{"id":115005,"date":"2022-12-03T20:34:44","date_gmt":"2022-12-04T01:34:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=115005"},"modified":"2022-12-03T20:34:44","modified_gmt":"2022-12-04T01:34:44","slug":"nazareth-area-chamber-to-host-nazareth-tree-lighting-ceremony-christmas-in-nazareth-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=115005","title":{"rendered":"Nazareth Area Chamber to Host Nazareth Tree Lighting Ceremony & Christmas in Nazareth"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Nazareth Area Chamber of Commerce, a proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, is gearing up for a fun-filled holiday weekend in the Borough of Nazareth. \u201cWe are very excited for the Tree Lighting Ceremony and Christmas in Nazareth,\u201d commented Nicole Miles, manager of the Nazareth Area Chamber of Commerce. \u201cBringing together the Nazareth community for such a wonderful two-day event makes this time of year extra special. Lighting the tree with the help of All Things Brielle, DJ Reilly, our Chamber spokespeople, local officials, and Nazareth Moravian Church on their 275th<\/sup> Anniversary, and pulling together a fantastic community-wide Christmas in Nazareth celebration on Saturday really highlights the historical importance of Nazareth and the contemporary advantage of living here. We hope all Nazareth residents, as well as our neighbors throughout the Lehigh Valley, will come out to enjoy the numerous events and festivities on December 9th<\/sup> and 10th<\/sup>. \u00a0It is the perfect way to get fully into the holiday spirit.\u201d<\/p>\n

On Friday, December 9th<\/sup>, the Nazareth Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held in the Borough\u2019s Center Circle at 7 PM. The evening will feature performances by All Things Brielle and music by Reilly Entertainment Group, remarks from Elected Officials, holiday characters, a prayer from Pastor Derek French of Nazareth Moravian Church, and, of course, a surprise visit from Santa Claus & Mrs. Claus! After the ceremony, attendees will have the chance to take their photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus. The celebration will include complimentary hot chocolate, hand warmers, and giveaways for the kids. A limited number of each is available and items will be distributed on a first-come-first-serve basis. Prior to the start of the ceremony, Nazareth Center for the Arts invites you to the opening reception of their \u201cJOY\u201d Group Art Exhibit from 5 PM \u2013 7 PM, with an award ceremony at 6pm. Caroling groups will be filling the air with holiday cheer prior to the 7pm Tree Lighting, as well.<\/p>\n

The holidays are also about giving; therefore, attendees are asked to bring either canned food or boxed tissues to the Tree Lighting Ceremony for the Nazareth Area Food Bank, as part of the Pop-Up Food Drive organized by Troop 76.<\/p>\n

On Saturday, December 10th<\/sup>, Christmas in Nazareth will take place from 10 AM \u2013 3 PM. With the Elf Trail, vendors, performances, ice carving, holiday characters, and more \u2013 there is something for the entire family! There will be free parking on December 10th<\/sup> throughout town. In addition, a shuttle, sponsored by Easton Coach Company<\/a>, will drive attendees to five different stops throughout the Borough. \u00a0Memorial Library of Nazareth & Vicinity<\/a>, Moravian Historical Society<\/a>, Nazareth Center for the Arts<\/a>, Nazareth Moravian Church<\/a>, Nazareth Economic Development Corporation<\/a>\u2019s Farmers\u2019 Market on the Circle, Nazareth YMCA<\/a>, and Vigilance Hose Co. #1<\/a> will be hosting festive activities for guests to enjoy. A variety of student groups from the Nazareth Area School District<\/a> will also perform throughout the day at these locations. \u00a0Be sure to visit The Chamber’s tent in the YMCA Vendor Alley parking lot for giveaways for the kids! Stop by from 1 PM \u2013 3 PM to see the ice carver sponsored by Lehigh Valley Health Network<\/a>.<\/p>\n

As guests make their way throughout the Borough, they also have the chance to win prizes from local businesses and organizations involved with this year\u2019s Elf Trail presented in partnership with Truist<\/a>. The 2022 passport encourages visitors to find a hidden elf within fifteen participating businesses, many of whom offer an activity or special discount to Elf Trail hunters. \u00a0The Elf Trail will take place from 11:30 AM \u2013 3 PM. After getting every stop on their passport stamped, attendees can drop their completed passport through the mail slot of the Nazareth Area Chamber Office (18 S. Main St. Nazareth, PA 18064) to be entered to win prizes from local businesses.<\/p>\n

Lastly, the Grand Prize Drawing for the Nazareth Area Chamber\u2019s, Nazareth Economic Development Commission\u2019s<\/a>, & Nazareth Army & Navy\u2019s<\/a> Shop Small Sweepstakes<\/a> will take place at 1 PM.<\/p>\n

When: <\/strong>Please note these events will be held rain or shine.<\/p>\n