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Since 1982, our annual Caroling at the Carillon is a great way to kick-off the holiday season! Gather around a roaring bonfire and sing Christmas Carols accompanied by the beautiful music of the Carillon. The “Trinity Wind Ensemble” under the direction of Jan Zepp will be present again to provide us with interludes during the caroling. Erin Zepp will be the MC again! Caroling will be between 4pm and 4:50pm.
In 2022 we added our very first Jingle Bells Spectacular! The Spectacular added kid friendly activities and crafts, photo ops, Santa and various other entertainment throughout the event. Complimentary snacks and drinks including apple cider and apple cider doughnuts courtesy of the Apple Barn, with cookies and hot chocolate, courtesy of Meijer.
The Jingle Bell Spectacular starts at 3pm, Caroling at 4pm to 4:50pm, and lighting up our Christmas Tree at 5:20pm.
As usual this is a FREE family-friendly event. Donations will be accepted and are always appreciated.