North Carolina Wesleyan University (NCWU) will host its 19th annual Lighting of Wesleyan on Tuesday, November 19 from 6-8 p.m. on the Southern Bank Green. This free community event includes Christmas crafts, s’mores, hayrides, Christmas inflatables, a meet-and-greet with Santa, hot beverages, concessions, live music, and more!

Take a stroll through the University commons and enjoy a large collection of Christmas lights, inflatables and luminaries that line the campus sidewalks. Hayrides will begin and end at the clock in the center of campus. Guests will have an opportunity to be dropped off at the front of campus to view the lit, 12-foot Christmas tree and wander through the front lawn luminaries and Christmas inflatables. On the Southern Bank Green, behind the Braswell Administration Building, there will be a live manger scene and performances of Christmas favorites by The Wesleyan Singers. In addition, local Meredith Davis will perform several songs live. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase by women’s soccer and volleyball to help support their athletic programs. Also, be sure to stick around for a surprise visit as Santa and his elf make their grand entrance on a fire truck. Other characters will be mingling with the crowd as well.

This family-friendly event is open to children of all ages. Come out and experience NC Wesleyan’s beautiful campus while kicking off the Christmas season!