Lincoln University Hosts Festive 2025 Holiday Extravaganza

December 8th, 2025
Lincoln University welcomed members of the campus and local community on December 2 for its annual holiday celebration, an event designed to bring families together and mark the start of the winter season. Photos by Rebecca Rademan. 

 

Children decorate Christmas cookies at the Holiday Extravaganza.

A man and a boy hold up cookies and smile at the Holiday Extravaganza 2025.

Two women hold holiday drinks and smile at the Holiday Extravaganza.

The program opened with a campus tree lighting ceremony, during which attendees gathered for a countdown before the university’s holiday tree was illuminated.

President Moseley stands at the podium to speak while at the Holiday Extravaganza.
Lincoln University royalty stand in a line and pose for a photo at the Holiday Extravaganza.

Children eat cookies and drink hot cocoa at the Holiday Extravaganza.

Guests also visited Santa’s Workshop, where children participated in seasonal craft activities and engaged with volunteers and student organizations hosting hands-on stations.

A sign reads, "Santa's Workshop."
Two people sit at a table while decorating cookies at the Holiday Extravaganza.

A little girl holds up a craft she made at the Holiday Extravaganza.

The celebration concluded with a special appearance by Santa Claus, who greeted families, posed for photos and interacted with children throughout the evening.

Santa and Mrs. Claus walk and wave to children at the Holiday Extravaganza.
Santa and Mrs. Claus visit with a child at the Holiday Extravaganza.
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