Moravian Candle Tea At Old Salem

Kristi Marion Updated: September 17, 2020 Events 2 Comments

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The Moravian Candle Tea at Old Salem has been a Winston-Salem Christmas tradition since 1929. Guests experience the sights, sounds, smells, and even the tastes of early Moravian Christmas traditions.

Experience Early Moravian Traditions

Guides wearing early Moravian period attire lead guests in a tour of the Single Brothers House on Salem Square in Old Salem. In the “saal,” or chapel, guests sing carols accompanied by a restored 1797 Tannenburg organ. Breathe in the scent of little handmade Moravian beeswax candles with their accompanying red fringe.

Guests can watch demonstrations of the making of these, view the lighted nativity scene, and the “putz” — a detailed miniature wintry scene of 1900’s Old Salem. As a special treat, guests enjoy a warm mug of Moravian coffee to wash down the fresh-baked Moravian sugar cake.

The event, organized by the Women’s Fellowship of Home Moravian Church in Old Salem, draws around 10,000 visitors in “normal” years. Proceeds benefit many charitable causes.

Candle Tea 2020 Schedule

Due to Covid-19, Candle Tea 2020 may not be like other recent years. Plans are being made to offer a Candle Tea that will help keep people safe while sharing as many Moravian Christmas traditions as possible. Please check this website for updates on our plans. – Home Moravian Church

Normal Location

Old Salem
Single Brothers’ House
600 South Main Street
Winston-Salem, NC

Normal Admission (does not apply for 2020)

Admission is $5 for adults and $1 for children 12 and under. Tickets may be purchased at the door of the Single Brothers House.

To avoid the lines and possibly missing out, you can pay $7 for prepaid reservations for Dec 5 and 12, 2019, from 4 – 8:30 PM.

For special times and rates for schools and groups, visit the Candle Tea site.

For more information, call 336-749-9463.

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About The Author: Kristi Marion

Kristi was born and raised just up the road in Mount Airy (a.k.a. Mayberry) and frequented Winston-Salem often growing up for school field trips, shopping, and dining. After attending Appalachian State University, and a brief stint living in Southern Virginia, Kristi returned to Winston-Salem, NC in 1999 and began her work in non-profit, public relations and writing. She and her family enjoy the convenience of living near downtown Winston-Salem. She enjoys the arts, photography and cooking. "I'm a small town girl at heart, but Winston-Salem isn't an overwhelming city. It is rich with friendly people, history, culture and has a vibrant art community and that is why I am proud to call this "My Winston-Salem!"

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