Christmas at the Cloister

Christmas at the Cloister

Experience Christmas at the Cloister, a cherished “Lessons and Carols” program held in the historic 1741 Meetinghouse at the Ephrata Cloister. The event will be held on Monday, December 7, and Tuesday, December 8, with two performances offered each evening at 6:00pm and 7:30pm.

This annual celebration will feature the story of Christmas as told through Scriptural readings, holiday music by the Ephrata Cloister Chorus, and carols for all to sing together. Guest musicians will also perform from the balcony. The evening will conclude with light refreshments including hot mulled cider, hot chocolate, and cookies in the Visitor Center auditorium.

Seating is limited, and advance tickets are required for entry. No tickets will be sold at the door. Tickets for Christmas at the Cloister will be available to purchase in advance online or in-person at the Visitor Center during open hours.

Admission to Christmas at the Cloister is $10/person and children ages 5 and under receive free admission. Seats for this gathering are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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