• Sun, Nov 29
• A Christmas Story
• at San Jose Repertory Theatre
• (2pm & 7pm)
• Theater

The San Jose Repertory Theatre brings one of the most popular and beloved Christmas stories to life this holiday season. A Christmas Story, adapted for the stage from the Jean Shepherd tale, shows you Christmas through the eyes of Ralphie Parker, a young boy whose sole wish for Christmas is to receive a Red Ryder BB gun.

• Sun, Nov 29
• Downtown Ice
• at Circle of Palms
• (Noon)
• Family

During this holiday season, visit Downtown Ice, the South Bay's largest seasonal outdoor skating rink. The rink opens in November and will close on January 18th. Hours of operation vary, but there is no time limit, so you can skate from open to close if you so chose.

• Sun, Nov 29
• Transiberian Orchestra
• at HP Pavilion
• (3pm & 7pm)
• Music

When they first started putting a rock opera twist on holiday tunes in 1996, the music industry definitely didn't get Transiberian Orchestra. "I'm pretty sure they don't get it now," says Al Pitrelli, guitarist and musical director for the group. This despite more than a decade of arena shows that put TSO among the most successful tours year in and year out.

• Sat, Nov 28
• The Seafarer
• at San Jose Stage Company
• (2pm)
• Theater

This year's season at the San Jose Stage Company contained all angles of the spectrum, from freaky to fun. It represents the evolution of these past 26 years. This season closes out with The Seafarer By Conor McPherson—a Christmas Eve card game opens the door to a supernatural end that will leave you breathless.

• Sun, Nov 29
• Fantasy of Lights 2009
• at Vasona Lake County Park
• (6-10pm)
• Family

For the 11th year, the park is filled with fantastical lighted displays, with everything from dinosaurs to pirate ships. A drive through the park at night is transformed into a magical holiday experience. Everyone is encouraged to bring a donation of canned goods to help out Second Harvest Food Bank.

• Sun, Nov 29
• The Business
• at Voodoo Lounge
• (9pm)
• Music

Oi was fun, but it was never too interesting as a punk subgenre. Mostly it was about going to the pub, drinking at the pub, and getting banned from the pub. Oh, and football—always with the football. But Mickey Fitz's band The Business was always a cut above. They gave the entire style a legitimate reason to exist.

• Sun, Nov 29
• Harvest Festival 2009
• at San Jose Convention Center
• (9am - 6pm)
• City Events

The San Jose Harvest Festival presents a weekend of arts, crafts, food, entertainment and tons of fun. Fabulous and unique works of art will be available as well as plenty of music and tasty cuisine to sample.

• Sun, Nov 29
• Another Night Before Christmas
• at City Lights Theater Company
• (7pm)
• Theater

A woman befriends a homeless man who might be Santa in a different kind of seasonal play from City Lights. This is the West Coast premiere of Sean Grennan (book and lyrics) and Leah Okimoto's (music) work. Stars Lisa-Marie Newton and Michael Johnson.

• Sun, Nov 29
• A Christmas Pudding
• at Bus Barn Stage Company
• (3pm)
• Theater

A new Christmas show from Bus Barn Stage Company spotlights holiday memoirs by Dickens, Twain, Dickinson, Longfellow, Shakespeare and more. Their stories are mingled with carols and holiday songs such as "Ding Dong Merrily on High," "The Sussex Carol" and "The Holly and the Ivy." Directed by Barbara Cannon.

• Tue, Dec 1
• Youth Jazz Holiday Concert
• at San Jose Woman's Club
• (7:30pm)
• Music

The younger set of San Jose Jazz takes over in this holiday concert offered by The San Jose Youth Jazz Ensemble. There won't be any holiday songs at this free concert, but expect to hear the kids show off their talent with tunes from masters like Miles Davis and Keither Jarrett.