, 3016 Chimney Rock Road, Hendersonville. Singer-guitarist Craig St. John will play music for listening and/or dancing.

“A FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE CHRISTMAS” PRODUCTION, 7:30 p.m., mainstage, Flat Rock Playhouse, 2661 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock. The FRP will perform “A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas” Nov. 29-Dec. 21. Showtimes vary. Regarding the show, the FRP stated, “‘Tis the season to be jolly! The tradition continues with the same great holiday cheer to put you in the Christmas spirit. All new renditions of your holiday favorites will help you get those sleigh bells jinglin,’ and chestnuts roasting! There is truly no better way to kick off your holiday season. So, hurry on over with your family, friends, and loved ones to share in the joy and excitement of this seasonal spectacular that will have you feeling merry and bright! Ring-a-ling-a-ding-dong-ding, y’all!” For tickets, which are $55, $65 and $75. visit online at www.FlatRockPlayhouse.org.

FLEETWOOD MAC TRIBUTE CONCERT, 7:30 p.m., Walhalla Performing Arts Center, 101 East North Broad Street, Walhalla, S.C. The WPAC’s Annual Thanksgiving Show will feature a performance by the band Rumours — A Fleetwood Mac Tribute. For tickets, visit online at www.WalhallaPAC.com.

Saturday, November 30

BALLROOM DANCE/LESSONS, 3-6 p.m., upstairs, Hedrick Rhodes Veterans Center 900 N. Main St. Hendersonville.  A ballroom dance gala will begin, from 3 to 4 p.m. with a nightclub two-step lesson taught by Richard and Sue Cicchetti. From 4 to 6 p.m., an open ballroom dance will be held, with music provided by DJ Sonny Coren. There will be a dance mixer and a line dance. “No partner is needed, but bring one if you can,” a promotion stated. The dance gala will serve as a fundraiser for Hurricane Helene relief, with all of the proceeds going to Hendersonville American Legion and Beloved Asheville. Admission at the door is $15 — via cash, check or Venmo. 

ADVENT SERVICE OF LESSONS AND CAROLS WITH CHOIR, BAGPIPES, DRUMS, 5 p.m., St. James Episcopal Church, 766 N. Main St., Hendersonville. Annual Advent Service of Lessons and Carols will be held at 5 p.m. Nov 30 and Dec. 1. Doors will open at 4 p.m. for each service, While no tickets are required, “contributions of any amount are welcomed and appreciated in support of the music ministry at St. James,” a promotion stated. “A donation of $10 per person is suggested.”

Sunday, December 1

FOREST CITY CHRISTMAS PARADE, 3-5 p.m., Main Street, Forest City. The town wlll hold its annual Christmas Parade. The parade will begin at Cool Springs Admoinistrative Building and travel ast on Main Street to First United Methodist Church. No parking will be allowed on eastbound Main Street during the parade.

A GIRL NAMED TOM VOCAL HARMONY CONCERT, 7:30 p.m., Niswonger Performing Arts Center, 212 Tusculum Boulevard, Greeneville, Tenn. A Girl Named Tom, a sibling vocal harmony trio, will perform in concert. For tickets, which are $30-$50, visit online at www.NPACGreeneville.com. 

Monday, December 2

SHAG DANCE, 6-9 p.m., Outdoorsmen Inc. (Event Center), 4535 Highway 11 West, Blountville, Tenn. The Mountain Empire Shag Society will host a shag dance. Gate and doors open at 6 p.m., with the dance held from 7 to 9 p.m. Admission is $10 for nonmembers.

BLUE MONDAY WITH MR. JIMMY, 7-9 p.m., The Joint Next Door, 1185 Charlotte Highway, Fairview. “Blue Monday With Mr. Jimmy” will be held, featuring the Chicago-style blues singer-guitarist.

Tuesday, December 3

FOUNTAIN INN TREE-LIGHTING GALA, 5-8 p.m., 110 Depot St., Fountain Inn, S.C. Fountain Inn will hold its annual Christmas tree-lighting ceremony. “Join us as we kick off the holiday season in Fountain Inn,” a promotion stated. “Cozy up and grab a cocoa while you listen to various live performances leading up to the lighting of the Fountain Inn Tree! Santa will make a special trip straight from the North Pole!”

THE LADS AVL CONCERT, 6-8:30 p.m., The Joint Next Door, 1185 Charlotte Highway., Fairview. The Lads AVL will perform.  

SHAG DANCE/ASHEVILLE, 6:30-9 p.m., the Chop House Asheville (at Four Points by Sheraton), 22 Woodfin St., downtown Asheville. The Mountain Shag Club will host its weekly shag dance to music provided by rotating DJs. Cost is $7. 

Wednesday, December 4

FOUNTAIN INN CHRISTMAS PARADE, 5:30-8 p.m., Main Street, Fountain Inn, S.C. The annual Fountain Inn Christmas Parade will proceed down Main Street. 

JASON DECRISTOFARO’S JAZZ NIGHT, 6-8 p.m., Southern Appalachian Brewery, 822 Locust St., Hendersonville. The SAB hosts Jason DeCristofaro’s Jazz Night show every Wednesday. DeCristofaro, a multi-instrumentalist, composer and educator based in Asheville, performs on stage with his band. Among the jazz jam’s highlights, DeCristofaro, on occasion, will invite from the crowd a musician (who brings along a guitar or horn)  and/or a vocalist (who often has sheet music wit the lyrics) onto the stage to perform with the band — often wowing the audience. Admission is free. 

Thursday, December 5

“A MERRY MAULDIN CHRISTMAS” SHOW, 5-8 p.m., Mauldin Outdoor Amphitheater, 101 East Butler Road, Mauldin, S.C. The City of Mauldin and the Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce are inviting everyone to join them for “A Merry Mauldin Christmas!” This year’s festivities will include live holiday music, a holiday market, pictures with Santa, train rides, the annual tree lighting “and some jolly extras that will help make your spirits bright!” The event will open at 5 p.m. with the marketing opening, pictures with Santa, train rides and food trucks. From 6 to 8 p.m., “live (music) performances” will be featured, although the bands to perform are to be announced. At 7 p.m., a tree-lighting ceremony will be held.

Friday, December 6

HOLIDAY SYMPHONY CONCERT, 7:30 p.m., The Foundation Performing Arts Center, 188 ICC Drive, Spindale. The Symphony of Rutherford County will perform in its annual holiday concert, featuring a variety of seasonal melodies include traditional favorits and some new selections. Admission is $22 for adults.

CHAPEL HART FAMILY CHRISTMAS SHOW, 7:30 p.m., Walhalla Performing Arts Center, 101 East North Broad Street, Walhalla, S.C. The Chapel Hart  Family Christmas show will be performed.. For tickets, which are $37 to $107, visit online at www.WalhallaPAC.com.

Saturday, December 7

“BREAKFAST WITH SANTA” MEAL/PROGRAM, 9-11:30 a.m., Ray Hopkins Mauldin Senior Center, 203 Corn Road, Greenville, S.C. The Mauldin Chamber of Commerce will offer its annual “Breakfast With Santa” program. Prospective attendees are urged to “join Santa and Mrs. Clause for family fun at breakfast!” For tickets for the breakfast, which are $7 for adults and $5 for children, call the chamber office at (864) 297-1323.

MAULDIN CHRISTMAS PARADE, 2 p.m., on Holland Road between Mauldin Elementary School and BridgeWay Station, Mauldin, S.C. The annual Mauldin Christmas Parade will start at the Golden Strip Career Center, traveling down Holland Road, and ending at BridgeWay Station.

HSO YOUTH FALL CONCERT, 2 p.m., Conference Hall, Blue Ridge Community College, 180 West Campus Drive, Flat Rock. The Hendersonville Symphony Youth Fall Concert will be performed. “Experience an unforgettable musical journey that showcases the talent and creativity of our youth ensembles,” an HSO promotion stated, adding that the show “will present captivating performances by the (HSO) Youth Orchestra and the HSO Youth Chorus. 

SALUDA CHRISTMAS PARADE AND FESTIVAL, 4-8 p.m., Main Street, downtown Saluda. Saluda will hold its annual Christmas parade and festival. 

AC/DC TRIBUTE CONCERT, 7:30 p.m., Walhalla Performing Arts Center, 101 East North Broad Street, Walhalla, S.C. BACK N’ BLACK — The Ultimate AC/DC Experience will perform a musical tribute to the iconic group. For tickets, which are $37 to $47, visit online at www.WalhallaPAC.com.

Sunday, December 8

HSO “ORCHESTRATING HOPE” HOLIDAY CONCERT, 3 p.m., Blue Ridge Community College, 180 West Campus Drive, Flat Rock. The Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra will perform “Orchestrating Hope” — its “Ho Ho HSO” Holiday Concert. The show will feature “Sleigh Ride,”  “The Nutcracker,” “The Polar Express,” “Festive Sounds of Hanukkah” — and many more holiday classics. 

BLUE RIDGE ORCHESTRA “FINDING HOME” CONCERT, 3 p.m., Lipinsky Auditorium, UNC Asheville. The BRO will perform its “Finding Home” concert. 

SIMPSONVILLE CHRISTMAS PARADE, 3-5 p.m., from North East Main Street at South Pliney Circle to South East Main Street at Loma Street, Simpsonville, S.C. The annual Simpsonville Christmas Parade will feature “Christmas Through the Decades” as its overall theme. Awards will be given for the best entries.

Wednesday, December 11

ADVENT RECITAL, noon, Fletcher Trinity Episcopal Church, 60 Church St., downtown Asheville. Pan Harmonia will perform an Advent recital.  

Thursday, December 12

“RINGING IN THE SEASON” SHOW, 7 p.m., Fletcher United Methodist Church, 50 Library Road, Fletcher. The Fletcher Community Chorus wlll present “Ringing in the Season,” with the Fletcher UMC Handbell Choir as special guests. The concert is free, but “donations (are) appreciated,” a promotion noted.

Friday, December 13

“CHRISTMAS WITH ELVIS” DINNER/SHOW, 5:30 p.m., ONE 13, 113 W. Court St., Rutherfordton. The dinner-show, “Please Come Home for Christmas,” featuring award-winner Stephen Freeman as Elvis Presley, will be featured. “This year, Stephen is bringing his band, Echoes of a Legend, to perform with him in the show. For tickets, which are $70 (including admission, dinner, dessert and complimentary beer and wine), call (704) 214-9799. 

CELTIC ANGELS CHRISTMAS CONCERT, 7:30 p.m., Walhalla Performing Arts Center,  101 East North Broad Street, Walhalla, S.C. The Chapel Hart  Family Christmas show will be performed. The Celtic Angels Christmas show will be performed Irish-style. For tickets, which are $52 to $62 (including fees), visit online at www.WalhallaPAC.com.

Saturday, December 14

CELTIC ANGELS CHRISTMAS CONCERT, 3 p.m., Newton Performing Arts Center, 60 W 6th St., Newton. The Celtic Angels Christmas show will be performed Irish-style. For tickets, which are $35-$45, visit online at www.NCAuditorium.com. 

MOUNTAIN SHAG CLUB CHRISTMAS PARTY & DANCE, 6-10 p.m., Hendersonville Elks Lodge, 546 N. Justice St., Hendersonville. The MSC will hold its annual Christmas party and Christmas dance. Admission is free for members and $10 for guests.

Sunday, December 15

PAM TILLIS TRIO CHRISTMAS CONCERT, 7 p.m., Pp.m., Walhalla Performing Arts Center,  101 East North Broad Street, Walhalla, S.C. The Pam Tillis Trio will perform its “Belles & Bows” Christmas show. For tickets, which are $47 to $67 (including fees), visit online at www.WalhallaPAC.com.

Monday, Dec. 16

CLASSIC RADIO CLUB LISTENING SESSION, 2 p.m., Polk Campus of Isothermal Community College, 1255 W. Mills St., Columbus. The Western North Carolina Classic Radio Club meets on the third Monday to listen to old-time radio shows that aired during the “Golden-Age” of radio. All are welcome. Admission is free. 

CHARLES DICKENS’ “A CHRIStMAS CAROL” SHOW, 7:30 p.m., Niswonger Performing Arts Center, 212 Tusculum Boulevard, Greeneville, Tenn. Charles Dicken’s holiday classic, “A Christmas Carol,” will be performed. For tickets, which are $35-$45, visit online at www.NPACGreeneville.com. 

JOHN LEGEND’s “A LEGENDARY CHRISTMAS” (AND MORE) SHOW, 7:30 p.m., Peace Center, 300 S. Main St., downtown Greenville, S.C. John Legend, billed as a “soul and R&B icon,” will perform in a concert featuring holiday songs from his “Legendary Christmas” album, along with Billboard-charting hits from his 10-album discography. Legend, a 12-time Grammy Award-winner, also will tell stories about his life and musical career. “A four-piece band will accompany the Ohio native and television/film star for an evening of serenades and songs of love,” an event promotion stated, addin, “Legend is a songwriter, singer and musician who began his professional career with Columbia Records in 2004. His vocal and musical performances have earned him Grammy, Emmy and Academy awards. He has also appeared on various game shows and music-themed television series, mostly playing himself. Legend has released 10 full-length studio albums, spanning pop and R&B to soul, movie soundtracks and original songwriting. The 45-year-old music star also held a Las Vegas residency at Planet Hollywood in 2022 and most recently released his latest album ‘My Favorite Dream,’ in August 2024.” For tickets, which range between $225 and $350, visit online at www.PeaceCenter.org.

Friday, December 20

YULETIDE PROGRAM, 4 p.m., East Asheville Library, 3 Avon Road, East Asheville. Pan Harmonia will perform in a Yuletide program.

Saturday, Dec. 21

“THE NUTCRACKER” BALLET PERFORMANCE, 7:30 p.m., Niswonger Performing Arts Center, 212 Tusculum Boulevard, Greeneville, Tenn. “The Nutcracker” will be performed by the Chatanooga (Tenn.) Ballet For tickets, which are $35-$45, visit online at www.NPACGreeneville.com

SANTA’S CIRCUS SHOW, 7:30-9 p.m., Newton Performing Arts Center, 60 W 6th St., Newton. Santa’s Circus will offer what are billed as “Christmas-themed acrobatics that blend theater, dance and gymnastics.” For tickets, which are $50-$65, visit online at www.NCAuditorium.com. 

Tuesday, Dec. 31

NEW YEAR’S EVE APPLE RISE, 5-7 p.m., Historic Courthouse, Maiin Street, downtown Hendersonville. The New Year’s Apple Rise will be held. Besides the suspense felt from the rising of the apple, features will include a DJ dance party, swag giveaways, hot cocoa, games and craft vendors.