Get in the holiday spirit and mark your calendar for Lees-McRae Christmas: A Service of Music and Lessons on Monday, Dec. 3

This year, Lees-McRae will be celebrating Christmas like never before.

Open to the public, Lees-McRae Christmas: A Service of Music and Lessons on Monday, Dec. 3 is a free event that welcomes all for a night of music, singing, scripture, food, and holiday fun.

The evening will begin at 5 p.m. with a holiday-themed dinner in MacDonald Dining Hall for students, faculty, staff, and their families. Dinner for those without a college meal plan is $10 at the door and free for children age three and under.

Starting at 7 p.m., head over to Hayes Auditorium and Broyhill Theatre for fun games and favorite holiday tunes performed by the Lees-McRae Highlanders. With the help of several local pastors including Ted Henry, Michael McKee, Tee Gatewood, Alan Yawn, Feild Russell, and George Wright, guests can enjoy and are welcome to participate in a music and Christmas lesson service. The service will conclude with a lighting ceremony.

Following the service, visitors are invited to Evans Auditorium in the Cannon Student Center for cookies, hot chocolate, cider, and even more music that will put all in the holiday spirit.