Christmas for the City FAQs
What is Christmas for the City?
A Christmas Party for the city that highlights the deepest values of people loving people.
It is an unpredictable Christmas Celebration that ties in the various forms of arts: visual art (such as drawing, painting and crafts); performing art (such as dance and music).
It is organic in that it strives to build authentic community through the beauty of serving, by making space for deeply felt personal and family moments, and by honoring those organizations that strive to better the community, all while providing an atmosphere of festive Christmas fun.
What can I expect?
A Christmas Party. Celebrating with the community. Celebrating the beauty of the community as expressed through a very simple approach: "Love God, Love People."
Meaningful Moments and Conversations. Celebrating the deeper truths found in being a part of a community.
Where/when is it?
📍Benton Convention Center, 301 West Fifth Street, Winston-Salem, NC
Who organizes Christmas for the City?
Christmas for the City is sponsored by Love Out Loud, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
The event itself is planned by a team of creatives, community members, church leaders, and organizations who meet throughout the year to pray, dream, brainstorm, and plan.
How much does it cost/where can I get tickets?
The entire event is free and does not require tickets – all are welcome!
Will I be there the entire five hours?
It is an open house with no time requirement. You can take as long as you would like to enjoy the experience.
Where can I park?
Closest parking is in the Cherry Street garage at the corner of 6th and Cherry. Enter from either street.
You can also park in the parking deck attached to the Embassy Suites. Enter from either Cherry or Marshall Streets between 4th and 5th Streets.
There is street parking on the blocks around the Benton and Embassy Suites.
For a list of downtown parking garages, click HERE.
There is not a designated parking area for buses.
Where do I enter the Benton?
If walking in, enter on Cherry St between 5th and 6th St or on 5th St between Cherry and Marshall.
If parking in the Cherry St garage, walk across the pedestrian bridge on the 3rd floor.
Will the event be handicap accessible for those with disabilities?
The entire site will accommodate guests with disabilities.
Will it require walking or standing?
There will be a lot of walking with options to sit and rest.
Will you provide food and drinks?
Complimentary seasonal beverages and light refreshments are provided throughout the building. We encourage you to dine at one of our downtown restaurants: click HERE for a list of restaurants.
Will you provide childcare?
Childcare will not be provided, as we encourage everyone to share in this experience as a family.
Are baby strollers permitted?
Yes.
What should I wear?
Please make sure you are comfortable. Casual, warm, and festive attire is suggested.
Will there be assistance for the hearing impaired?
Deaf Interpretation will be available upon request. Please see a host at the main entrance and you will be connected with an interpreter.
Will there be Spanish interpretation?
Yes. An interpreter is available upon request. Please see a host at the main entrance.
How do I find out whether or not the event is still taking place in the case of inclement weather?
Check the Christmas for the City homepage (www.christmasforthecity.com).
How can I get involved?
There are lots of volunteer opportunities to serve before and during Christmas for the City! Visit our volunteer page.