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The 66th Annual

Sunday, December 8, 2024

Firework display at the Carol of Lights

The 66th Annual Carol of Lights®

Texas Tech University will celebrate the 66th Annual Carol of Lights® on Sunday, December 8, 2024. The ceremony takes place in front of the sciences building, located in the Science Quadrangle, just west of Memorial Circle. This annual event features the Texas Tech University Combined Choirs, Trombone Choir, the Masked Rider, High Riders, and Saddle Tramps. With the flip of a switch, more than 25,000 lights will illuminate the most beautiful campus in the nation and officially usher in the holiday season at Texas Tech.

Times

Sunday, December 8, 2024

6:30 p.m. // Carillon Concert
7:00 p.m. // Carol of Lights

Venue

Science Quadrangle, Texas Tech University

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Featured Entertainment

Photo of the band

Since releasing their debut album “Oh, What a Life” in 2014, New York-based pop-rock outfit American Authors have experienced milestones most bands only dream about. They’ve watched their music climb to the top of the charts, and seen singles go multi-platinum. They’ve played awards shows, hit the stages of legendary venues all over the world, and toured the world with bands such as Andy Grammar, OAR, OneRepublic, The Revivalists, and The Fray. Their anthemic hit single “Best Day of My Life” has been featured in over 600 movie trailers, TV shows, commercials, and as a theme song for the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Despite these accolades, however, lead singer Zac Barnett vows that the best day of their lives is still yet to come. “We just want to keep going,” he says. “We can’t wait to continue this adventure.”

The band just recently released their first holiday album, entitled “Christmas Karaoke,” and will play various selections from this album at this year’s Carol of Lights®.

Fireworks Display

A dazzling fireworks display will light up the night sky as we usher in the holiday season at Texas Tech.

Firework display at the Carol of Lights

Ticket Information

This is a free event and tickets are not required.

Broadcast Information

The 66th Annual Carol of Lights® will be televised live in Lubbock and El Paso through Texas Tech Public Media. Red Raiders outside of the Lubbock and El Paso viewing areas can tune-in via livestream on Texas Tech’s YouTube channel.

Television
KTTZ – PBS - Lubbock
KCOS – PBS - El Paso

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Safety & Security

For your safety and for the benefit of law enforcement, a clear bag policy will be in effect for the 66th Annual Carol of Lights®.

  • Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVS and do not exceed 12”x6”x12”.
  • One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziplock bag or similar).
  • Small clutch bags, approximately the size of a hand, with or without a handle or strap will be allowed.
  • Exceptions will be made for medically necessary items.

Please do not bring purses larger than a clutch, backpacks, fanny packs, cinch bags, briefcases, computer bags, diaper bags, etc.

Strollers, wagons, and lawn chairs are permissible but are subject to search by security personnel.

Parking

Map of places to park

Public and ADA parking (Lot R2) is available on campus and maps below outline what parking lots are allocated for event parking. This printable parking map is a great resource to bring with you as you make your way to campus for Carol of Lights®.

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