The holiday season has officially started this November, as we prepare to gather around the Thanksgiving table for fun, food and family. This month, we have picked out a few terrific local events in Albuquerque that are sure to get you and your family into the holiday spirit.

Performance: A Christmas Story The Musical

Date: Nov. 19, 2015-Nov. 22, 2015

Time: Thurs 7:30 p.m., Fri 8 p.m., Sat 2 p.m. & 8 p.m., Sun 1 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.

Recurrence: Recurring daily

Admission: TBA

Location: Popejoy Hall - 203 Cornell Dr. N.E., Albuquerque, NM 87131

Phone: 505-277-3824

Albuquerque will be the setting for this fantastic holiday treat: “A Christmas Story, The Musical!” Based on the popular film, “A Christmas Story, The Musical” brings to life the hilarious story of young Ralphie and his quest for that one perfect present. The musical has been nominated for multiple awards, including three Tony Awards. Head over to PopeJoy Hall’s website to buy tickets.

Hocus Pocus Magic Show

Date: Nov. 28, 2015

Time: 3 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.

Admission: $19-$44

Location: KiMo Theatre - 423 Central Ave. N.W., Albuquerque, NM 87102

Phone: 505-768-3522

Bring a little magic to your family this November at the “Hocus Pocus Magic Show.” The show features some of the world’s leading magicians and includes everything from a Traveling Emporium of Magical Wonders Museum to interactive magic photo booths. Click here to get your tickets!

Dickens Christmas in Heartsville Village

Date: Nov. 27, 2015–Dec. 5, 2015

Time: Fridays 9 a.m.–9 p.m.; Saturdays 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

Recurrence: Every Friday, Saturday

Admission: Free

Location: Heights 1st Church of the Nazarene - 8401 Paseo Del Norte Blvd, Albuquerque, NM 87122

Phone: 505-858-3009

Have a very Dickens Christmas at the Heartsville Height’s First Church of the Nazarene’s Dickens Village. Discover a Victorian village right here in Albuquerque packed with holiday carolers, beautiful shops and delicious baked goods. Admission is free, so stop by the Heartsville Village this month for a jolly good time!

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