Candlelight Processional & Tree Lighting
Participants gather to receive candles and holiday songbooks before walking down Main Street. Santa and Mrs. Claus lead the procession in a horse-drawn carriage to Hopkins Green. The gathering features caroling and culminates in the lighting of the community tree.
Fri, Nov 27, 2026 All ages Free of charge.
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
Lineup begins at 5:15 p.m.; the Processional starts at 5:30 p.m.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Get to the Main Street entrance of Oak Grove Cemetery at lineup time so you can collect a candle and songbook before the Processional sets off.
- Dress warmly, since you'll be walking down Main Street and then standing on Hopkins Green for caroling on a late-November evening.
- Allow about an hour and 45 minutes to walk with the Processional, sing at Hopkins Green and see the community tree lit.
- Bring the whole family along, since the Processional is family-friendly, open to all and free of charge.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to bring my own candle?
No. Candles and holiday songbooks are handed out at the lineup at the Main Street entrance to Oak Grove Cemetery.
Who leads the Processional?
Santa and Mrs. Claus lead the walk down Main Street in a horse-drawn carriage provided by the Lexington Carriage Company.
Where does the walk end?
At Hopkins Green, where the caroling continues and the community tree is lit to usher in the holiday season.
Can anyone join in?
Yes. The Processional is family-friendly, open to all and free of charge.
How long should I allow?
Plan on about an hour and 45 minutes from the lineup through the tree lighting.
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