Weekend Planner: Redmond Lights, Holiday Concert, Seasonal Cabaret

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. 

Redmond Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-with-work-get-me-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit.

• Where/When: 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday at  and
• Why Go: Celebrate different traditions, cultures and faiths this Saturday during Redmond's holiday festival. The fun starts at City Hall Plaza with fun activities, a festive tree lighting, live musical entertainment and refreshments. Then join in the Luminary Walk between City Hall Plaza and Redmond Town Center, where you can enjoy tastes of complimentary holiday treats, kids’ crafts and entertainment from the community.
• Pricing: Free

• Where/When: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday at in Redmond.
• Why Go: Join Redmond's community choir as it presents a sterling assortment of seasonal pieces in a stunning holiday concert this Sunday at Meadowbrook Church. Never heard of Redmond Chorale? Check out this . 
• Pricing: Suggested $10 donation. Proceeds benefit Congregations for the Homeless.

• Where/When: 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at  in Redmond.
• Why Go: Do you love drumming but don't have anyone to jam with? Come out to SoulFood Books this Sunday night for a community drum circle. No experience needed to participate, just heart.
• Pricing: Free

• Where/When: 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday at in Redmond.
• Why Go: Join SecondStory Repertory and the Pacific Northwest Cabaret Association this weekend for a holiday cabaret. The show will feature members of the several members from the PNCA including Victor Janusz, Joanne Klein, Judy Ann Moulton and Arnaldo! Drag Chanteuse. Enjoy the show!
• Pricing: Tickets are $18 and can be purchased over the phone at 425-881-6777 or online at www.secondstoryrep.org.

Community Toy Drive at the Old Fire House Teen Center

• Where/When: 7 p.m. Friday at the in Redmond.
• Why Go: Rock out for a good cause this Friday at the Old Fire House as local youth present an evening of music, comedy and more.
• Pricing: $7, or $5 if you bring a toy to donate to Hopelink.