Nov. 22-29

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“Stops Along the Way”

Musicians Steven and Michelle are at opposite ends of the country and are trying to make it home to be together for the holidays as “snowmageddon” descends.  

Time: 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 3 p.m. (Sunday) 
Runs through Dec. 17
Location: The Core Theatre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd. 
Admission: $25 adults, $20 seniors, $15 students 

Additional details: The Core Theatre

Nov. 22

CityLine Lights 

This holiday season you can see more than half a million holiday lights that brighten CityLine. There is also an 18-foot Christmas tree for you to capture the perfect photo with family, friends and pets.  

Time: All day (runs through Jan. 5)
Location: CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St. 
Admission: Free 

Additional details: CityLine LIGHTS

Nov. 23

Letter From Santa 

Kids of all ages can get a personalized letter from Santa Claus. The letter is addressed specifically to the individual child and sent on very special stationary. You can get a form from the front desk at Huffhines Recreation Center. Letters will start being mailed the last week of November.  

Time: Registration ends Dec. 6
Location: Pick up your registration form and return to Huffhines Recreation Center
200 N. Plano Rd.
Admission: $5 per letter 

Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
Activity #36573

Nov. 24

“The Nutcracker” 

Chamberlain Ballet presents its annual production of “The Nutcracker.” Tiler Peck and Roman Mejia from The New York City Ballet perform as the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier.  

Time: 7 p.m. (Friday), 2 p.m. (Saturday & Sunday) 
Runs Nov. 24-26
Location: Hill Performance Hall, Eisemann Center
Admission: $22-$102 

Additional details: Events Calendar | Eisemann Center 

“It’s a Wonderful Life – A Live Radio Play” 

This holiday classic is live on stage with every memorable character, wacky sound effect and heartwarming conclusion of the film recreated live before your ears and eyes.  

Time: 7:30 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 2 p.m. (Sunday)
Runs Nov. 24-26
Location: Repertory Company Theatre Promenade Theatre
770 N. Coit Rd. 
Admission: $35 adults, $20 youth (ages 10-18) 

Additional details: Musicals, Theatre Education - Repertory Company Theatre

Nov. 25

“Red Kettle Challenge” 

The City Council established a “Virtual Red Kettle” where the community can make digital donations to assist in providing food and shelter for those in need. The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign involves volunteers ringing bells and collecting donations in red kettles outside of stores during the holiday season. The funds raised will support various community programs and services provided by The Salvation Army.  

Additional details: Richardson City Council's fundraising page for The Salvation Army of Texas

Nov. 26

Great Room Escape 

Have fun with friends and family at the Great Escape Room. The theme of the room is 80’s House Party.

Time: Times vary
Location: Great Escape Room, 715 N. Glenville Dr. 
Admission: $99.99 (flat rate for 1-3 guests), $28.99 (per person for 4 or more guests) 

Additional details: Great Room Escape

Nov. 27

Blue Bag Giveaway 

One roll of blue bags per family/household will be given away. You must present a photo ID with a Richardson address.  

Time: 2:30-3:30 p.m. (Monday)
Location: Calloway’s, 2100 N. Plano Rd.
Admission: Free 

Additional details: www.cor.net/philup 

Nov. 28

“Joy to the World” 

Celebrate Christmas with Grammy-nominated violinist Jenny Oaks Baker and her children. 

Time: 7 p.m. (Tuesday)
Location: Hill Performance Hall, Eisemann Center
Admission: $31-$67 

Additional details: Event Details | Jenny Oaks Baker Music (eisemanncenter.com) 

Nov. 29

Fall 2023 Bass Showcase 

The Bass School is showcasing the work from more than 600 students across 40 courses.  

There will be art installations, classical, jazz and more. This presentation will feature Reader’s Theatre.  

Time: 7:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
Location: Jonsson Performance Hall, 800 W. Campbell Rd. 
Admission: Free 

Additional details: Reader's Theatre - Comet Calendar

Annual Christmas Parade 

Attend the 51st annual City of Richardson Christmas Parade. This year’s theme is “The Parade of Misfit Toys.” Bands, floats, decorated vehicles and Santa and Mrs. Claus will delight onlookers during the parade.  

If you want to participate, but not as an entry, consider volunteering. Volunteers are needed to help with staging and to be parade marshals. 

Friends of the Parade VIP Packages are also on sale. Friends of the Parade receive a parking pass, complimentary refreshments, reserved seating and donation to Network in their name.  

Time: 9 a.m. (Dec. 2)
Location: Parade begins at Richardson High School, 1250 W. Belt Line Rd. 
Admission: Free 

Additional details: Richardson’s 51st Annual Christmas Parade

Santa’s Village 

Enjoy the magic of the holidays at Santa’s Village. Visit a variety of themed dwellings throughout the park, each with a holiday craft, including photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus. 

Time: 6-9 p.m. (Friday), 5-9 p.m. (Saturday & Sunday) 
Runs Dec. 2-17
Location: Huffhines Park, 1500 Apollo Rd. 
Admission: Free 

Additional details: www.cor.net/SantasVillage

Breakfast with Santa 

Kids ages 2-10 can create a new holiday memory by having breakfast with Santa Claus and make a craft. Must register by Dec. 13.  

Time: 9:30-11:30 a.m. (Dec. 16)
Location: Huffhines Recreation Center, 200 N. Plano Rd. 
Admission: $10 

Additional details: Activity detail | City of Richardson Parks and Recreation
Activity #37997

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