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Thank you to our presenting sponsor, AC Cowboys!
Event Description
Join the Longwood Historic Society for a magical evening at Carols & Cocoa, Presented by AC Cowboys! This exclusive, ticketed event offers a rare opportunity to step inside some of Longwood's most beautiful historic buildings, decked out in their holiday finest. Starting at 4:00 PM, you and your small tour group will be led on a delightful walking tour through six architectural treasures, getting an intimate look at the history and charm that define our city. This is a perfect way to kick off the holiday season while supporting local preservation efforts.
Following your guided tour, your ticket grants you access to a festive, warm reception at the Longwood Historic Civic Center (135 W Church Ave). From 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM, you can warm up with hot cocoa (sponsored by the Rotary Club) and hot apple cider (sponsored by Cottage Gift Shop), paired with light snacks and desserts. Please note that this portion of the event is strictly limited to 150 people across five tour groups to ensure a quality experience. Check-in begins promptly at 3:45 PM at the Civic Center.
Your experience doesn't end there! At 5:30 PM, we invite all guests to join the community on Ronald Reagan Blvd (between Warren and Church Ave) for our annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. This inspiring event, featuring a Christmas Blessing and Unity Prayer by Pastor Tarman of Sanlando United Methodist, is free and open to the public—no ticket required. Stay and sing popular holiday carols as we officially usher in the spirit of Christmas!
Schedule Of Events
- 3:45 PM - Tour Check-In
- 4:00 PM - Walking Tour Groups Depart (Ticketed)
- 5:00 PM - Holiday Reception (Ticketed)
- 5:30 PM - Blessing, Tree Lighting Ceremony, and Singing Carols (Free, Open to the Public)
Location
The ticketed tour and reception are hosted at the Longwood Historic Civic Center, 135 W Church Ave, Longwood, 32750.
The public tree lighting and carols ceremony is located at the large tree at 300 N Ronald Reagan Blvd, Longwood, FL 32750.
Tour Stops
These are the tentative tour stops where we will enter the buildings. Subject to change.
- Longwood Village Inn
- Bradlee-McIntyre House Museum
- Clouser House
- Christ Episcopal Church
- Inside-Outside House
- Longwood Historic Civic Center
Tickets
For capacity and planning purposes, we are charging a small ticket price for adults this year. To keep it affordable for families, kids are free. Please reserve your spot by buying a ticket if you plan to attend. The open house walking tour and holiday reception are limited to the first 150 people to purchase tickets
The tree lighting ceremony, starting at sunset (around 5:30), is free and open to the public. No ticket is required to attend this portion. It will include the holiday blessing, tree lighting ceremony, and singing of carols.
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Event Location
Longwood Historic Civic Center
135 W Church Ave
Longwood, FL 32750 US
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