Celebrate the Weekend with Live Holiday Music Throughout North County

Twas the weekend before Christmas, and there's so much to see, Patch found activities to do for all of North County. 

Stroll through the Village in Carlsbad and listen to holiday tunes or head to Encinitas and listen to actor Dennis Quaid rock out to jazz blues. 

Kick start your weekend with some holiday cheer because soon enough Santa will be here.

Grab your families and cameras and take lots of photos, for any questions, click on the links for more info.

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS

• What's Up: Stroll through a village and catch live musical performances by Carlsbad High School Caroling Company.
• When: Friday, Dec. 21 from 6 to 8 p.m.
• Where: The Village, 2961 State St, Carlsbad. 
• Price: Free

BLUE CHRISTMAS EVENT WITH THE BLUE CHUNKS

• What's Up: Listen to holiday jazz music while you browse through a gallery art featuring North County artists.
• When: Saturday, Dec. 22 at 7:30 p.m.
• Where: Sunshine Brooks Theater 217 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside.
• Price: $25.

ENCINITAS BALLET PRESENTS THE NUTCRACKER

• What's Up: The classic holiday ballet, The Nutcracker will dance and leap into Carlsbad. 
• When: Saturday, Dec. 22 at 2 p.m.
• Where: Carlsbad Cultural Arts Center, 3557 Monroe St, Carlsbad.
• Price:  $10.

DENNIS QUAID AND THE SHARKS CONCERT

• What's Up: Hollywood actor, Dennis Quaid is also a singer and guitarist. Dennis Quaid and the Sharks will perform live featuring rock n roll and country soul music
• When: Saturday, Dec. 22 at 9 p.m.
• Where: Bellyup, 143 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach. 
• Price: $27 in advance or $29 at the door.

MAKE YOUR OWN POINSETTIA DECORATIONS

• What's Up: Do you still need a holiday gift? Learn how to different types of poinsettias using pipe cleaners, toilet paper, and tissue paper.
• When: Sunday, Dec. 23 from Noon to 4 p.m.
• Where: San Dieguito Heritage Museum, 450 Quail Gardens Dr, Encinitas.
• Price: Free.