It's easy to let the magic of the season slip by.
Between shopping trips, traffic, and nonstop notifications, the heart of the holidays can get lost. You deserve a moment to pause — to breathe in the scent of pine, linger in candlelight, and feel the warmth of being welcomed home.
Brought to you by a community that believes in magic and giving back.
Each December, the Candlelight Tour of Homes invites you to step inside the glow — where the scent of pine, the flicker of candlelight, and the warmth of welcome rekindle what the holidays are meant to feel like. It’s a chance to slow down, share the season with loved ones, and be reminded that the true spirit of the holidays lives in connection and generosity.
For over four decades, this event has celebrated history, architecture, and togetherness while raising funds for St. Paul United Methodist Church (UMC), Grant Park Cooperative Preschool, and the Grant Park Parents Network.
✨ Your to-do list can wait — be part of the tradition and step into holiday magic. Tickets on sale November 14, 2025.
Here’s how to make the magic of the tour part of your holiday tradition:
Step 1: Save the Date and Gather Your Favorite People
Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 13, and Sunday, December 14 — and invite friends, family, and maybe even that quirky neighbor who wears a different ugly Christmas sweater for every day of December.
Step 2: Buy Your Tickets Online Starting Friday, November 14, 2025
Reserve your spot for two nights of candlelit wonder, festive décor, and inspiration for your own home. Online tickets are $30 each through Friday, December 12 — or $35 each at St. Paul UMC on the tour days.
Step 3: Pick Up Your Tour Booklet — Your Key to the Magic
Stop by St. Paul UMC to collect your tour booklet, which serves as your ticket into each historic home. While you’re there, be sure to visit the Artist Market and Bake Sale! Then explore the Grant Park homes, admiring the twinkling lights, festive decorations, and design inspiration that make the Candlelight Tour so special.
Artist Market
Shop handmade gifts, holiday treats, and artisan treasures — perfect for neighbors, friends, or yourself!
Events
From candlelight concerts to Winter Wonderland, discover all the festive fun happening during Tour weekend.
Homes
Step inside Grant Park’s most charming historic homes, all aglow with candlelight, creativity, and holiday cheer.
Sponsors
Shine a light on your business and support the community — become a Candlelight Tour sponsor.
Tickets
Reserve your spot for the most magical nights of the year — save $5 per ticket when you buy online.
Don’t let the magic of the season pass you by.
When you skip the Candlelight Tour, you miss more than festive décor—you miss the chance to connect with your community, share laughter with friends and family, and be part of a tradition that gives back to St. Paul UMC, Grant Park Cooperative Preschool, and the Grant Park Parents Network. Don’t let this season’s warmth and wonder slip away.
Create memories that shine long after the lights fade.
Step inside festively decorated Grant Park homes, sip cocoa with friends, and gather inspiration for your own holiday celebrations. Laugh, linger, and feel the warmth of community as you experience the magic of the season—while supporting St. Paul UMC, Grant Park Cooperative Preschool, and the Grant Park Parents Network. This isn’t just an evening; it’s a tradition you’ll remember for years to come.
A Neighborhood Tradition Since 1980
For more than forty years, neighbors have opened their doors, cookies have mysteriously disappeared, and laughter has filled the streets of Grant Park. Every ticket sold helps support St. Paul UMC, Grant Park Cooperative Preschool, and the Grant Park Parents Network—proving that a little candlelight (and a few baked goods) can go a long way.
Ready to make this holiday magical?
Facebook: Candlelit homes, generous sponsors, and festive inspiration—peek behind the wreaths (and maybe a twinkling light or two).
Instagram: Artisan gifts, candlelit homes, festive inspiration—stay up to date with the tour (and all things merry and bright).