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Monday, December 8
Home Alone at Rooftop Cinema Club
Get into the holiday spirit with a beloved Christmas classic as Rooftop Cinema Club hosts a screening of Home Alone on Monday night. Follow a parent-free Kevin McCallister as he attempts to stop two burglars from robbing his house with booby traps, tricks, and more. Cozy up with your favorite movie theater snacks and watch the comedic chaos unfold on the big screen, all while taking in rooftop views of Miami Beach. 8 p.m. at Rooftop Cinema Club, 1212 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach. Tickets cost $22 to $28 via rooftopcinemaclub.com.
Tuesday, December 9
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Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida’s Holiday Slay Ride
If you’re looking for something festive that doesn’t feel stiff or traditional, the Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida’s Holiday Slay Ride is an easy pick. The performance turns a traditional holiday choir show into a lively, queer-friendly celebration with big vocals and playful energy. It leans into humorous rewrites of classic songs, moments of unexpected sweetness, and campy theatrics. “White Christmas” becomes “Pink Christmas,” and “Holding Out for a Hero” gets a seasonal twist. 8 p.m. at Hard Rock Live, 1 Seminole Wy., Hollywood; 954-797-5531; casino.hardrock.com. Tickets cost $70 to $123 via ticketmaster.com.
Wednesday, December 10
The Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute Band
Beatlemania is alive and well at The Parker as The Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute Band brings the music of The Beatles back to life more than half a century after their breakup. Celebrating the band’s second film, Help!, this new show features songs from the movie soundtrack alongside more of the lads’ greatest hits. Recognized for their uncanny live renditions of songs such as “Yesterday,” “A Day In The Life,” and “Here Comes the Sun,” among others, this tribute band will make you think you’re seeing the real thing. 7:30 p.m. at The Parker, 707 NE Eighth St., Fort Lauderdale; 954-462-0222; parkerplayhouse.com. Tickets cost $53 to $88 via ticketmaster.com.
Stevie Nicks at Hard Rock Live
Legendary rocker Stevie Nicks, whose spellbinding voice and bohemian stage presence defined Fleetwood Mac and the ’70s at large, is making up her previously scheduled September concert at Hard Rock Live after sustaining a shoulder injury. Her rescheduled show promises decades of hits, from “Rhiannon” to “Gypsy” to “Edge of Seventeen.” Nicks is not only a two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, but she’s also sold more than 220 million albums during her nearly six-decade career. Bring your best witchy attire, and expect the kind of poetic balladry and mystical stagecraft that only Nicks can deliver. 8 p.m. at Hard Rock Live, 1 Seminole Wy., Hollywood; 954-797-5531; casino.hardrock.com. Tickets cost $265 to $1,688 via ticketmaster.com.
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Thursday, December 11
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
The countdown to Christmas is on! Keep the holiday spirit going with a screening of How the Grinch Stole Christmas. The 2000 film starring Jim Carrey in heavy prosthetic makeup marks its 25th anniversary this year. To celebrate, relive the timeless story of a grumpy outcast who sets out to steal Christmas from the Whos of Whoville, only to discover the true meaning of the season — it might be more timely than ever today. Various venues. Ticket costs vary via fandango.com.
Elf at Rooftop Cinema Club
Rooftop Cinema Club’s festive winter lineup rolls on with Elf, the 2003 Jon Favreau holiday comedy that helped cement Will Ferrell’s transition from SNL standout to bona fide film star. The open-air venue will offer its usual amenities, including wireless headphones, cocktails and snacks, and stunning skyline views, which differentiate it from every other cinema in town. At this screening, you can spend Christmas in the North Pole and New York City without leaving the comfort of your Adirondack chair. 7:15 p.m. at Rooftop Cinema Club, 1212 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach; 310-343-8750. Tickets start at $21 via rooftopcinemaclub.com.
Black Nativity at the Sandrell Rivers Theater
Brévo Theatre’s Black Nativity brings Langston Hughes’ classic to life in a show that follows Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem, told through a Black lens. The production blends gospel, spirituals, and rich African-inspired costumes to tell the poet and playwright’s nativity story, and it’s a community effort: The show is supported by several local institutions, including the Broward Center, Pompano Beach Cultural Affairs, and Miami-Dade County Cultural Affairs. 7:30 p.m. at the Sandrell Rivers Theater, 6103 NW Seventh Ave., Miami; 305-284-8872. Tickets cost $45 via sandrellriverstheater.com.
Friday, December 12
Vienna Light Orchestra at the Broward Center
Known also for its candlelit staging and enchanting orchestral and choral arrangements, the Vienna Light Orchestra is bringing holiday classics like “White Christmas” and “O Holy Night” to the Broward Center Friday night. The ensemble features musicians from around the world performing classical repertoire with contemporary arrangements. You’ll want to dress for the occasion — the costuming here is splendid, too. 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Broward Center, 201 SE Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale; 954-462-0222; browardcenter.org. Tickets cost $63 to $196 via ticketmaster.com.
