Join us for the 21st Annual Lighting of the Green on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 in Allen Arena.
For the last 20 years, Amy Grant has graciously hosted this special event, bringing her music and inviting talented artists to help us usher in the Christmas season. This year Amy has a scheduling conflict. So, we are excited to announce that we have invited one of Amy’s favorite musical friends — Ellie Holcomb, a beloved singer/songwriter and best-selling author who absolutely LOVES Christmas! — to host Lighting of the Green 2025 in her place. Holcomb has been a part of Lighting of the Green in the past and we look forward to welcoming her back along with some special guests to carry on this wonderful tradition this December!
Festivities begin at 4 p.m. with the FREE concert to follow at 6 p.m. This year, Lighting of the Green will take place inside Allen Arena, bringing all of the festivities under one roof due to maintenance needs on the green. But we will return outside next year! Seating will be first come, first served. For those unable to attend the event, join us virtually by live streaming the event. Watch the live stream here.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase from Lipscomb Dining Services in the concession stands in Allen Arena and in Lipscomb’s Bennett Campus Center.
Merry Marketplace
Merry Marketplace, a collection of holiday vendors who donate a portion of their proceeds to benefit Associated Women for Lipscomb scholarships to Lipscomb, is also a traditional feature of Lighting of the Green festivities. The Marketplace will take place in the North Lobby of Allen Arena on the Gold Level Concourse beginning at 4 p.m. If you are a vendor interested in participating in Merry Marketplace, please contact the Alumni Office at alumni [at] lipscomb.edu (alumni[at]lipscomb[dot]edu) to secure your vendor booth.
Pictures with Santa
Free pictures with Santa begin at 4:30 p.m. The evening will conclude with the lighting of the green.
