Looking for something to do this weekend in the Tri-State? Check out our list of activities.

Thursday

Ritzy's Fantasy of Lights

Through Jan. 1 at Garvin Park, 1600 N. Main St. Tickets range from $7 to $25 per vehicle.

The annual Ritzy's Fantasy of Lights is back. On the one-mile drive, you can see 70 holiday light displays with new LED bulbs, as well as some with some animated sets, including flying reindeer, dancing bears, a waving Santa and more.

Newburgh Winterlights

Through Sunday, 5-8:30 p.m., Aurand Trailhead, Indiana 662 East. Tickets are $5.

With more lights than ever, come experience the wonder of thousands of lights along the Rivertown Trail, across the red bridge, through the woods and out onto the overlook.

John Lennon Night

6 to 11 p.m., Bokeh Lounge, 1007 Parrett St. Admission is free, but donations are requested.

Evansville Veterans for Peace Chapter 104 is hosting the annual Lennon Night celebration with music, art, poetry and spoken word all inspired by John Lennon. Funds raised at this event will be used to support the Iraq Water Project, which seeks to provide clean and safe drinking water for the Iraqi people.

Friday

Christmas Belles

Friday and Saturday at 6 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m., Princeton Theatre and Community Center, 301 W. Broadway St., Princeton, Indiana. Tickets for Friday and Saturday are $15-$35 and Sunday are $13-$15.

A Christmas comedy program about squabbling sisters, family secrets, a surly Santa, a vengeful sheep and a reluctant Elvis impersonator. Friday and Saturday's tickets include a dinner and show, and Sunday is show-only.

A VERY ROCKY Christmas!

Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and midnight, STAGEtwo at 321, 321 N. Congress Ave. Tickets are $15.

Celebrate the holidays with this annual favorite masterpiece with fun ways that they've integrated classic holiday tales with new audience-participation opportunities. Doors open 45 minutes before show time with a 30-minute pre-show.

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EPO: The Children's Nutcracker

Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 2 p.m., Old National Events Plaza, 715 Locust St. Tickets are $26.

Come see the televised Children's Nutcracker presented by the Children's Center of Dance Education and Evansville Philharmonic Youth Orchestra members.

Saturday

Breakfast with Santa

Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. to noon, Mesker Park Zoo, 1545 Mesker Park Drive. Tickets range from $7 to $18.

Get transported to the North Pole where breakfast with Santa is open to all children. Attendees will receive a sweet treat and a holiday craft

Elf Academy

9 a.m. to noon, cMoe, 22 SE Fifth St.; Tickets are $35 per adult, $35 per child.

This annual fundraiser and immersive holiday experience is back for the whole family to enjoy. Activities include making toys at Santa's workshop, a snowball fight, pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus and more. Tickets include brunch and all activities, and can be purchased online at www.cMoekids.org.

Pancakes and Pajamas with Santa

9 to 10:30 a.m., Swonder Ice Arena, Admission is $6 for adults, $4 for kids, and $3 for skate rental.

Breakfast is $5 for 3 pancakes and 2 sausages, and hot cocoa is $1. Santa will be on the ice and walking around during breakfast and will be taking Christmas list wishes throughout the event.

Raptor Con

10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, National Guard Armory 3300 E. Division St. Tickets range from $15 to $100.

The two-day event that will have more than 100 vendor booths, a cosplay contest and other events. Special guests include Bill Morrison, Jason Marsden, David Della Rocco, Mindy Sterling and more.

Santa Visits Willard Library

11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Willard Public Library, 21 N. First Ave. Free.

Santa is taking a break from checking his list and is returning to the Willard Public library for free photos.

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West Side Nut Club presents 'Santa Land 2022'

Saturday and Sunday, 3 p.m.-6 p.m., Acorn Plaza at 10th Avenue and Franklin Street in Evansville. Free.

Bring the family out for free pictures with St. Nick and other characters such as SpongeBob, Barney and Sesame Street friends. Enjoy free hot chocolate and cookies along with live performances from choirs and bands.

'The Nutcracker' by Ballet Indiana

7 p.m. on Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday, Victory Theatre, 600 Main St. Tickets range from $23 to $48.

Ballet Indiana and the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra team up for a presentation of "The Nutcracker."

Christmas Concerts

Saturday at 7 p.m., and Sunday at 5 p.m. Free.

The Wolfgang Orchestra and Chorus are offering two free concerts this weekend to the public. Saturday at the Embrace Church, 6300 Washington Ave. in Evansville and Sunday at First United Methodist Church's Wesley Hall, 601 Main St. in Mount Vernon, Indiana.

Sunday

Sensory Breakfast with Santa

Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. to noon, Mesker Park Zoo, 1545 Mesker Park Drive. Tickets range from $7 to $18.

With a little less hustle and bustle, get transported to the North Pole where breakfast is with special guest, Santa. Attendees will receive a sweet treat and a holiday craft.

This article originally appeared on Evansville Courier & Press: What can I do this weekend in Evansville?