@ Ashkenaz, 1317 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley. The highly rated all women “compact big band” will perform. 8pm. http://www.ashkenaz.com

@ Zellerbach Hall, 101 Zellerbach Hall, #4800, Berkeley. Cal Performances presents folk-rock pioneer Lucinda Williams appearing with the iconoclast saxophonist and NEA Jazz Master Charles Lloyd who is celebrating his 80th year. 8pm. http://calperformances.org

@ Freight & Salvage, 2020 Addison Street, Berkeley. Self described “country noir” singer-songwriter Mary Gauthier brings her emotionally complex songs to The Freight. 8pm. http://www.thefreight.org

@ Lookout, 3600 16th Street. Hosted by Sister Roma and Honey Mahogany, the event brings together former contestants who will vie for the title “Drag Race Xmas Queen.” 5pm. http://www.lookoutsf.com

@ Lyft Headquarters, 180 Berry Street. Equality Federation hosts a mixer for LGBTQ tech professionals, artists, nonprofit leaders and more. 6-8:45pm. http://www.equalityfederation.org

@ Lyft Headquarters, 180 Berry Street. Equality Federation hosts a mixer for LGBTQ tech professionals, artists, nonprofit leaders and more. 6-8:45pm. http://www.equalityfederation.org

@ Spark Arts, 4229 18th Street. Sponsored by Art Saves Lives, artist Mike Pierce will be showing his scarves and other wearable silk creations as part of a larger show. 6:30-9pm. http://www.artsaveslivesfoundation.org

@ Spark Arts, 4229 18th Street. Sponsored by Art Saves Lives, artist Mike Pierce will be showing his scarves and other wearable silk creations as part of a larger show. 6:30-9pm. https://bit.ly/2Q8UnlY