Candlelight Christmas in Rockford
Event
Every year the 1914 Rockford Methodist Church in the historic Village of Rockford hosts a Candlelight Christmas in Rockford.
Gena Poovey, professor of music at Limestone College in Gaffney, South Carolina, started the event in 1991. She returns every year to lead the music with her classically trained voice. The music lineup rotates, often including choral groups from Surry Community College and area high schools, as well as bluegrass and gospel groups.
Acoustics in the church are amazing, adding to the ambience of this traditional Christmas event. Refreshments will be served following both programs.
Because of limited parking, guests are asked to park at the Rockford Baptist Church parking lot and ride the shuttle van. Shuttle service begins at 6 p.m.
Each night, prior to the Candlelight Christmas program, Perlie Chic Boutique will be open for your shopping delight. Perlie Chic Boutique is a vintage home decor and clothing store located in the 1850 Dudley Glass Store/Davenport Gallery.
Here are the music lineups for 2025:
Thursday night:
- Dr. Gena Poovey, accompanied by Kelsey Carlisle
- Marshall Brothers and High Road
- Surry Central High School Chorus directed by Angie Smith
Friday night:
- Dr. Gena Poovey, accompanied by Kelsey Carlisle
- Beth Cook, Noah Lindemann, Dr. Gena Poovey
- Gene and Betty Anderson, Pete and Paulette Welborn
- VOCE directed by Lance Newman and Adam Rudisill
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