The Weekend Itinerary
Friday, December 13
Early Afternoon: fall in love with Love City
for early arrivals, groups will be visiting historical landmarks, iconic philadelphia locations, and more. While not part of the official gala activities, we will help arrange groups to meet up at a variety of locations and times.
the church at 1682 Wood St will be open starting at 3:00 pm for secure item drop-off.
Parking located underneath the Temple, 1739 Vine St.
4:00 pm Temple Service: We have an appointment at 4 pm for baptisms at the Philly temple. Please come if you are available! We will send a sign up link via email.
6:00 pm: Check-in at the Church Building
6:30 - 8:00 pm: Welcome Dinner
8:000 - 9:00 pm: Explore the Philadelphia Christmas Market!
Saturday, December 14
8:00 - 10:30 am:
Breakfast at the church.
9:45 am:
Temple Baptisms Please arrive by 9:30 am. Sign up forthcoming via emai.
10:30 - 12:00 pm:
Light the World through service and smiles. We will have an array of service projects and activities at the church.
12:00 - 1:00 pm:
Keynote devotional with Elder and Sister Held.
1:00 - 2:00 pm:
Lunch at Reading Terminal Market. Please bring your own money.
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm:
Groups will go from Reading Terminal Market to the Love Park holiday market. Attendance is optional but encouraged.
**No activities are scheduled from 3pm to 6pm to allow you time to get ready for the dance!**
Black-Tie Formal Dance at
the Arts Ballroom
6:45 pm: arrive and check in at the Arts Ballroom.
Street parking is extremely limited. We recommend parking in a garage, taking public transit, or splitting an Uber with friends.
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm: cocktail hour
Mingle, take pictures, and enjoy a five-star expanse of hor d'oeuvres and signature mocktails.
Please ensure you arrive before 8pm, as dinner food will not be available after that time.
8:00 pm - midnight: dance the night away!
Dance, people-watch, check out our photo booth, and more during the gala!
Dessert will be served at 9 pm -- last year's menu included cakes, cheesecakes, an ice cream bar, carnival treats, chocolate fountain, donut wall, and more. You won't want to miss!
The church will be unlocked from 11:00 - 1:00 for anyone who needs to return to pick up personal items. Otherwise, items will be available for pickup Sunday morning.
Sunday, December 15
Sunday morning:
service project. details to be announced.
1:00 pm:
Sacrament Meeting and holiday program.
2:30 pm:
Munch and mingle + farewell