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Explore the meaning of art with VJs, DJs and your own suggestions. Phillips Collection 1600 21st St. NW, Washington, DC

The Mexican Elvis says "Viva Christmas!" With Los Straitjackets, the Lovely Elvettes and the Hall Monitors. 9:30 Club 815 V St. NW, Washington, DC | 202-265-0930

Soft hearted indie-rock from Montreal. The Rock and Roll Hotel 1353 H St. NE, Washington, DC | 202-388-7625

The free tickets to the lighting ceremony have been distributed, but after the president leaves the event, anyone can come to view the display. The tree remains lit nightly until 11 p.m. through Jan. 1. The Ellipse 1600 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC | 877-444-6777

Instrumental metal. With Young Widows and Phantom Family Halo. The Rock and Roll Hotel 1353 H St. NE, Washington, DC | 202-388-7625

NOTE: This show is sold out. The most sincere man in indie rock. In a good way. With Radio 4 and Title Tracks. Black Cat 1811 14th St. NW, Washington, DC | 202-667-4490

Mendelssohn, Trio No. 2 in C minor; Piazzolla, Four Seasons of Buenos Aires; Moravec, Passacaglia (world premiere); Mussorgsky (arr. Trio Solisti), Pictures at an Exhibition. This concert commemorates the 200th birthday of Mendelssohn. The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts 2700 F St. NW, Washington, DC

The opening night film for the 20th annual festival is "A Matter of Size," a story of sumo wrestling in Israel. The festival continues at various locations through Dec. 13. Embassy of France 4101 Reservoir Rd. NW, Washington, DC | 202-777-3231

Neo-soul crooner doesn't stick to formulas on his invigorating R&B/funk tunes. Black Cat 1811 14th St. NW, Washington, DC | 202-299-0800

The audience will be invited to join the chorus, orchestra and the great organs of the basilica in singing beloved carols. National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception 400 Michigan Ave. NE, Washington, DC | 202-526-8300