Lawry's The Prime Rib is partnering with the Goodman Theatre for a Dickensian evening. Kick off with a cocktail hour and then enjoy a pre-theater Dickens-themed dinner before jaunting over to the Goodman to take in a performance of “A Christmas Carol.” If you don't eat steak, fish and vegetable alternatives will be available. $130, $98 ages 12 and younger (prices include gratuity and tax), 4 p.m. Sunday at Lawry's, 100 E. Ontario St., 312-787-5000, www.lawrysonline.com/lawrys-primerib/chicago

The Magnificent Mile Lights Festival kicks off its 25th anniversary this year. If you're joining the festivities, stop by any of three Argo Tea locations along the route to snag a (buy one, get one) free, chest-warming sipper in the form of the White FrosTea. Made with steamed milk, white chocolate, mint and white tea, it goes beyond basic hot chocolate. Saturday at Argo Tea. For participating locations, visit argotea.com/apps/store-locator.