Enjoy a famed holiday tradition. Presented by the Continental Ballet Co., this perennial favorite will delight children and adults alike. $13–$25. Times vary. Bloomington Center for the Arts, 1800 West Old Shakopee Rd., Bloomington; 952.563.8562; continentalballet.com Read more about Nutcracker Ballet
Experience the thrill and grace of the Shanghai Ballet in this production, blending classical ballet and Chinese folk style. The story centers on two young classmates, Liang and Zhu. As the pair falls in love, they face disapproval from their families and community. The lively dancing, combined with spectacular costumes and sets, makes this a performance to remember. $42–$70. 7:30 p.m. Orpheum Theatre, 910 Hennepin Ave., Mpls.; 612.339.7007; hennepintheatretrust.org Read more about Northrop Presents Shanghai Ballet: The Butterfly Lovers
Grab your cowboy boots and maybe a leather jacket for some live country-rock with Iron Horse Group. This Twin Cities group will have you up and moving in no time. So don’t miss this exciting event. Free. 9 p.m.–1a.m. 763.425.2700; mapletavern.com Read more about Iron Horse
This is the silly and touching story of a soap opera star Colin Avery who returns to his Minnesota community theatre only to find it teetering on the edge of bankruptcy. Avery soon takes over and tries to make do with what he has been left with. This show is sure to get you in the holiday spirit and tickle your funny bone with full-on Minnesotan humor. $17, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, $20, Thursdays and matinees, $23, Fridays and Saturdays; 7:30 p.m. Tuesday–Saturday, 2 p.m. matinee Saturday/Sunday. Read more about Miracle on Christmas Lake
The Big City Band is a Twin Cities based group that has performed at a wide variety of locations from night clubs to weddings and now is heading to the Maple Tavern. Enjoy a fun night with live music featuring covers of top 40 hits from the 80s, 90s, and today. Free. 9 p.m.–1a.m. 763.425.2700; mapletavern.com Read more about Big City Band
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