Thanksgiving is over, and we've gone full December holiday mode, my fellow desert dwellers.

From tree lightings to holiday parades to a special localized version of "The Nutcracker," there's no escaping the festive spirit this week.

Here are The Desert Sun's picks for the top 10 events to check out Monday, Dec. 1 through Sunday, Dec. 7 in the Coachella Valley and surrounding communities. (And if you’d like to submit an upcoming event of your own for a future roundup, see the bottom of this article for directions.)

Our team of savvy editors independently handpicks all recommendations. If you purchase through our links, the USA Today Network may earn a commission. Prices were accurate at the time of publication but may change.

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