Candlelight Carol Festival

This longstanding tradition at The Riverside Church has become an essential part of Christmas in New York City. This service of music and light combines carillon, organ, harp, and all of the choirs of The Riverside Church, culminating in a ritual sharing of candlelight illuminating the Nave. Musical prelude begins at 3:00 PM.

After the Candlelight Festival, join us for a festive buffet dinner with beer and wine in Assembly Hall, where proceeds from the evening will support Riverside’s mission and programs.

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DATE, TIME, & LOCATION

Sunday, December 13, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Prelude music begins at 3:00 PM.

Doors open at 2:30 PM.

The Riverside Church in the City of New York

490 Riverside Drive

New York, NY 10027

PRESALE TICKET PRICES

CONCERT ONLY

Adult: $45

Senior/Student: $35

Livestream: $20

Children 1 and under are free as long as they can sit on a lap.

CONCERT & DINNER

Event + Dinner: $125

DINNER ONLY

Dinner Only: $100

Presale pricing ends Tuesday, December 1, 2026.

Ticket prices listed above include fees. For ticketing questions or problems please email rsvptrt@trcnyc.org

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