A Christmas Story
The pink bunny suit. The glowing leg lamp. The stuck tongue. It wouldn't be a Cleveland holiday without A Christmas Story and the movie's iconic moments. See the story told live on stage presented by Cleveland Play House at Playhouse Square's Allen Theatre. $20-97, through Dec. 23, various times, Allen Theatre, 1407 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, 216-771-4444, playhousesquare.org
A Christmas Carol
The holidays are a time for redemption, and The Great Lakes Theater presents the ultimate story of it. Charles Dickens' classic tale is a Cleveland holiday tradition that follows Ebenezer Scrooge's journey with the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet To Come. Bring the whole family to see this heartwarming story. Dec. 19-23, various times, Playhouse Square, 1511 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-771-4444, playhousesquare.org
Machine Gun Kelly's XXmas Show
Machine Gun Kelly and friends "Lace Up" for the rapper-turned-actor's annual holiday bash. Led by DJ EV, the group is sure to blow the roof off the Wolstein Center. We cannot, however, confirm that this is a family friendly event full of caroling classics. $38-89.50, Dec. 21, 7 p.m., Cleveland State University Wolstein Center, 2000 Prospect Ave E, Cleveland, wolsteincenter.com
The Modern Electric Northcoast Christmas
Cleveland's "cinematic rock" band the Modern Electric, which has rocked stages as big as Austin's South By Southwest, wraps up 2019 with a great Christmas present for local fans. Rocking the Beachland Ballroom, the Cleveland indie band is joined by Youngstown-band-on-the-rise The Vindys and soul-rock band John's Little Sister. $12-14, Dec. 21, 8:30 p.m., 15711 Waterloo Rd, Cleveland, 216-383-1124, beachlandballroom.com
Lake Metroparks Brunch With Santa
The only thing better than brunch is being joined by the Big Man right before the holidays. Bring the kids to sit on Old Saint Nick's lap for a photo and gift request. After, stop in the Toy Workshop to make a wooden toy to take home and a wagon ride. Pony rides are also available for $5. $4-16, Dec. 17-20, 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., noon, lakemetroparks.com
Friends Of The Maltz Museum's Annual Chanukah Candle Lighting
People of all faiths are welcome to celebrate the Jewish faith's miracle of lights. Sing traditional tunes with live performers, make holiday crafts and explore the Maltz museum. Dec. 22, 1:30-3 p.m., 2929 Richmond Road, Beachwood, maltzmuseum.org
Ravens vs. Browns
So, the season didn't turn out as we expected. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't take advantage of an end-of-the-season romp through the Muni Lot, West 6th Street and FirstEnergy Stadium. Hey, maybe we'll steal a win and home field advantage from the evil purple empire led by Lamar Jackson. $22-209, Dec. 22, 1 p.m., FirstEnergy Stadium, 100 Alfred Lerner Way, Cleveland, firstenergystadium.com
7 Things To Do This Weekend In Cleveland: Dec. 18-22
Hit your yuletide stride with Lake Metroparks, Machine Gun Kelly, Maltz Museum, Playhouse Square and The Modern Electric.
