Smells like holiday spirit: Austin shows include Jinkx and DeLa, Latinxmas, Festivus party

Merry music is everywhere. Here are six opportunities for festive fun.

Dec. 9:-10: Graham Reynolds Ruins the Holidays at the Long Center

Happy holidays are for chumps. With this show, now in its fifth year, the acclaimed composer wreaks havoc on your holiday favorites. He wrings the merriment from joyous carols with raucous arrangements in minor keys. Reynolds will be joined by a 10-piece band that includes trombone heavy Andre Hayward and master accordionist Stefano Intelisano from Italy. $37. Info: thelongcenter.org.

Dec. 10: Blue Christmas Concert (and Festivus for the rest of us) at Opal Divine’s

The holiday bash in South Austin includes performances by Latina sister trio the Tiarras, Texas soul and R&B artist Sonya Jevette, and Barbara Nesbitt, Wendy Colonna, and Emily Shirley playing '60s and '70s hits as Sister Golden Hair. The party includes an open buffet, a costume contest for best blue denim holiday-themed look and a silent auction. The event benefits Herizon Music Foundation, Texchromosome and Girls Rock Austin, nonprofits that aim to build gender equity in the music industry. $15 suggested donation. Tickets available on Eventbrite.

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Dec. 11: Latinxmas! at Far Out Lounge

The Latin and cumbia music fest kicks off at 2 p.m. with a set from Onda Stereo, a tribute act that celebrates the music of Argentine rock en español band Soda Stereo. The roster includes Latin funk outfit Ex-Romantika, Selena tribute band Las Chicas en 512 and high energy Latin reggae/rock fusion group Mala Nota. Los Alcos stirs psychedelic grooves to close out the night. The event also will feature a vintage mall and special menus from onsite food trucks. $10. Info: thefaroutaustin.com.

Dec. 13: 'The Jinkx and Dela Holiday Show' at Paramount Theatre

Make your Christmas naughty not nice with cockle-warming classics like “A Gay in a Stranger” and “God’s Own Child,” the nativity version of “Baby, It’s Cold Outside.” Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme have been honing this show for a few years, but this one comes hot off the heels of Jinkx’s win on season 7 of reality competition show “RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars,” so expect the dysfunction bop “Passive Aggressive Christmas” to sparkle with regal flair. Technically sold out. Info: austintheatre.org.

Dec. 13: A Merry-Achi Christmas with Mariachi Sol de México de José Hernández

In his storied career, Hernández, a fifth-generation mariachi artist, has collaborated with everyone from Tejano sensation Selena to the Beach Boys. He considers himself an ambassador of mariachi music and has launched multiple initiatives to inspire a love of traditional Mexican music among the next generation. Trumpet in hand, he commands a tight-knit ensemble of a dozen players as they deliver the drama and romance of mariachi music to audiences around the world. $29-$49. Info: acl-live.com.

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Dec. 14: A Geraldine’s Christmas with Tje Austin and Midnight Snack

R&B singer Austin, a master baker and former contestant on the NBC singing show “The Voice,” spends months planning his yearly holiday shindig. To make this year’s show extra tasty, he’s bringing fellow crooner Miggy Milla and keyboardist Zach Morgan, members of his pop/R&B trio Midnight Snack. Expect a lively mix of traditional and pop Christmas classics with special guests and fun surprises along the way. Free; reservations recommended. 8 p.m. Info: geraldinesaustin.com.