Swedish Christmas and St. Lucia Festival

CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS SWEDISH STYLE

The Swedish American Children's Choir presents the 27th annual Swedish Christmas and St. Lucia Festival on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025 at 2 p.m. The festival will take place at Bethany Lutheran Church, 8 S. Lincoln St. in Batavia and feature music by the choir directed by Marguerite Karl with special guests Swedish Folk and Emma Foelske-Hess, piano.

Also featured are Margaret Lekander, Violinist, and Julia Lekander, Flute. This year's St. Lucia, Queen of Light, is Kora Cahill.

Following the concert, a Swedish Christmas Sweet Table will be served and Jul Tomte-Swedish Santa will visit with the children. Also available for purchase will be Swedish Bakery goods.

The Swedish American Children's Choir is the largest choir of its kind in the Midwest. In their 27th year, they have performed at numerous venues in the tri state area. Proceeds from the concert will benefit the choir tour fund.

Tickets are by reservation only and $17 for adults and $8 for children 6-12 years old. Call the choir office for Tickets 630-414-9700.