Skate into the most wonderful time of the year at La Salle’s Holiday Village

November 19, 2024

Take a break and celebrate with music, friends, food, and an actual ice-skating rink on campus!

La Salle's holiday village and Christmas tree lighting

For one magical night, Monday, Dec. 2, the La Salle community will be transported from 20th and Olney to a charming holiday village, created to spread holiday cheer and give the campus a much-needed end-of-semester break. All faiths and traditions are welcome and celebrated, and there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

Gather at the La Salle Student Union patio and first floor from 4:30 to 7 p.m. for a stress-free evening of holiday sights, sounds, tastes, and merry-making activities. We’ll light the Christmas tree at 5 p.m. sharp and then bask in the glow of the lights! Santa will be there, as well as lots of “elves” who will offer activities, food, and more.

Students make crafts at the Holiday Village

New this year is an exciting addition—an actual ice-skating rink! For skaters and non-skaters alike, there will be many activities such as holiday card writing, decorating ornaments, cookies, and ugly sweaters. Hannukah and Kwanzaa will also be represented, so miss don’t out.

This year, we’ll also provide free Bavarian pretzels and Poutine to pair nicely with hot cocoa.

The first 100 students who visit the village will receive a free holiday mug or beanie!

So don’t be naughty, and remember this date: Monday, Dec. 2, 4:30 to 7 p.m. with Christmas Tree lighting at 5 p.m., and Ho, Ho, Hurry there!

Students make crafts at the Holiday Village

 Activities include: 

  • Holiday Cocktail Cash Bar 
  • Ice Skating Rink on campusNew this year!   
  • Hot Cocoa Bar 
  • Free snacks—Bavarian pretzels and Poutine New this year!   
  • Mug or beanie giveaway  
  • Photos with Santa 
  • Holiday Card Writing 
  • Paper Snowflake Making  
  • Hanukkah and Kwanzaa Celebrations 
  • Ornament, Cookie, and Ugly T-Shirt Decorating