Illustration of Santa arriving on a red sleigh pulled by reindeer in a snowy village square as children cheer (Barstow Community College Festival of Lights and Learning)

Barstow Community College Festival of Lights and Learning

Visitors can see the festive lights and shop from more than 30 vendors offering their wares. Live entertainment runs throughout the gathering, featuring performances by Studio M Dance company, Joe Cruz, and several local choirs. Musical ensemble Raggle Taggle also performs an eclectic mix of holiday songs from around the world, including Celtic, jazz, Hanukkah, and traditional Christmas music.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

No admission charged; $1 for a photo with Santa Claus.

Hours

4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Ages

All ages (children under 5 not admitted to Holiday Choral Concert)

Going?

Location

Parks Gymnasium · 2700 Barstow Road, Barstow, CA 92311 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and fans of community holiday music

Vibe

Festive and community-focused

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Tips & Advice

  • Bring a little cash for a photo with Santa Claus, which costs a small fee even though entry to the festival is free.
  • Stay through the evening to catch several acts, because the entertainment runs all evening, from Raggle Taggle to local choirs and the Studio M Dance company.
  • Come ready to shop, since more than 30 vendors sell their wares inside the Parks Gymnasium during the festival.
  • Make a week of it with the BCC Concert Band, Holiday Choral Concert, Lightwire Theater and Jazz Band performances on campus over the following days.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Photos with Santa Claus for a small extra fee

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it good for kids?

Yes. Everyone, including children, is invited to see the lights and enjoy the festivities.

Who performs?

Raggle Taggle, a professional touring group from San Diego, plays holiday music from around the world, including Celtic songs, jazz, traditional Christmas, Hanukkah and Santa Claus tunes. Also performing are the Silver Valley High School Choir, Joyful Noise Children's Choir, the First Baptist Chi Alpha Choir, Sights & Sounds of Christmas Community Choir, the Studio M Dance company, Joe Cruz, and the BCC College Choir and Chamber Singers.

Is there shopping?

Yes. More than 30 vendors sell their wares in the Parks Gymnasium.

Can we get photos with Santa?

Yes. Photos with Santa Claus cost a small fee, but there's no charge to get into the festival.

Are there other holiday events on campus that week?

Yes. The BCC Concert Band and BCC Jazz Band each give a Winter Concert, and the Music Department presents its Holiday Choral Concert. Lightwire Theater also stages 'A Very Electric Christmas' in the Performing Arts Center.

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