The Carolina Opry Christmas Special, often called “The Christmas Show of the South,” will open its 39th season of spectacular and enchanting holiday performances on November 1. CalvinGilmore works for months to create an unf orgettable holiday experience, with his usual signature flair for production. Each year, the Christmas special brings stunning changes, beautifully blended with time­-honored tradition to create a family experience that is second to none as new talent mingles with acclaimed rotating artists and long-standing Opry favorites. Come see the Opry’s 35 Christmas trees, 75 wreaths, five miles of tree lighting wire, countless tree ornaments, and mounds of Christmas snow, all presided over by the stunning 30-foot tree with more than 25,000 lights. The Carolina Opry Theatre, 891 N. Kings Hwy. Various dates and times. $29+. (800) 843-6779, www.thecarolinaopry.com