

Saturday, December 2nd3pm – 8pm
Kick off the holiday season with a German Christmas Experience!There will be hands on activities for kids. Start your holiday shopping at our handcrafted vendors. Savor authentic German food from the German Food Station truck. Visit with Santa. Experience the journey to Bethlehem. Bid on amazing items at the silent auction. Enjoy live performances and entertainment. Please check the schedule below for details on times.We can’t wait to share this event with you!

3:00pm – 3:30pm • Laura Carson Dance3:30pm – 4:00pm • German Kids’ Games4:00pm – 5:15pm • Tom Crisp – Square Dance & Line Dance5:30pm – 5:45pm • Creation School Kids Perform6:00pm – 6:30pm • Fibsh – Youth Rock Band with Feagin’s Fretboard6:30pm – 7:00pm • German Kids’ Games7:00pm – 7:30pm • Luft Bassoons – A Bassoon Trio

3:30pm – 4:30pm • Peter Kron Musik – German American Music Variety4:30pm – 5:30pm • Desert Crown Carolers5:30pm – 6:30pm • Peter Kron Musik – German American Music Variety7:00pm – 7:30pm • Peter Kron Musik – German American Music Variety

We have a variety of handcrafted and unique vendors for your shopping pleasure. From candles to wreaths; t-shirts to gnomes and everything in between. There’s something for everyone – come check it out!
Please enjoy shopping from 3pm – 8pm.

You are invited on an amazing Journey to Bethlehem. Trace Mary and Joseph’s steps as they embark on a journey of a lifetime. Tour guides will escort you back in time to witness the greatest story every told! The tour concludes with a special tree lighting in our courtyard. Tours leave every 30 minutes beginning at 5:00pm. TOUR TIMES5:00pm5:30pm6:00pm6:30pm7:00pm7:30pm

After the tree lighting, travel through the path of candy canes to the Hot Cocoa Stop. Enjoy some free warm, yummy goodness with whipped cream and marshmallows!

Santa is traveling all the way to Vail, Arizona to chat with boys and girls before Christmas.Visit with him, take pictures and make memories while he is here. SANTA TIMES3:30pm – 5:30pm6:30pm – 7:30pm

Head over to the Silent Auction located in the lobby of the Sanctuary. This is where you will find many exciting treasures! Place your bid and check back often to make sure you aren’t outbid.The auction closes at 7:00pm sharp!SILENT AUCTION HOURS3:00PM – 7:00PM

Wir sehen uns dort!

