Good morning, Corpus Christi.

Coastal Bend's icey holiday event returns with DJs for late-night skates, sensory safe hours, Santa visits, holiday shopping & a give-back day planned for the community.

The event offers festive fun for all ages and is set to brighten the season.

H-E-B's eighth annual Christmas tree lighting took place yesterday at Water's Edge Park as residents enjoyed live music, food trucks and local vendors while the 66-foot tree was illuminated.

Caller-Times has released a retrospective collection of Dec.

7 front-page photos from the past 20 years, featuring moments such as a Pearl Harbor survivor and George H.W. Bush’s funeral, which capture significant milestones for Corpus Christi readers + evoke rich local history.

Python for Scientists Training Class

N/A — December 8-12 — Contractors Safety Council of the Coastal Bend, Inc. — $2250 — Gain hands-on Python programming skills for scientific applications.

Open Mic Night

6:30-9:30 p.m. — House of Rock — Free entry — A night of music, comedy, and creativity for performers and audiences alike.

Teenage BottleRocket with Fea Band Rodeo Boys

6-7:30 p.m. — House of Rock — $24.65 — Experience the energetic rock sounds of Teenage BottleRocket and their special guests.

Chiodos Concert

5:30-9 p.m. — Concrete Street Amphitheater — GA Tickets from $37 — Experience a night of energetic music from Chiodos in a lively outdoor venue.

Dance Scene In The Dark

9-11 p.m. — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No cover — Experience a high-energy performance of eclectic hits from Rock to R&B in a vibrant atmosphere.

Upon A Burning Body Concert

6-7:30 p.m. — House of Rock — $30.15 to $31.65 — Experience a night of intense performances featuring Upon A Burning Body and more.

Benefit Concert for Jesse “Sacs” Gomez

5-11 p.m. — House of Rock — $11.15 to $53.15 — A heartfelt gathering to support a local music legend battling cancer.

Open Mic Night at House of Rock

6:30-9:30 p.m. — House of Rock — Free entry — Experience a night of diverse performances including music, comedy, and creativity in a welcoming atmosphere.

David's 1st Annual Neon Christmas

7:00 – 9:30 PM — Brewster Street Icehouse - Downtown — $15 — Experience a Honky Tonk Christmas Party and Concert with special guest Mark Berry.

Ice Hockey Match: Corpus Christi IceRays vs. Oklahoma Warriors

7:05-8:35 p.m. — Hilliard Center — Tickets from $10, Kids 12 and under free — Watch the local IceRays battle it out on the ice in an exciting match-up.