Sheila E. at Dallas Events Center

Sheila E., nee Sheila Cecelia Escovedo, has had quite the storied career. A solo artist in her own right, she worked for many years with Prince, starting with the Purple Rain recording. Catch "the Queen of Percussion" when she brings her pop, R&B, Latin jazz and funk music to Texas Station. December 27, 8 p.m., $24-$49. –Genevie Durano

Kenny "Babyface" Edmonds at Terry Fator Theatre

In addition to reeling off his own hits onstage at the Mirage, Babyface will take you through a tour of the pop masterpieces he has written and produced for Madonna, Boyz II Men, Whitney Houston and others. December 27-29, 7:30 p.m., $33-$55. –Brock Radke

Kwanzaa Celebration at West Las Vegas Library

For more than 50 years, the African American and Pan-African holiday Kwanzaa has brought communities together in a celebration of culture. The seven principles of Kwanzaa are: unity, self-determination, collective work and responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity and faith. There are also seven symbols of Kwanzaa, including the crops, the mat and the seven candles. Each symbol represents a different aspect of African-American traditions, values and history. But don't be intimidated if you don't know or even understand all the holiday's features. There's no special knowledge or experience required, and all are welcome.

If you're looking for a local celebration, the West Las Vegas Library hosts two days of activities and cultural offerings to honor the holiday. Drop in for a short visit or spend your whole weekend there. Shop at the weekend-long Marketplace Bazaar while the kids attend a workshop with African dance, storytelling and cultural face painting. Stretch your body and mind in a Kemetic Yoga Workshop; the practice derives from what is now Egypt. Or simply listen to guest speakers, drumming, poetry and song. December 28-29, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., free. –C. Moon Reed

Pizza Pop-Up at Sand Dollar Lounge

The Sand Dollar's holiday-themed Miracle on Spring Mountain pop-up bar brings in Chef Justin Kingsley Hall to run a one-off pizza kitchen, making this event a pop-up within a pop-up. Proceeds benefit Las Vegas Rescue Mission. December 29, 7-9 p.m. –Geoff Carter

Drake at XS

It's been a relatively quiet year music-wise for the Champagne Papi, but that doesn't mean he's stayed out of headlines. Rumors abound that Kylie Jenner and Drizzy are the next new power couple, as the duo has seemingly been dropping not-so-subtle Instagram hints about a budding romance. Will she show up at XS? Only one way to find out. December 30, 10 p.m., $150-$300. –Leslie Ventura

Las Vegas Stories: Secrets of Sunrise Mountain at Clark County Library

The first 2020 installment of this monthly series explores the lore behind the oft-overlooked east side mountain. Learn about "the Cave Lady," celebrity connections and more, when Channel 3 reporter Tom Hawley leads the talk. January 2, 7 p.m., free. –C. Moon Reed

Civil Rights Film Fest at West Las Vegas Library

This prelude to Black History Month, co-sponsored by the Las Vegas Alumni Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, features two cautionary accounts of social injustice and grassroots activism, Sisters of Selma and Cointelpro 101. January 4, Noon, free. –Geoff Carter

Escape to Margaritaville at Reynolds Hall

The Hollywood Reporter calls this jukebox musical "the perfect show for folks who would rather wear Hawaiian shirts and shorts than fancy clothing to the theater." Featuring all the classic Jimmy Buffett tunes—"Why Don't We Get Drunk," "Cheeseburger in Paradise," "Margaritaville" and more—this Smith Center show should keep audiences smiling. January 7-12, Times vary, $37-$134. –C. Moon Reed