11/24-1/11: ZooLights
The annual ZooLights event is opening this week at the Phoenix Zoo. Opening on Nov. 24 and closing on Jan. 11, ZooLights features almost 4 million LED lights spread throughout the zoo and formed into the shapes of many of its popular animals. By day, the zoo’s animals will be out and wandering about as usual, but at night the zoo will transform into a lit-up, animal-themed wonderland for the holiday season.
Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, Monday, Nov. 24 to Sunday, Jan. 11, 5:30 p.m.- 10:30 p.m. daily, $8-$18

11/28-29: Glendale Glitters
The lighting tradition in the city of Glendale is kicking off this weekend when the display of 1.5 million lights in historic downtown will be lit for the first time this holiday season. The award-winning largest free light event in Arizona has been going on for 21 years and will remain lit through Jan. 10.
Historic Downtown Glendale, 58th and Glendale Avenues, Friday, Nov. 28 and Saturday, Nov. 29, 5 to 10 p.m. both evenings, free

11/29: Jay Leno
After retiring from The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Leno is hitting the road and getting back to his comedic roots with a stand-up comedy tour.  As a famous late night host, his audience is used to seeing him interviewing celebrities and commentating on current events. Leno used to do stand-up when he first began his career, and now is getting back too it after leaving The Tonight Show in February.
Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale, Saturday, Nov. 29, 8 p.m., $35-$225

11/30: Trans-Siberian Orchestra
The famous group is heading out on their Winter Tour 2014, performing “The Christmas Attic”, performing rock versions of popular Christmas songs. The performance not only brings out the Christmas spirit, but a show full of lights, lasers, and special effects as well.
Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Glendale Ave., Glendale, Sunday, Nov. 30, 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., $32-$67

11/30: “The Polar Express”
The Phoenix Symphony is putting on the music from The Polar Express with assistance from the Phoenix Girls Choir on Sunday. The special includes a narration of the holiday classic and sing-along versions of popular holiday songs. The Instrument Petting Zoo will be there for those who arrive early.
Symphony Hall, 1 N. 1st St., Phoenix, Sunday, Nov. 30, 2:30 p.m., $11+