Nelson University to Host 18th Annual Christmas at Nelson Celebration
WAXAHACHIE, Texas (Nov. 00, 2026) – Nelson University invites the community to kick off the Christmas season at Christmas at Nelson for a free, family-friendly celebration on Monday, November 30, starting at 6:30 p.m.
The evening will begin with a special lighting ceremony featuring Nelson University’s Christmas decorations. Guests from Nelson and the greater community will enjoy activities, live entertainment and opportunities to create lasting Christmas memories with family and friends.
This year’s Christmas at Nelson will feature:
- Campus Christmas lighting ceremony
- Live Christmas music performed by Nelson Worship and special guests
- Christmas ornament activity tent
- Photos with Santa
- Train rides and hayrides
- Petting zoo
- Inflatables for children
- Face painting and balloon artists
- Hot chocolate, movie theater-style popcorn, mini doughnuts, Christmas cookies, and a variety of Food vendors
- Fire truck display
- Library bookmark and coloring activities
- FirstLook Pregnancy Center sponsored Christmas card craft
Guests are also encouraged to participate in a community Toy Drive by bringing a new, unwrapped toy. During the event, donated gifts can be wrapped on-site before they are collected and distributed through local community partners to children and families in need throughout the area.
The evening’s program will include:
- Opening prayer and Scripture reading
- Christmas music led by Nelson musicians and students
- Performances by Sandi’s School of Dance, including selections from The Nutcracker
- Special appearances by Nelson theatre students in costume
Following the outdoor festivities, guests are invited to attend a free Christmas concert beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the Hagee Communication Center (HCC).
Christmas at Nelson Event Details
Date: Monday, November 30, 2026
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., with the Christmas Concert starting at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Nelson University Campus, Waxahachie, Texas
Cost: Free Admission
Optional: Bring a new, unwrapped toy for the community toy drive
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About Nelson University
Nelson University is a private Christian institution located in Waxahachie, Texas, just 30 minutes south of the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex. Established in 1927, the university offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs on campus and online. With a mission to integrate faith and learning, Nelson equips students to pursue their God‑given callings within a Spirit‑empowered community. For additional details, Request Information or call 1‑888‑937‑7248.