December 11, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21 & 26: The John Walter Museum presents Candlelight Christmas. Enjoy the music of the award winning McDades at this wonderful annual Christmas tradition. Relax with a cup of hot cider as they fill the 19th century homes of John Walter with Christmas music. It's an intimate concert in a pioneer setting. For tickets call 780-496-2925.

December 11-14: The Alberta Ballet presents The Nutcracker at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. The long-awaited world premiere of our holiday favourite is here! Set to Tchaikovsky’s eternal score; share in Klara’s revelry as she travels to The Palace of the Sugar Plum Fairy in a wintry wonderland, where she meets the Snow Queen, the Sugar Plum Fairy and a host of lively characters. For more information and/or tickets call 780-428-6839.

December 1-23: The Alberta Legislature presents Celebrate the Season. Come and enjoy the festively lit Legislature grounds, listen to choir performances that will take place most noon hours and evenings in the Legislature Building and enjoy free hot chocolate served in the evenings. For more information call 780-427-7362.

November 28-December 23: ATB Financial presents A Christmas Carol at The Citadel Theatre. The Christmas tradition continues with this astounding retelling of Dickens' classic. Come experience the magic, warmth and spirit of the holiday season that comes from sharing this timeless tale with family and friends. For tickets and/or more information call 780-425-1820.

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