A Festival of Lessons and Carols

Each year, Elmhurst University hosts a telling of the story of Christmas in a blend of readings and musical performances.

2024 Festival Information

The 2024 edition of the Festival of Lessons and Carols will be held Friday, December 6, 2024, one at 4:00 p.m. and the second, which will be livestreamed, at 7:00 p.m., in the Hammerschmidt Memorial Chapel. Thank you to everyone who will be joining us, and to our Bluejay performers who will bring out the magic of the season.

2024’s livestream can be viewed by clicking on the link below.

Livestream

Our Bluejay TV livestream of the 2023 concert is available for on-demand viewing below.

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May is AAPI Heritage Month! A time to recognize and celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. We're proud to honor the voices and traditions that help shape who we are. Student groups like the Asian Club of Elmhurst are hosting events all month long– join in and celebrate with us!