The season began early and in grand fashion last weekend with Light Up Night and continues Downtown on Saturday with the Celebrate the Season Parade.

But that's just a fraction of it.

There are Light Up Nights in nearby towns, train exhibits, "Nutcrackers," concerts, light shows, boat cruises, tours of classic homes ... the list is almost as long as Santa's.

Here it is:

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HOLIDAY LIGHTS

ECKERD CELEBRATION OF LIGHTS The 3.2-mile drive-through Christmas display, now in its 14th year, features more than 2 million lights and 300 animated characters. It benefits The Salvation Army/WTAE-TV Project Bundle-Up and various local charities. Hartwood Acres, Hampton and Indiana townships. Sun.-Thurs. 6-10 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 6-11 p.m. through Jan. 8. $10 per car.

OGLEBAY WINTER FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS Six-mile drive-through display on 300 acres features the 12 days of Christmas, animated figures and "Peanuts" characters, plus model train display and laser shows. A light and music show at Good Zoo at Oglebay runs every 20 minutes 5-10 p.m. nightly, with 35,500 lights choreographed to holiday music from Trans-Siberian Orchestra. Oglebay Park, Wheeling, W.Va. Dusk to 11 p.m. nightly through Jan. 7. Suggested donation is $10. 1-800-624-6988.

OVERLY'S COUNTRY CHRISTMAS More than 2.4 million lights on 15 acres, giant bonfire, sleigh and wagon rides, Nativity scene, gift shop and Santa's Workshop holiday toy exhibit. Westmoreland Fairgrounds, Greensburg. Mon.-Thurs. 5:30-10 p.m.; Fri.-Sun. 5:30-11 p.m. through Jan. 1. $8 per car weekdays; $10 Fri.-Sun. 1-800-968-3759.

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HOLIDAY PLACES

CARNEGIE MUSEUM OF ART/NATURAL HISTORY Oakland. The traditional display of holiday trees in the Hall of Architecture will depict favorite legends and fairy tales from Africa, Ukraine, China and the United States. Display of themed holiday trees (through Jan. 7). Preview party Nov. 29, 6 p.m. ($45; 412-622-3325); Neapolitan Presepio, a miniature Nativity scene with more than 100 life-like figures created between 1700 and 1830, Nov. 24-Jan. 4, tours daily; holiday concerts Saturdays and Sundays (Dec. 9-23). Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. 412-622-3131.

CARNEGIE SCIENCE CENTER North Side. Holiday-themed 2,300-square-foot Miniature Railroad & Village (opens Nov. 24); "Happy Feet" in Omnimax Theater. Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. till 9 p.m. 412-237-3400.

COMPASS INN MUSEUM Route 30, Laughlintown. Restored 1799 stagecoach stop furnished with period pieces. Christmas Tours Nov. 24, 5-8 p.m., and Nov. 25-26, 3-7 p.m.; Candlelight Tours Dec. 2-3, 9-10, 3-7 p.m. $7; $4 students through high school; 5 and under free. 724-238-4983.

FRICK ART & HISTORICAL CENTER Point Breeze. Tours of Clayton, the 23-room turn-of-the-century Frick mansion, depicting a formal holiday party and children's party. Seasonal crafts workshops and other activities. Through Jan. 7. Holiday hours: Tue.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., till 9 p.m. Wed. in December. Docent-led tours Nov. 28-30, Dec. 1-15, Jan. 2-7. The Frick Art Museum is also showing "Off the Pedestal: New Women in the Art of Homer, Chase and Sargent," through Jan. 14. Clayton admission: $12 adults; $10 seniors, students, military. 412-371-0600.

GATEWAY CLIPPER CRUISES Station Square. Santa Family Fun Cruises with DJ Dance Party sail at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Nov. 24, and Sat.-Sun. Nov. 25-Dec. 17, plus Dec. 11 and 12 at 6:30 p.m.; Snowbell Dinner Cruises sail at 6:30 p.m. Fri.-Sun. Nov. 24-Dec. 17. 412-355-7980.

HARTWOOD ACRES The mansion is decorated for the holidays. The holiday teas are sold out. Candlelight Tours Mon.-Tue. 5-8 p.m. by reservation, through Dec. 12. 412-767-9200.

KERR MEMORIAL MUSEUM Victorian Holidays in this late 19th-century home of a small-town doctor. 402 Delaware Ave., Oakmont. Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 412-826-9295.

NATIONAL AVIARY North Side. There is no Snowbird Festival this year. Instead, the Aviary is focusing on its daily encounter with penguins. For reservations, call 412-323-7235.

NATIONALITY ROOMS Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh, Oakland. Rooms designed to reflect the ethnic heritage of Pittsburgh's immigrants are dressed for the holidays through Jan 13. Tours Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. (Nov. 24, 10:30 a.m.). Open house with performances and ethnic foods, Dec. 3, noon-4 p.m. 412-624-6000.

NEMACOLIN CASTLE Christmas candlelight tours with the theme of "Christmas through the years," with different winter-scene pictures of local places in Brownsville displayed throughout the castle. Hot wassail and cookies served. Front Street, Brownsville, Route 40, about 20 miles east of Washington, Pa. Nov. 24-Dec 23 and Dec. 29-30, Fri. 5-9 p.m. and Sun. 2-9 p.m. $7; $4 kids 12 and under. 724-785-6882.

OLD ECONOMY VILLAGE Ambridge. Christmas at the Village, lantern-lit Christmas event with demonstrations, children's activities, a traditional Christmas putz and German food, Dec. 9, 2-8:30 p.m. $7; $4 kids 4-17. Christmas Fund-raiser Dinner, Dec. 3. 724-266-1803.

OLIVER MILLER HOMESTEAD South Park. A Scots-Irish Pioneer Christmas, Dec. 3, 1:30-4:30 p.m.; 18th-Century Pioneer Christmas featuring decorating and music, Dec. 10, 1:30-4:30 p.m. $1. 412-835-1554.

PENNSYLVANIA TROLLEY MUSEUM Washington. Children and families can ride with Santa on vintage trolleys and run the Lionel layouts. Nov. 24-26, Dec. 2-3 and Dec. 9-10, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Trolley and Toy Trains run various days through Jan. 15. 1-877-PA-TROLLEY or www.pa-trolley.org.

PHIPPS CONSERVATORY & BOTANICAL GARDENS Schenley Park, Oakland. Winter Flower Show features evergreens, poinsettias and colorful seasonal plantings, Nov. 24-Jan. 7; grand opening of Tropical Forest: Thailand, Dec. 9-10; Santa appears Sat.-Sun. 11 a.m.-2 p.m., through Dec. 24; candlelight evenings with holiday entertainment (Dec. 11-31, till 9 p.m.). Tues.-Sun. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri. till 9 p.m. 412-622-6914.

PHIPPS GARDEN CENTER Mellon Park, Shadyside. Holiday Splendor Greens Sale, Dec. 1, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., for Winter Warm-Up Breakfast (10 a.m.; $30) and Crystal Ice Luncheon guests (12:30 p.m.; $50); Holiday Splendor Greens Sale, Dec. 2, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., for Warm-Up Breakfast guests (10 a.m.; $30); Holiday Splendor Greens Sale open to the public Dec. 3, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Reservations: 412-441-4442.

PPG PLACE WINTERGARDEN Stanwix Street, Downtown. "Spirits of Giving From Around the World" features a 32-foot Christmas tree, an exhibit by the Pittsburgh Miniature Society and a display of life-size Santas and oil paintings representing 16 countries and Gingerbread House Display and Train Exhibit (through Jan. 7), Mon.-Thurs. 6 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fri. 6 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun. 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Open till 4 p.m. Dec. 2; closed Dec. 3 and 19. Free. 412-434-1900.

RINK AT PPG PLACE Skating around the Christmas tree. Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-midnight; Sun. noon-8 p.m.; Christmas Eve noon-9 p.m.; Christmas Day 11 a.m.-10 p.m. $7; $6 kids and seniors; $3 rental. 412-394-3641.

SWEETWATER CENTER FOR THE ARTS 200 Broad St., Sewickley. Annual Holiday Mart, featuring handmade gifts and jewelry, Nov. 26-Dec. 3 (11 a.m.-7 p.m. daily; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekends); "A Taste of the Season" with food and music by Cello Cello (Nov. 25, 5 p.m., $30); Victorian Tea Times (Nov. 28 and 30, 1 and 3 p.m.); Light Up Night "Let the Men Cook" dinner, Dec. 1, 5-9 p.m. 412-741-4405.

WESTMORELAND MUSEUM OF ART "The Art of Toys" is the 31st Holiday Toy & Train Exhibition with toys, paintings, sculpture and folk art. Reception Nov. 24, 1-4 p.m. There is also a holiday marketplace. 724-837-1500, www.wmuseumaa.org.

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HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

LIGONIER LIGHT-UP NIGHT Santa arrives at 6:30 p.m. via Idlewild & SoakZone to flip the switch on festivities, including carols and snacks. Nov. 24. 724-238-4200 or go to www.ligonier.com.

CELEBRATE THE SEASON PARADE Hosted by Macy's and WPXI, parade features entertainers, news and sports personalities. Mellon Arena down Fifth Avenue to Macy's. Nov. 25, 9-11 a.m.

SATURDAYS IN THE CITY Strolling carolers, street performers, free horse-drawn carriage rides. Downtown Pittsburgh. Highlights include Kids Holiday Crawl in the Cultural District (Dec. 2). 412-566-4190 or www.DowntownPittsburgh.com.

CHRISTMAS PARADE/LIGHT-UP NIGHT The Mars Volunteer Fire Company presents the 3rd annual Christmas in Mars celebration with parade, Santa, Christmas music and treats. Nov. 25, 5 p.m.

INTERNATIONAL COOKIE FESTIVAL Annual event invites shoppers to come to Lawrenceville to taste cookies from all around the world and purchase unique holiday gifts for friends and family. Maps available at 15 participating businesses between 36th and 52nd streets. Free. Nov. 30-Dec. 3: Thurs. 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

LIGHT UP NIGHT IN THE VILLAGE Light Up Night in Sewickley with holiday festivities and art walks. Dec. 1, 6 p.m. Santa Parade, Dec. 2, 10 a.m.

KIDS HOLIDAY CRAWL As part of Saturdays in the City, build a gingerbread house with the Pennsylvania Culinary School students, unleash a streak of creativity at the card-making studio at 937 Liberty Ave., decorate the BIG tree with ornaments at the Penn Avenue Parklet, listen to a holiday story at 707 Penn Ave. Dec. 2, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 412-566-4190 or www.DowntownPittsburgh.com.

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS Gallery of Ligonier Valley Library, Ligonier. Trees and wreaths decorated by families. Dec. 2-10, noon-7 p.m. 724-238-6818.

OLD ALLEGHENY VICTORIAN HOUSE TOUR Restored homes decorated for a 19th-century Christmas. Tours start at Calvary United Methodist Church, Allegheny and Beech avenues, North Side. Dec. 8, 5-8 p.m.; Dec. 9, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. $20. 412-323-8884.

VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL CONCERT AND DINNER Carnegie Library of Homestead, Munhall. Music by the East Winds Saxes and Valley Voices, house tour and dinner. Dec. 9, concert 3 p.m. ($10; $8 seniors; 12 and under free); dinner and concert $30. Call 412-462-3444, ext. 227, for dinner reservations.

SKATE WITH SANTA Outdoor skate with refreshments. Schenley Park Skating Rink, Schenley Park. Dec. 10, 1:30-3:30 p.m. $4; $3 kids. 412-422-6523.

FIRST NIGHT Celebration with musicians, dancers, puppeteers, actors and poets to greet the new year. Downtown. Dec. 31.

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HOLIDAY SHOPPING

PITTSBURGH CENTER FOR THE ARTS Annual holiday shop with work by local artists. PCA, Shadyside. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. Through Dec. 30. 412-361-0873.

PITTSBURGH TOY, COMIC & CHILDHOOD COLLECTIBLES SHOW With special guests Verne Troyer, Dirk Benedict, Bruno Sammartino. Pittsburgh Expomart, Monroeville. Dec. 2, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Dec. 3, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. www.pittsburghtoyshow.com.

PITTSBURGH GLASS CENTER "Funky, fanciful and functional glass for sale," with prices between $5 to $500. Glass Center, East Liberty. Dec. 1, 6-9 p.m.; Dec. 2, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 412-356-2145.

SOCIETY FOR CONTEMPORARY CRAFT Holiday market in the store. Dec. 9-13. Strip District. 412-261-7003.

HOLIDAY PLAYS

BLACK NATIVITY A song-rich dance and theater event, with script by Langston Hughes, that is always one of the most inspiring and entertaining Christmas experiences in town. Shona Sharif Dance and Drum Ensemble at Alumni Hall, 4227 Fifth Ave., Oakland. Nov. 24-Dec. 17: Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m.

A CHRISTMAS STORY Comtra Theatre, Cranberry. Fri. and Sat. 7:30 p.m., Dec. 1-23. $10. 724-773-9896.

A CHRISTMAS SURVIVAL GUIDE Musical revue includes such songs as "Everybody's Waitin' for the Man With the Bag," "The Twelve Steps of Christmas" and "The Happy New Year Blues." Little Lake Theatre, North Strabane. Nov. 30 and Dec. 2, 7-9, 14-16. 8 p.m. $10-$18. 724-745-6300.

A LIGONIER CHRISTMAS The annual celebration of the holiday season. Valley Players at Ligonier Theater, Ligonier. Dec. 2, 2:30 and 8 p.m.; Dec. 3, 2:30 p.m. $10; $5 kids 6-12; under 6 free. 724-238-6514.

A LITTLE CHRISTMAS CAROL Gemini Theater Company at The Factory, Point Breeze. Nov. 25-Dec. 27. Sat.-Sun. and Dec. 27, 1 and 3 p.m. (For "Fezziwig's Old-fashioned Family Holiday Fest," an enhanced family version of the show, call for information.) 412-243-5201.

THE LITTLEST ANGEL Holiday musical. Greasepaint Players of the Greensburg Civic Theatre. Greensburg Garden and Civic Center. Dec. 16, 4 and 7 p.m.; Dec. 17, 1 and 4 p.m. $5-$6. 1-800-982-7968.

A LITTLE PRINCESS CHRISTMAS Inspiring riches-to-rags story based on the classic novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Palace Theatre, Greensburg. Nov. 24, 10 a.m. $10-$7. 724-836-8000.

MADELINE'S CHRISTMAS BOOK The musical adventures of Ludwig Bemelmans' Madeline. Little Lake Theatre, North Strabane. Nov. 25-Dec. 10. Sat.-Sun. 1:30 p.m. $12; $10 kids 15 and under. 724-745-6300.

A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL Dickens plus music, now in its 15th year. Pittsburgh CLO at Byham Theater, Downtown. Dec. 8-23. Fri. 7:30 p.m. (plus Dec. 22, 2 p.m.); Sat. noon, 4 and 8 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m., plus Dec. 17, 6 p.m. and Dec. 20-21, 7:30 p.m. $24.50. 412-456-6666.

NATIVITY ON THE SQUARE Tale of the nativity. Saltworks Theatre Company at Christ Church at Grove Farm, Sewickley. Dec. 7, 7 p.m. Free, but call for reservations: 412-621-6150, ext. 204.

PERRY COMO CHRISTMAS SHOW Tribute show by Jude Pohl Productions. Green Tree Holiday Inn Dinner Theatre. Fri-Sat. Dec. 1-16 (also Dec. 3 and 10, 5 p.m.). Dinner 7 p.m., followed by show at 8. $36. 724-746-1178

SISTER'S CHRISTMAS CATECHISM As part of the popular series created by Maripat Donovan, Sister will quiz the "class" on Christmas lore, discuss appropriate gifts for a nun and create a Living Nativity. City Theatre, South Side. Nov. 24-Dec. 31. Tues. 7 p.m.; Wed.-Fri. 8 p.m.; Sat. 5:30 and 9 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m. (1 p.m. matinees Dec. 20, 27, 28; no performance Dec. 24-26). $40-$45. 412-431-CITY.

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NUTCRACKERS

THE NUTCRACKER Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, Benedum Center, Downtown. Dec. 8-23. Dec. 8, 7 p.m.; Dec. 9, 2 and 7 p.m.; Dec. 10, noon and 4:30 p.m.; Dec. 14-15, 7 p.m.; Dec. 16, 2 and 7 p.m.; Dec. 17, noon and 4:30 p.m.; Dec. 20-22, 7 p.m.; Dec. 23, 2 and 7 p.m. Starting at $14. 412-456-6666.

THE NUTCRACKER Pittsburgh Youth Ballet, Upper St. Clair Theatre. Dec. 8-9, 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 10, 2 p.m. $20. 412-835-1250.

THE NUTCRACKER Spotlight Performing Arts Theatre at Greater Masonic Center, Ross. Dec. 2, 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 3, 2 p.m. $12; $10 18 and under. 412-931-1001.

THE NUTCRACKER Carnegie Free Library Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Ave., Carnegie. Dec. 1-3, 8-10. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m. $12; $8 students and seniors. 412-279-8887.

THE NUTCRACKER California University of Pa. Dept. of Theatre and Mon Valley Dance Council. State Theatre, Uniontown. Dec. 8-9, 8 p.m.; Dec. 9-10, 2 and 8 p.m. $10-$12. 724-938-5943.

THE NUTCRACKER Westmoreland Symphony and Laurel Ballet Company at Palace Theatre, Greensburg. Dec. 9, 3 and 8 p.m.; Dec. 10, 3 p.m. $10-$27. 724-837-1850.

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HOLIDAY CONCERTS/CLASSICAL

ALLEGHENY BRASS BAND "Home for Christmas." Christ Church at Grove Farm, Sewickley. Dec. 3, 7:30 p.m. Free. 412-741-4900.

BUTLER COUNTY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA "Red and White" holiday concert with Catch 22 guitar ensemble. Lucas Richman's "Hanukkah Festival Overture" and holiday singalong combine with other seasonal favorites. Conducted by Elisabeth Heath-Charles. Butler Intermediate High School. Dec. 2, 8 p.m. $8-$15, $9-$18 at the door. 724-283-1402.

CHATHAM BAROQUE "Shining Stars & Sacred Treasures," with the National Gallery of Art Vocal Ensemble. Schutz's "A Christmas Story" and works by Bach, Praetorius and others. Sewickley United Methodist Church, Dec. 8, 8 p.m.; Synod Hall, Oakland, Dec. 9, 8 p.m.; Laughlin Music Center, Chatham College, Dec. 10, 2:30 p.m. $8-$18. 412-394-3353.

CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH "Night of Wonder" with the Chancel Choir, Wesley Singers, Carillon Choir and guitarist Thomas Kikta. Bethel Park, Dec. 10, 7:30 p.m. 412-835-6621, ext. 11.

CORO LATINOAMERICANO "Mis favoritos navidenos" "My Christmas Favorites" with Emily Pinkerton and the Coro Latinoamericano Children's Choir. Conducted by Enrique Bernardo. Frick Fine Arts Auditorium, Oakland, Dec. 9, 7:30 p.m. Free. 412-708-3312.

EDGEWOOD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA "A Carol Symphony" and Hanukkah Festival Overture. Walter Morales, conductor. First Presbyterian Church of Edgewood, Dec. 9, 7:30 p.m. $5-$10. 412-473-8880.

HEINZ CHAPEL Oakland. Men's Glee Club holiday concert, Dec. 1, 8 p.m. $5-$10; Christmas concerts with Heinz Chapel Choir, Dec. 2 and 8, 8 p.m.; Dec. 3 and 10, 3 p.m., $5-$10; Women's Choral Ensemble holiday concert, Dec. 9, 8 p.m. Free. 412-624-4125.

McKEESPORT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA "Home for the Holidays" featuring Rimsky-Korsakov's "Snow Maiden," holiday favorites and a singalong. McKeesport High School, Dec. 2, 7:30 p.m. $8-$15. 412-664-2854.

NORTH SUBURBAN SYMPHONIC BAND "Ring in the Holidays." Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center, Ross. Dec. 17, 3 p.m. $8. 412-366-1983.

NORTH PITTSBURGH PHILHARMONIC "A Holiday Celebration" with local church choirs. Roger Tabler, conductor. North Hills Jr. High School, Dec. 9, 7 p.m. $5-$15. 412-818-7262.

OPERA THEATER OF PITTSBURGH "Amahl and the Night Visitors." Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m.; Christ Prince of Peace Catholic Church, Ford City, Dec. 15, 8 p.m.; Heinz Chapel, Dec. 16, 8 p.m., and Dec. 17, 7 p.m. $15-$20. 412-394-3353.

PITTSBURGH CAMERATA "Tidings of Christmas." Sixth Presbyterian Church, Squirrel Hill, Dec. 2, 8 p.m.; Mt. Lebanon United Lutheran Church, Dec. 3, 3 p.m.; Smithfield United Church, Downtown, Dec. 8, 8 p.m.; St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Highland Park, Dec. 9, 8 p.m. $10-$20. 412-421-5884.

PITTSBURGH CIVIC ORCHESTRA "Holiday Memories" with Trio Grande, Westminster Presbyterian Church Handbell Choir and Boyce Middle School Chorus. Upper St. Clair High School, Dec. 16, 7:30 p.m. $10; $7 seniors; under 12 free. 412-221-2990 or 412-279-4030.

PITTSBURGH CONCERT CHORALE "A Holiday Potpourri!" Vaughan Williams' "Fantasia on Christmas Carols," Britten's "A Ceremony of Carols" and more. Ingomar Methodist Church, Dec. 1, 8 p.m. and Dec. 3, 4 p.m.; Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church, Dec. 2, 8 p.m. $8-$20. 412-635-7654.

PITTSBURGH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Handel's "Messiah." Heinz Hall. Betsy Burleigh, conductor. Dec. 21, 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 22, 8 p.m. $19-$62.50. 412-392-4900.

PITTSBURGH SYMPHONY POPS "Holiday Pops" with Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh and Children's Festival Chorus, Robert Bernhardt, conductor. Heinz Hall, Downtown. Dec. 13-14, 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 15, 8 p.m.; Dec. 16, 2:30 and 8 p.m.; Dec. 17, 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. $19-$72.50. 412-392-4900. Also, Shaler Area Intermediate High School, Dec. 10, 2:30 p.m.

RENAISSANCE CITY CHOIRS "Holidays in Our Home." Traditional holiday tunes and contemporary works. Andres Cladera and Bill Adams, conductors. East Liberty Presbyterian Church. Dec. 9, 8 p.m. $7-$25. 412-362-9484.

RENAISSANCE & BAROQUE SOCIETY "Nowell's Delight," ancient Christmas carols, motets, songs and dances performed by the period group Piffaro. Synod Hall, Oakland. Dec. 2, 8 p.m. $10-$30. 412-361-2048.

RIVER CITY BRASS BAND "Christmas Wrapped in Brass." Denis Colwell, conductor. Gateway High School, Monroeville, Nov. 30, 8 p.m.; Carson Middle School, McCandless, Dec. 1, 8 p.m.; Palace Theatre, Greensburg, Dec. 2, 8 p.m.; Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center, Johnstown, Dec. 3, 3 p.m.; Heinz Hall, Dec. 7, 7:30 p.m.; Baldwin High School, Dec. 10, 3 p.m.; Upper St. Clair Theatre, Dec. 12, 8 p.m. 412-322-7222.

SAINT VINCENT CAMERATA Christmas concerts. Saint Vincent Archabby Basilica, Latrobe. Dec. 9-10, 8 p.m. $20. 724-537-4579.

SOUTH HILLS CHORALE "A Holiday Spectacular." Mt. Lebanon United Presbyterian Church. Dec. 15-16, 7:30 p.m. $10.

TUESDAY MUSICAL CLUB "Holiday Program." With the Club's Choral and String ensembles. St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Highland Park. Dec. 12, 12:30 p.m. Free. 412-822-8078.

WASHINGTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA "Christmas Through the Eyes of a Child." Conducted by Yugo Ikach. Special guests Marsha Owens, children dancers from Washington Arts and Judge Richard DiSalle. Trinity High School, Washington, Dec. 2, 8 p.m. 724-223-9796.

WESTMORELAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA "Home for the Holidays" with the All-Star Chorus of Westmoreland County. Marc Tourre, director. Excerpts from Handel's "Messiah" and more. Palace Theatre, Greensburg. Dec. 16, 8 p.m. 724-837-1850.

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HOLIDAY CONCERTS/POP

TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA Mellon Arena, Dec. 1, 3 and 7:30 p.m. $45.75-$39.50. 412-323-1919.

THE OAK RIDGE BOYS CHRISTMAS SHOW Palace Theatre, Dec. 1, 2 and 8 p.m. $28-$48. 724-836-8000.

B.E. TAYLOR CHRISTMAS CONCERT Heinz Hall, Dec. 4-5, 7:30 p.m. $29-$49. 412-392-4900.

THE DOO WOP HOLIDAY REUNION SHOW V: Featuring Little Anthony & The Imperials, The Drifters, Shirley Alston Reeves, Kenny Vance and the Planotones, The Dubs, Larry Chance and the Earls. Mellon Arena, Dec. 8, 7 p.m. $20-$33. 412-642-1977.

BOYS OF THE LOUGH CHRISTMAS Manchester Craftsmen's Guild, Dec. 12, 7:30 p.m. $22-$28. 412-322-0800.

DONNIE IRIS CHRISTMAS Byham Theater, Dec. 29, 8 p.m. $29.50. 412-456-6666.