Joffrey Ballet’s “Nutcracker”
Robert Joffrey’s production of Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” features a full Joffrey ensemble, children’s choruses and dancers.
When: 2 p.m. (also Sunday)
Where: Auditorium Theatre, 50 E. Congress Parkway
Price: $30-$115; 800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com
Malcolm X College Kwanzaa observance
With the theme “Honoring Our Elders for Preserving Our Cultural Heritage,” an extensive program for the Kwanzaa holiday includes the African Marketplace, music, dance and theater performances, fashion shows and more; malcolmx.ccc.edu
When: Noon-4 p.m. (also 2-6 p.m. Sunday)
Where: Malcolm X College, 1900 W. Van Buren St.
Price: Free admission
Chicago French Market
The year-round European-style market offers seasonal and certified organic produce, fish, breads, pastries, flowers, prepared meals, wine and more.
When: 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: MetraMarket, 131 N. Clinton St.
Price: Free admission; 312-575-0306, frenchmarketchicago.com
Chicago Bulls vs. New Orleans Hornets
A 35-point lead. OK, moving on … to a Hornets team also struggling to gain momentum after starting off sluggish, and restructuring after an early-season coaching change.
When: 7 p.m.
Where: United Center, 1901 W. Madison St.
Price: $10-$145; 800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com
The Rink at Wrigley
Grab your skates, and head to the parking lot next to the Friendly Confines that has been transformed into an ice skating rink.
When: 10 a.m.-11 p.m. (also 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday)
Where: Wrigley Field parking lot, Clark and Addison streets
Price: $10, $6 for children, skate rental available; rinkatwrigley.com
