Nov. 19: Sing along to Broadway
The Plano Symphony with guest artists Scarlett Strallen, LaKisha Jones and Hugh Panaro will perform songs from Tony Award-winning Broadway shows. 8 p.m. $37-$103 (plus $3 service charge). Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson. https://planosymphony.org
Nov. 19-20: Shop for gifts early
The Plano Holiday Market offers unique handmade gifts, including clothing, candles, jewelry and more. A special Hip Hip for Gray booth will also have items. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (Nov. 19), 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (Nov. 20). Free (admission). Carpenter Park Recreation Center, 6701 Coit Road, Plano. https://tinyurl.com/bdf4w735
Nov. 19-Dec. 24: Welcome Santa
Families are invited to welcome Santa Claus to The Shops at Willow Bend for the holidays. This party includes freebies, live entertainment, costume characters and more. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. (Nov. 19) Free. Santa will be at the mall for photos from Nov. 17-Dec. 24. From 9-11 a.m. Dec. 4, Santa photos will be geared toward those with sensory needs with music turned off and lights dimmed. Pet photos with Santa will be on select Mondays. Photo prices vary. Visit https://whereissanta.com/mall/0753 to reserve a photo time slot. https://tinyurl.com/43zcjyrv
Nov. 20: Focus on wellness
The 14th Holistic Festival of Life & Wellness presented by Human Embrace and Mystic Mandala offers yoga classes, holistic and wellness talks, fitness classes, music and dance performances, and vendors offering alternative and Western medicine. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $10 (admission). Plano Event Center, 2000 E. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano. www.holisticfestivaloflife.com
Nov. 22: Know your friends
Join in this Friends-Giving Trivia event, and test your knowledge of the hit TV show “Friends.” A smart device is required. 7 p.m. $30 buy-in for a team of up to six players. Legacy Hall, 7800 Windrose Ave., Plano. https://tinyurl.com/5n6brc7e
Nov. 24: Trot in this tradition
The fifth annual Plano Turkey Trot features a 5K run/walk through Oak Point Park on Thanksgiving. 9 a.m. start time. (A free Kids Dash begins at 8:45 a.m.) Registration is $60 for 5K run/walk; $24.99 for fun run open to ages 11 and younger. Advance registration is available. 2801 E. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano. https://txruns.com/planoturkeytrot
Nov. 25-27: Take in a show
Repertory Company Theater presents “Always Patsy Cline!” a musical that pays tribute to the late country music singer. 7:30 p.m. (Nov. 25-26); 2 p.m. (Nov. 27). $30-$35. Courtyard Theater, 1509 H Ave., Plano. https://tinyurl.com/yeys5avw
Dec. 3: Celebrate downtown
Dickens in Downtown Plano is an annual holiday event featuring a snow slide, food, shopping and photos with Santa. A tree-lighting ceremony is at 7 p.m. 5-10:30 p.m. Free (admission). Haggard Park, 901 E. 15th St., Plano. www.plano.gov/1057/Dickens-in-Downtown-Plano
Dec. 4: Share treats with Santa
Ice cream shop Local Creamery is hosting a Sundaes with Santa event that includes sundaes, storytelling and optional photos with Santa. Advance registration is required. 1-4 p.m. Prices TBD. 5805 Preston Road, Ste. G-598, Plano. www.facebook.com/localcreameryplano
Dec. 10: Enjoy a parade
The Rotary Clubs of Plano and the city will host the March of the Toys holiday parade, which begins near Mendenhall Elementary at 18th Street and M Avenue. It will head west on 18th Street, turn south on K Avenue, east on 15th Street and north on P Avenue. A festival in Toyland with music, crafts and food trucks will last until 1:30 p.m. in the north parking lot of the Plano Municipal Center, 1520 K Ave. 9:30 a.m. (parade). Free (admission). www.rotaryparadesofplano.com
Dec. 11: Stroll through shops
The Historic Downtown Plano Arts District will host a Mistletoe Market that invites participants to enjoy drinks and photos with the Grinch while they shop. Noon-4 p.m. Free (admission). 15th Street in downtown Plano. https://visitdowntownplano.com
