Tickets are on sale now for the 12th Annual Upscale Singers “Songs of the Season” concert. $7–$20. Desert Hills Presbyterian Church, 34605 N. Tom Darlington, Carefree. 5 p.m. Ticket information: 480-575-0811; upscalesingers.com

Get ready for a musical extravaganza as Musical Theatre of Anthem showcases its talent for this annual holiday performance. $15. 42323 N. Vision Way, Anthem. 7 p.m. musicaltheatreofanthem.org

Scottsdale Waterfront’s Soleri Plaza will be the place to be for December’s Saturday night live music concerts. Free. 4420 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. 7 to 8:30 p.m. experiencescottsdale.com

Join Carefree Church for four identical Christmas services followed by an outdoor festival, including ice skating, real snow, snacks and children’s activities. Free. 5025 E. Carefree Hwy., Carefree. 10 a.m.; 1 p.m.; 3 p.m.; and 5 p.m. carefreechurch.com

Skip the dishes and enjoy a most special holiday buffet at SWB at Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa. Enjoy lights, décor and a fantastic menu, including a special kids’ buffet. Santa and Mrs. Claus will make an appearance 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Breakfast 6:30 a.m. to noon, $23.95; Lunch 10 a.m. to 4...

Running is fun when it comes with live music and excitement! The Rock ‘N’ Marathon is a relatively flat course that runs through Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe. Road closure information, routes, fees and schedule are available online. runrocknroll.com

Come to The Gallery at el Pedregal for an afternoon of fine art, artist demonstrations, delicious food and musical performances. Free. 34505 N. Scottsdale Rd., second floor, Carefree. 1 to 4 p.m. 480-575-6624

Arizona Musicfest presents Grammy-winner Alison Brown, who has established herself as not only one of the best banjo players in the world, but also one of the most innovative musicians around today. $35–$55. La Casa de Cristo Church, 6300 E. Bell Rd., Phoenix. 7:30 p.m. 480-422-8449; azmusicfest.org

Arizona’s favorite ruler-wielding nun is back in the habit in this popular sequel to the Late Nite Catechism comedies. Performed Saturdays through Feb. 24. $31–$39. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Stage 2, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale. 8 p.m. 480-499-8587; scottsdaleperformingarts.org

A new exhibit at the Brown’s Ranch Trailhead in Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve offers insights into the Arizona Historical Society’s role in preserving the state’s history and telling its unique story. History in the Desert includes artifacts and photographs showing historic ranching, mining, farming and other elements of Arizona history. Free. 30301 N. Alma School...