Hodges Park | Christmas Eve | 7:30 PM
Join us for a heartwarming evening of music and community at the 2nd annual Park Ridge Christmas Eve Carol Sing! Inspired by a cherished tradition from Basking Ridge New Jersey, brings joy and togetherness for residents of all ages.
Gather with family and friends, don your festive hats, and enjoy hot cocoa as we sing beloved carols under the stars. Let’s create memories and celebrate the spirit of Christmas together!
Park Ridge Christmas Eve Sing
Last year over 200 Park Ridge residents convened at City Hall on Christmas Eve to share the joy of the holiday with family, friends, neighbors and community members while singing carols.
Members of the community were quoted in Journal and Topics as saying:
"I'm grateful. Being able to spend a little bit of time on this day with my neighbors meant a lot to me."
-Jackie Mathews, Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce Executive Director
"It really was a wonderful event, and a great testament to the great people in Park Ridge."
-Marty Maloney, Park Ridge Mayor
"I'm thrilled. I think my favorite part was seeing so many people walk up and wanting to share the experience together and seeing everyone with families, and running into old friends and neighbors, and being festive together. I think it's just a joyful event, and I'm thrilled everyone got to enjoy it."
-Allison Troy, Park Ridge Resident
"I liked the [Christmas Sing] because I got to see a lot of my relatives, and so many people coming together for the same reason and everyone working hard and everybody just singing and having fun and helping out too."
-Tommy Troy, 3rd Grade Student at Roosevelt
A grassroots initiative inspired by a local Park Ridge Resident
The Park Ridge Christmas Eve Song Sing began with a heartfelt desire to recreate a beloved tradition from Basking Ridge, New Jersey. A local resident, who grew up attending the festive carol sing in her hometown, wanted to share that joy with her community. Inspired by the connections made through song and shared experiences, she envisioned an event where families and friends could come together in celebration. With this vision in mind, the inaugural Christmas Eve Sing was organized, bringing the spirit of Christmas to Park Ridge and fostering a sense of unity among its residents.
A Century of Tradition
The Basking Ridge Christmas Eve Carol Sing is a cherished tradition that began in 1924. What started with Ray Moffet and John Carswell driving around town in a Chevy truck has blossomed into a heartwarming community event held in the town center since 1927. With the addition of a volunteer brass band in 1932, participants joyfully sing along to nine classic carols. Today, this magical evening draws hundreds to thousands of local residents, celebrating a century of holiday spirit together. To read about the full history of the Basking Ridge Christmas Eve Carol Sing, please click here.
A Volunteer Brass Band
Since 1932, the Basking Ridge Carol Sing has enlisted local community members to participate in a volunteer brass brand and lead attendees through the sing. The arrangements by G. E. Holmes, which have been published by Hal Leonard since the 1940s, include parts for:
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Trumpet
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Trombone
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French Horn
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Tuba
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Oboe
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Clarinet
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Flute
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Tenor Sax
We are looking for community brass musicians to participate in the brass band. If you are interested, please complete the Volunteer Brass Band Sign-Up Form. Details will be shared on December 23rd.
Sing with Us: Spread Joy and Harmony
Let's make sure all Park Ridge residents know about this exciting Christmas Eve event happening in our community. The more people we reach, the merrier the festive spirit will be!
Join us in spreading the word to all Park Ridge residents! We want to connect with those who may be looking for festive plans this Christmas Eve, especially individuals who might not have friends or family nearby. Let’s ensure everyone has the chance to experience the joy and warmth of the season together. Your help in sharing this message can make a meaningful difference!
Volunteer with us
Join us in making a difference! If you're interested in sharing your musical or artistic talents with our community on Christmas Eve, please let us know! The more the merrier!
Songs and Song Sheet
Participants will be led through the
following 9 songs:
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O Come All Ye Faithful
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Hark the Herald Angel Sing
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It Came Upon a Midnight Clear
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The First Noel
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Silent Night
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O Little Town of Bethlehem
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Deck the Halls
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We Three Kings
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Joy to the World
Park Ridge Christmas Sing Song Sheet
Download your song sheet now and practice with your family! Please kindly consider bringing song sheets for you and your guests to the event.
