4th Annual Winter Solstice & Holiday Sing-Along 2026
Participants gather in the Parish Hall around a 1924 Steinway piano to sing seasonal Winter Solstice, Hanukkah, and Christmas favorites guided by song leaders and guest soloists. The gathering includes refreshments such as cookies, chocolate, and nog, alongside door prizes. Guests wearing festive knitwear can also take part in an ugly sweater contest with categories for kids and adults.
Sun, Dec 20, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Food & Drink
Refreshments include cookies, chocolate, and nog.
Accessibility
The parish hall is fully accessible.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Reserve tickets early because Parish Hall capacity is limited to 95 attendees, keeping this gathering small.
- Wear an ugly holiday sweater to be automatically entered in the adult or kid contest.
- Bring children of any age; the event welcomes both small children and serious young musicians.
- No singing experience is needed; follow the song leaders and sing along at whatever level feels comfortable.
- Use the fully accessible Parish Hall if anyone in your group has accessibility needs; the organizer describes it as inclusive.
Special Events & Promotions
- Door prizes are offered.
- Wearing an ugly holiday sweater enters guests in the contest, with separate adult and child winners.
Links & Contact
Run by Calliope: East Bay Music & Arts
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can children and people who are unsure about singing join in?
Yes. Children are welcome, and song leaders help everyone sing along, whether or not they feel confident about their singing.
Is the hall accessible?
The Parish Hall is fully accessible and described as an inclusive, welcoming space.
What happens at the ugly sweater contest?
Wear an ugly holiday sweater to enter automatically; there are separate winners for adults and children.
What refreshments are available?
Refreshments include cookies, chocolate and nog.
Are there other activities besides singing?
The gathering includes guest soloists and door prizes, along with seasonal songs for Winter Solstice, Hanukkah and Christmas.
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