Calendar: events from December 2009 to January 2010

SANTA BARBARA

La Pastorela

When, where: Today, El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park

Highlights: A retelling of the story of the shepherds’ (pastores) journey to Bethlehem to witness Christ’s birth. This annual Spanish-language performance in the presidio’s chapel includes song and historic dances.

Cost: $10; $5 for children ages 11 and younger and for Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation members

Info: (805) 965-0093, www.sbthp.org

SAN FRANCISCO

Beach Blanket Babylon holiday shows

When, where: Through Dec. 31, Club Fugazi, North Beach

Highlights: America’s longest-running musical revue puts on holiday-themed performances that include a chorus line of tap-dancing Christmas trees.

Cost: Tickets start at $25

Info: (415) 421-4222, www.beachblanketbabylon.com

TUCSON

New Year’s Competition Pow-Wow

When, where: Dec. 31 to Jan. 3, Rillito Raceway Park

Highlights: This annual event brings together Native American dancers from more than 50 tribes and offers handmade crafts, traditional foods, drum contests and kids’ activities. As 2009 turns into 2010, the Midnight Friendship Round Dance welcomes the new year.

Cost: $9 (free for kids ages 8 and younger, Native Americans dressed in regalia and military service members)

Info: (520) 622-4900, www.usa

SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ.

Scottsdale Fantasy of Lights

When, where: Through Jan. 2, WestWorld

Highlights: Drive through this attraction filled with huge animated displays, music and lots and lots of lights.

Cost: $15 per car ($12 on Monday and Tuesday)

Info:www.scottsdalefantasy

VANCOUVER, CANADA

Bright Nights

When, where: Through Jan. 2, Stanley Park

Highlights: A holiday train wends through the light-bedazzled park, forest and farmyard. Kids enjoy holiday treats and a visit with Santa in the train station.

Cost: Admission to the plaza is free, but train and farmyard tickets are $8; $5 for children ages 2 to 18 and seniors 65 and older.

Info:www.vancouver.ca/parks

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