It’s time for another treasured tradition – and Otterbein hopes you’ll share in some very special festivities. Otterbein’s annual Tree Lighting and Holiday Feast will officially kick off the season on Dec 5.
President John Comerford will host the event on Towers Lawn. All Cardinals will enjoy live music, hot chocolate, Towers Brass, OtterTuned, Hanby Historical Marker dedication, the reveal of the annual student-designed ornament, a special holiday message from Rev. Lucy Kelly of Church of the Master, and the big moment when the ceremonial tree is illuminated.
The celebration continues at Otterbein’s Campus Center with the Holiday Feast. This special meal is included in student dining plans. Faculty/staff and their guests may purchase dinner tickets at the door.
Event Details
Tree Lighting, Towers Lawn
When: Friday, Dec. 5, 2025
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Where: 1 S. Grove St.
- Live music and carols.
- Holiday message shared by Rev. Lucy Kelly, Church of the Master.
- Tree lighting by President John Comerford.
- Towers Brass and OtterTuned.
- Handby Historical Marker Dedication.
- Annual student-designed ornament revealed and placed on tree.
Holiday Feast at the Otterbein Campus Center
Time: Immediately following the Tree Lighting, 6 p.m.
Where: 100 W. Home St.
- Adults tickets are $18.
- Children ages 4 through 10 are $7.50.
- Children age 3 and under are free.
Note: Dinner is included with meal plan for Otterbein students. Faculty/staff and their guests may purchase dinner tickets at the door.
Contact Us
Kristen Wojdyla '16
Director
Events & Conferences
614-823-1847
events@otterbein.edu
Lexi McNeal '23
Coordinator
Events & Conferences
614-823-1847
events@otterbein.edu
Justin Akers
Technology Coordinator
Events & Conferences
614-823-1847
events@otterbein.edu
Claire Favre
Graduate Assistant
Events & Conferences
614-823-1847
events@otterbein.edu
Carlota Ipina
Graduate Assistant
Events & Conferences
614-823-1847
events@otterbein.edu