Christmas Kickoff!

In contrast to the over the top commercialism of Black Friday, Salisbury Cathedral held it’s annual Advent event. This moving celebration called Darkness to Light. It starts off with just one lit Advent candle and complete silence. The Salisbury Cathedral choir then parades through the cathedral with 1,300 candle illuminating the building with it’s flickering light. The medieval Cathedral is brought to life as the choir gradually fills the 750 year old building with light and music. The gradual building of momentum leads to a beautiful climax where the building is bathed in light and song. The event is free, but seats fill up quickly. What a beautiful way to kick off the Christmas season!