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...

Experience American Indian music and dance performances, including crowd favorites like hoop dancing and fancy dancing, and enjoy fry bread, fry bread tacos and artist demonstrations. See website for performance schedules. $7.50–$18; Free for members, children under 5, and Native Americans. Steele Auditorium, 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 602-252-8840; heard.org

Anthem Christian author and women’s motivational speaker Sherry-Marie Perguson has published her seventh book, “Your Crown Slips So What Sparkle On!” The book is a journey of humor, faith and delicious recipes. 623-258-3599; sherrymarieperguson.com

Grease is the word with this fully interactive screening of the classic film with subtitled lyrics. Audience members are encouraged to dress up like a Rydell High T-Bird or Pink Lady (costume competition included!) and sing and dance along. $18. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale. See website for schedule....

Dec. 8-10; 15-17; 19-23; 26-30 Las Noches de las Luminarias This Desert Botanical Gardens’ favorite features more than 8,000 hand-lit luminaria bags, thousands of twinkle lights and 10 unique entertainment ensembles. $12.50–$30. Member discounts available. 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix. 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. 480-941-1225; dbg.org

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...