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Announcing the 48th Annual Carols by Candlelight!The spirit of Christmas returns to downtown Provo as Provo Community Congregational United Church of Christ and the Utah Valley Interfaith Choir host the 48th Annual Carols by Candlelight, December 13 and 14, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. This cherished holiday tradition tells the story of Jesus Christ through scripture, music, reflection, and dance, bringing the community together for two meaningful evenings of celebration.
This year’s event features internationally acclaimed recording artist Jennifer Marco, whose remarkable career includes appearances on nearly 900 recording projects. Marco has shared the stage or recording studio with celebrated artists including Donny and Marie Osmond, Bobby McFerrin, Tim McGraw, Brad Paisley, OneRepublic, Brandon Lake, and Kirk Franklin. Known for her powerful voice and uplifting performances, Marco brings an exciting addition to this year’s celebration.
Joining Marco will be the Utah Valley Interfaith Choir, under the direction of David Lewis and M. Ryan Taylor. Founded in 2014, the all-volunteer choir brings together singers from diverse backgrounds who share a love of music, faith, and community. The program will also feature the Light of the Valley Children’s Choir, directed by Teresa Dickson, whose young singers bring a special joy and energy to the Christmas season. Completing the lineup is the Desert Goddess Dance Company, a longtime Utah Valley performing arts organization known for its expressive Middle Eastern fusion dance.
Together, these performers will help bring the Christmas story to life, weaving scripture, traditional and contemporary music, thoughtful reflections, and expressive dance into a moving celebration of the birth of Christ.
Guests are also invited to enjoy a display of more than 120 crèches (nativity scenes), representing artistic and cultural interpretations of the birth of Jesus from around the world. These displays provide an opportunity for visitors to reflect on the meaning of Christmas while appreciating the beauty and diversity of nativity traditions. Refreshments will also be served, providing an opportunity for fellowship and community connection.
For nearly five decades, Carols by Candlelight has been a treasured part of the Christmas season in Utah Valley, welcoming families, friends, and neighbors of all backgrounds to gather in the historic church in downtown Provo. The celebration continues its tradition of making the arts and the Christmas story accessible to the entire community.
The 48th Annual Carols by Candlelight will take place on Sunday, December 13, and Monday, December 14, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at Provo Community Congregational United Church of Christ, located at 175 North University Avenue in downtown Provo. Tickets are $5 per person and will be available beginning November 23, 2026, at provocommunityucc.org.
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