South Bay and Peninsula
Nov. 28
Hammer Presents Merry-Achi Christmas 2025: The Mariachi Sol de Mexico returns to the Hammer Theatre Center for a musical tribute to Mexico’s Christmas traditions. Be mesmerized by a multicultural celebration featuring holiday favorites from America and Mexico. Performances will also have Mexican Sign Language. 2:30 p.m., Hammer Theater Center, 101 Paseo De San Antonio, San Jose. bit.ly/4icAGUb
“Kinky Boots”: The boots are back! This musical with six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Album and London’s Olivier Award for Best Musical will have you strutting out of the theater saying, “Yeah!” The musical is based on true events and follows the path of two people trying to work together. 7:30 p.m., Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd., San Jose. bit.ly/4oJcECR
Nov. 29
Brad Williams — the Growth Spurt Tour: Brad Williams, who was famously described by the late comedian Robin Williams as “Prozac with a head,” is coming to San Jose. Be prepared to laugh out loud with Williams as he shares his humorous observations on relationships, disability, race and sex, proving that anyone can overcome their shortcomings. 7 p.m., San Jose Civic, 135 W. San Carlos St., San Jose. bit.ly/43ARLkK
Seventh Annual Yuletide Oddities Fine Art Market Residency: If you love strange and unusual things, then head on over to this market hosted at the most bizarre and iconic haunted venue, the Winchester Mystery House. 10 a.m., Winchester Mystery House, 525 S. Winchester Blvd., San Jose. bit.ly/44eTigq
Nov. 30
Candlelight — from Bach to The Beatles: Enjoy music from Back to The Beatles under the gentle glow of a candlelight and bask in a multisensory musical experience. Listen to classics such as “Here Comes the Sun,” “Day Tripper,” “A Hard Day’s Night,” “Brandenburg Concerto No. 3” and more performed by Range Ensemble. 6:30 p.m., Hammer Theatre Center, 101 Paseo De San Antonio, San Jose. bit.ly/4o4SLol
San Jose Youth Symphony Season Opener: Sit back and enjoy this performance by the orchestra under Yair Samet, the music director and conductor of the Philharmonic Orchestra. The orchestra will open with the splendorous “Prelude to Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg,” along with the world premiere of “Leela,” an orchestral work by concertmaster and composer Saarthak Shankavaram. 5 p.m., Mexican Heritage Plaza Theater, 1700 Alum Rock Ave., San Jose. bit.ly/48pN1A7
Dec. 1
Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period and Updates for 2026 Information Table: Confused about Medicare enrollment and the changes taking place in 2026? Then join the Sourcewise Health Insurance counseling and advocacy program to better understand the changes to your insurance. Receive guidance on plan review and enrollment options and your benefits in this session with trained counselors. 11 a.m., city of San Jose — Cypress Community and Senior Centers, 403 Cypress Ave., San Jose. bit.ly/3JPTTyl
The Amos Gitai Archive at Stanford: View the works of artist Amos Gitai, featuring eight films and multimedia works .This exhibition is curated by Ayda Melika and Eitan Kensky with texts by Marie-José Sanselme and Marie-Pierre Ulloa; produced by Deardra Fuzzell, with assistance from Elizabeth Fischbach and Pasha Tope. 9 a.m, Green Library, Bing Wing, Peterson Gallery and Munger Rotunda, 459 Lasuen Mall, Stanford. stanford.io/47O2Am1
Dec. 2
Beethoven Piano Sonatas in the Marketplace — Supply and Demand Over Two Centuries Exhibition: Beethoven has composed many piano sonatas in his life, which have inspired countless concert pianists, teachers, students and listeners. There have been at least 235 collected editions of these sonatas published over time. This exhibit features a select set of these sonatas and is based on the upcoming book “Beethoven GPS: A Bibliographic Guide to Collected Editions of the Piano Sonatas” by Patricia Stroh. 10 a.m., Exhibition Hall, fifth floor of the Martin Luther King Jr. Library, 150 E. San Fernando St., San Jose. bit.ly/4nXJ9vT
Dec. 3
Mix, Mingle & Make Spirits Bright: Slip into your holiday sweater, get a seasonal cocktail and connect with professionals in Silicon Valley. All you have to do is show up and bring a new, unwrapped toy valued at $40 or more to support the annual toy drive and make the holiday season brighter for children. Registration is required. 6 p.m., Scott’s Social Club, 88 S. Fourth St., seventh floor, San Jose. bit.ly/48q4f0f
Dec. 4
San Jose Chess Club: If you’re a chess enthusiast or know someone who is, then head on over to the SoFA Market for a game or two with fellow chess fanatics. Boards and clocks are provided; first-time players play for free. 6 p.m., SoFA Market, 387 S. First St., San Jose. bit.ly/43zOZMw
East Bay
Nov. 28
Niles Festival of Lights Holiday Parade: Kick off the Christmas season in Fremont’s Niles district with this annual parade right after Thanksgiving. More than 60 unique floats will be featured, along with marching bands, costumed characters and, of course, Santa Claus himself making an appearance! 6 p.m., Niles Boulevard. bit.ly/3LIxRxY
The Princess Bride — an Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes: Watch iconic film “The Princess Bride” and engage in a moderated discussion with Cary Elwes for a behind-the-scenes look at life on and off the set of this classic movie. 2 p.m., Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. bit.ly/3WYZcyl
Nov. 29
The Best Intentions Holiday Concert: Enjoy a performance by this group that belts out a blend of Motown classics, contemporary R&B and old school hits that include various holiday favorites with their signature sound. Tickets start at $47. 8 p.m., The Village Theatre, 233 Front St., Danville. https://bit.ly/47YTMIS
Fueling the Future of Tennis — Fremont Youth Tennis 2025: Introduce your child to tennis with this Pee Wee Tennis clinic, designed for kids ages 4 and 5. The clinic is especially designed for little ones to help them focus, build confidence and a lifelong love for tennis in a supportive environment. 8:15 a.m., 38350 Alta Drive, Fremont. bit.ly/49FkU27
Live Music with Latin Guitarist Rolando Morales: Be entertained by the talented Rolando Morales, coupled with great food and wonderful vibes. 6:30 p.m., 5200 Mowry Ave., Suite M, Fremont. bit.ly/4hZmZry
Nov. 30
Kum Nye Tibetan Yoga: Discover this effective technique for relaxation, healing and relieveing tension for your body and mind with kum nye Tibetan yoga. This two-hour session will let you relax better. The cost is $15, and the session will be held in-person and online. Registration is required. 10 a.m., 1815 Highland Place, Berkeley. bit.ly/483eSpg
“Annie”: Watch this wonderful Broadway classic about an orphan named Annie who gets adopted by a billionaire. See how she lives her life in the Big Apple. Enjoy its rendition of “The sun’ll come out tomorrow” in this beloved Broadway musical that takes Annie on an adventure as she realizes her big dreams, stands strong against wrongdoers and never forgets her humble beginnings. 2 p.m., Berkeley Playhouse, 2640 College Ave., Berkeley. bit.ly/4o08qW0
Dec. 1
Why Kind Leaders Win: Explore the power of kind leadership in this in-person conversation featuring UC Berkeley Chancellor Rick Lyons alongside changemaking leaders and pro-social scientists. Learn how pro-social leadership influences a company’s performance and profitability and if kindness in leadership pays off. Registration required. Cost is $35 per person. 6:30 p.m., Roda Theater, Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Berkeley. bit.ly/3JIeapz
Dec. 2
Handling the Holidays: The holiday season can be painful for those who are still grieving the loss of their loved ones. Join this workshop with Hope Hospice, which offers a safe space to discuss the unique considerations of grieving during the holidays. You will learn how to prepare for gatherings and spend time alone to honor the memory of your loved ones privately. Registration required. 6:30 p.m., virtual event. bit.ly/4r5cGWZ
The Holy T: This is an exhibition about transgenderism through painting and tapestry, featuring artists Gericault, De La Rose and Angel Anjos. Their artwork depicts the presence, growth and empowerment of trans bodies, identity and people. 10 a.m., Junior Center of Art and Science, 558 Bellevue Ave., Oakland. bit.ly/49pfKqP
Dec. 3
Afternoon Reading with Leila Mottley: Join Leila Mottley for a reading and conversation. Mottley is the author of “Nightcrawling”, which was an Oprah’s Book pick, and more recently, “The Girls Who Grew Big,” which focuses on a group of teen mothers, rejected by their community at large, who find a haven of community within themselves. 2:30 p.m., De La Salle Hall: Hagerty Lounge, 1928 St. Mary’s Road, Moraga. bit.ly/43zQB97
Dec. 4
Clowning 101: If you’ve always been curious about clowns, then take this five-week class that covers various themes. You’ll master the clowning vocabulary so you can become fluent in the language of ridiculousness. The class is taught by April Garro, aka Loony the Clown. Registration is $100. 7 p.m., All Out Comedy Theater, 2550 Telegraph Ave., Oakland. bit.ly/3LDzVYh
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