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Carols by Candlelight

Friday, December 6 | 4:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Welcome to Carols by Candlelight!

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Or visit the Piazza (South Lot). Meals & Snacks to fit any budget or preference!

The Piazza | Schedule of Events

5:10 PM – Christmas Tree Lighting
A family fun countdown to kick off festivities!

5:15 PM – Carols for Little Children 
Simple telling of the Christmas Story and Carols.

7:00 pm – Carols by Candlelight 
Sing-along to carols and hear the Christmas Story. Accompanied by The Bishop’s Sip.

7:30 – 8:30 pm The Bishop’s Sip Concert
Live Christmas music for all ages to enjoy!

Activities by Location

Building "A"

1. Reindeer-Games [A-100]
Holiday themed games for kids & families in the Auditorium.

2. Model Train & Christmas Village [A-101]
A lit-up Christmas village with a model train to spark the imagination.

3. A Charlie Brown Christmas [A-105]
Watch this classic any time you need a rest!

4. Global Christmas Market [Tent]
Purchase handmade items from mission partners around the world.

5. Petting Zoo [Small Lawn]
Four-footed friends for viewing and petting.

Building "B"

6. Live Nativity [Building B North]
Sing sacred carols, view and interact with Mary, Joseph and the shepherds.

7. Holiday Karaoke [B-100]
Sing along to menu of holiday hits! Ping-Pong & Foosball also available for fun!

8. Classic Christmas Tales [B-103]
Drop in and hear readings of classic books. Readings end at 6:45 pm.  

9. Nativity Room [B-105]
Featuring nativity sets from our community.

10. Preschool Playground [Building B South]
Available for all families.

LEVEL 2

11. Christmas Crafts [B-203]*
Make simple Christmas crafts to take home. Closes at 6:45 pm.

12. Christmas Bingo [B-202]
Themed Bingo games, candy & prizes! Games end at 6:45 pm/

13. Christmas Chill-Out Room [B-201]
For adults 18+ to take a break on comfy couches, piano tunes & some hot tea.

West Lot

14. Pony Rides [West Lot]*
Young children (50 lbs Max Limit)

15. Camel Rides [West Lot]*
For all ages (250 lbs Max Limit – Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult).

  • Line entrances located on the large lawn.

Building "C"

LEVEL 1

16. Rotating Performance Artists [Chapel]
Choir performances and music ensembles

17. Christmas Brick Land [C-204]
Miniature Lego holiday scene and Lego play!

LEVEL 2

18. North Pole Dessert Lounge [C-205B]
Take a break and purchase a sweet treat or roast a marshmallow as you overlook the event from the second-floor deck.

Story Caffe, Hot Cider Stations, First-Aid & More

Story Caffe [Building C – Level 1]
Hot drinks & snacks available for purchase.

Hot Cider Stations [Various Locations]
Enjoy free hot apple cider throughout the night!

First-Aid [Building A | A-106]
Our safety and medical team on hand to tend injuries / reunite lost children with parents.

Photo Stations [Outside Buildings A & B]
Dedicated locations and backdrops for your family photo.

Concessions & Food Trucks
Meals & snacks to fit any budget or preference.

Global Christmas Market
Purchase handmade items from mission partners around the world.

Nursing Moms [Building A | A-104]
Room available throughout the night.

Restrooms [Building C – Level 1]
Building A Level 1
Building B Level  1 (B-100) & Level 2
Building C at the Story Caffe and Level 2

Children 3rd grade and below MUST be accompanied by an adult at all times.