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Cape May Christmas Tree Lighting at Congress Hall 2022
Here are more fun Christmas activities in Cape May, New Jersey.
- As of November 10, 2022, these are the details that have been released about this Christmas Tree Lighting.
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Head to Congress Hall’s Grand Lawn to usher in the spirit of the holidays with the Tree Lighting Ceremony. Enjoy live music from the Festival Choir as you wait in anticipation. Then, count down together and throw the switch, illuminating our gorgeous 30-foot Tannenbaum.
When is the Cape May Christmas Tree Lighting?
December 2, 2022 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
When is the raindate?
No rain date information has been provided.
Will Santa be at the Christmas Tree Lighting in Cape May?
No Santa is not expected to make an appearance at the Christmas Tree Lighting.
Is the event indoors or outdoors?
OutdoorIs registration required?
Yes and No
Tree Lighting Activities
- Live music
- Concert and sing along
- Tree lighting
Entertainment Schedule
- 6:00pm – Live Music on the Congress Hall Lawn
- We’ll kick off the evening with live music, featuring the talents of the Don Evans Trio, the HoneyHawks and the Cape May All-Star Jazz Quintet.
- We’ll kick off the evening with live music, featuring the talents of the Don Evans Trio, the HoneyHawks and the Cape May All-Star Jazz Quintet.
- 7:30pm – Concert and Sing-Along with the Congress Hall Festival Choir
- Who doesn’t love a holiday sing-along? The Congress Hall Festival choir will take the stage to lead the crowd in festive song.
- Who doesn’t love a holiday sing-along? The Congress Hall Festival choir will take the stage to lead the crowd in festive song.
- 8:00pm – Tree Lighting Ceremony Begins
- After the sing-along, count down together and throw the switch!
What is the admission price?
This event is being organized and hosted by
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Where is this Christmas Tree Lighting happening?
This event is happening at
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