This week Phoenix celebrates the holidays the Southwest way. Ballet Arizona kicks off the weekend by performing the classic Nutcracker, then there is Christmas day dining at the Wigwam and after the holiday you can paint a cozy cabin at The Painter’s Lounge. Note: All descriptions courtesy of event hosts and edited for clarity.

12.22

Wednesday Wednesday: A Weekly Songwriters Showcase
A weekly curated artist showcase featuring the best artists from the PHX music scene every week. Held at the legendary Crescent Ballroom and hosted by Jesse Teer of The Senators, this is an evening of artist community, music discovery and a celebration of the most promising up-and-coming talent in Phoenix.8 p.m.  Free. Crescent Ballroom: 308 N. 2nd Ave, Phoenix, AZ; crescentphx.com // @crescentphx

12.23

Mimi O Chun: It’s all cake
New York-based artist Mimi O Chun’s first solo museum exhibition presents all-new soft sculptures produced over the past year and a half — a time marked by the global Covid-19 pandemic, a polarized political climate and a civil uprising for racial justice. Chun explains that “these cultural, political, and economic winds formed a perfect storm that have exposed and exacerbated the structural inequities of a late capitalist economy.” 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. $10. Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art: 7374 East Second St. Scottsdale, AZ; smoca.org // @_smoca

12.24

Junk in the Trunk Holiday Market
Featuring a collection of local shops, handmade goods and vintage curators, The Market by Junk in the Trunk will be open through December 31 and creatively curated with holiday shopping in mind. The Vintage Arcadia is an ideal location for the pop-up storefront as area shoppers can stop and shop, and can also grab a drink or food at the adjacent Chestnut at the Vintage. Various times. Free. The Vintage Arcadia: 4418 E. Osborn Phoenix, AZ; junkinthetrunkvintagemarket.com // @junkinthetrunkvintagemarket

The Nutcracker
Ballet Arizona returns to Symphony Hall in grand fashion with this holiday classic. Celebrate the joy and wonder of the season with Ib Andersen’s The Nutcracker as Tchaikovsky’s cherished score is masterfully performed by The Phoenix Symphony. Follow Clara’s wintry adventures as she battles mischievous mice and charms the Sugar Plum Fairy. Whether this is your first Nutcracker or your 101st, this heartwarming tradition never fails to enchant and draw smiles from all.1 p.m. $35-$179. Ballet Arizona: 75 N 2nd St. Phoenix, AZ; balletaz.org // @balletarizona

12.25

Christmas Day Dining at The Wigwam
Gather around the table with close friends and family to celebrate the holidays The Wigwam way. This year join the iconic Wigwam for one of several incomparable holiday dining experiences, each offering a mix of classic holiday fare, elevated with an exquisite touch of seasonal culinary flair. 12-4 p.m. $62+. The Wigwam: 300 East Wigwam Blvd. Litchfield Park, AZ; wigwamarizona.com  // @wigwamresort

Holidays at the Hyatt                     
Join in the merriment of the holidays at Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa. Children, families and friends are invited to enjoy festive crafts, holiday mixology classes, Native American Hoop Dancing, live music, an Elf Turndown Service on Christmas Eve and of course getting the chance to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Various prices.  Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch: 7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Rd. Scottsdale, AZ; hyatt.com // @hyatt

12.26

Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley
From the pen of the writer of last season’s hit Silent Sky, and America’s most produced playwright, comes this charming and cleverly imagined sequel to Pride and Prejudice. It is two years later and the Bennet family gathers at Pemberley to celebrate Christmas together. Miss Bennet is an energetic, witty, and romantic holiday comedy about family, awkward nerd love and personal transformation that will delight and en-chant Jane Austen aficionados and newcomers alike. 2:00 p.m. $25+.  Herberger Theater Center: 222 East Monroe St. Phoenix, AZ; herbergertheater.org // @herbergertheater

Paint a Cozy Cabin
Painters Lounge is taking painting off-site to GenuWine Self Serve Wine & Beer spot for some painting, great snacks, fabulous drinks and fun. A  ticket includes all the materials for painting this spectacular cozy cabin painting and professional step-by-step art instruction. When you arrive, you can order beer, wine and snacks. 2:00- 4:30 p.m. $39. GenuWine Arizona Wine Bar: 888 N 1st Ave. Ste 101 Phoenix, AZ; thepainterslounge.com // @painterslounge