Get out and do something this weekend in central Ohio, Dec. 12-15

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) - From annual holiday performances at the Ohio Theatre and Christmas light shows to the Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena, here are things to see and do this weekend in central Ohio.

BalletMet's "The Nutcracker"

Ohio Theatre, Dec. 12-28

• Join Clara and her journey through the magical Land of Snow and the courts of the Sugar Plum Fairy at the Ohio Theatre. The BalletMet's annual production has several shows through December. Tickets are on sale now.

Columbus Zoo Wildlights

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, through Jan. 5 from 5 to 10 p.m.

• View millions of LED zoo lights, animated musical light shows, holiday activities and much more at the Columbus Zoo. The annual Wildlights is included in regular zoo admission.

Blue Jackets vs. Capitals

Nationwide Arena, Dec. 12 at 7 p.m.

• The Blue Jackets face the Washington Capitals in a home game at Nationwide Arena.

Columbus Gay Men's Chorus Holiday Concert

Riffe Center, Davidson Theatre on Dec. 14 and 15

• Celebrate the holiday season watching the Columbus Gay Men’s Chorus in their concert, Light, Bright, and Gay.

Firefighters 4 Kids Toy Drive

CAS, Dec. 14 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Join NBC4 the Columbus Division of Fire, CME Federal Credit Union, Servpro, CAS, 97.9 WNCI and 93.3 The Bus to hold the 46th annual NBC4 Firefighters for Kids Toy Drive. Drop off new, unwrapped toys, gift cards and monetary donations to help make the holiday season special for local children.

CCS Pathway Express

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Dec. 14 from 3 to 6 p.m.

• Columbus City School students and their families explore STEM and Zoology with several fun activities planned.

Songs on Sullivant

2323 Sullivant Ave., Dec. 14 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

• The event is free with family festivities including gifts from Santa for kids, caroling, crafts, and much more.

Holiday Histories at Ohio History Center

Ohio History Center, Dec. 14 from 6 to 9 p.m.

• Celebrate Ohio’s winter traditions at the Ohio History Center for interactive experiences, cultural holiday traditions and stories.

Blue Jackets vs. Ducks

Nationwide Arena, Dec. 14 at 7 p.m.

• The Columbus Blue Jackets face the Anaheim Ducks at Nationwide Arena.

Jazz on the Mezz

Lincoln Theatre, Dec. 15 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

• Enjoy a two hour-long sets of distinctive jazz, full of songs that evoke the spirit and the roots of the genre.

Several winter events are also happening through the next couple of months from local tree lighting ceremonies to light shows and much more. Follow this link for additional holiday events.