34th Annual · Christmas Eve 2026
Light the Way
This Christmas Eve
Since 1992, Alpine neighbors have lined their streets with glowing luminaires on Christmas Eve. This year, 100% of proceeds support the students of the Lone Peak High Color Guard.
Pre-order by Tuesday, December 15!
- 34 yearsof Christmas Eve tradition
- 100%of proceeds to Color Guard
- Volunteer-runby the Luminaire Committee
- Local contactJoni Wootton, 801-787-7110
Meet the Lone Peak Color Guard
These are the young performers your luminaires support. Every kit's proceeds go straight to these Color Guard members. Thank you, neighbors!
What's in a Kit
$25
- 20 long-burning candles (burn 12–15 hours)
- 20 white weather-resistant sacks
- Sand to weigh down the sacks and hold the candles
Bring a bucket: please bring an empty 5-gallon bucket (or something similar) to carry your sand home at pickup.
Everything you need to line your walk or driveway. Each kit is a reminder of the peace and hope of the season.
Already ordered?
Pick up your kit at Alpine City Hall, Dec 19–23 (see the times below), and light your luminaires at dusk on Christmas Eve.
How it works
- Fill out the short order form (name, email, phone, kits).
- Pay by Venmo, card/PayPal, or check by Dec 15.
- Pick up your kit at Alpine City Hall, Dec 19–23. We'll email you a reminder.
- Light your luminaires at dusk on Christmas Eve.
The 2026 pre-order deadline (Dec 15) has passed. Thank you, Alpine! Wondering if there are extra kits? Contact Joni Wootton directly at 801-787-7110 or jonipwoot@gmail.com.
Donate to the Lone Peak Color Guard
Pre-orders are closed, but donations are always welcome. 100% goes to the Lone Peak Color Guard members. Give any amount the way that's easiest for you.
Order & Pay in 2 Easy Steps
First tell us who you are so we can confirm your order and remind you when pickup is ready. Then pay the way that's easiest for you.
Add up your order
Add an extra donation (optional, no kit needed)1 kit
This helper only adds things up. Nothing is charged here. Use these numbers in the order form and when you pay.
Fill out the order form
Takes about a minute: your name, email, phone, number of kits, any extra donation, and how you'll pay.
Mailing a check and prefer paper? Just include your name, email, phone and number of kits with the check and we'll add you to the list.
Step 2
Choose how to pay
Venmo
Fast and easy from your phone.
Pay @alpineluminaires on VenmoDonate @alpineluminaires on VenmoIn the note, put your name and number of kits (e.g. "Smith – 2 kits").
In the note, put your name and "Donation" (e.g. "Smith – Donation").
Card or PayPal
No PayPal account needed: check out as a guest with any credit or debit card.
Donate any amount. No PayPal account needed: give as a guest with any credit or debit card.
Mail a check
Make checks payable to Luminaires and mail to:
Luminaires88 North 200 East
Alpine, UT 84004
Mail early so it arrives by Dec 15.
Include a note that it's a donation. Thank you!
Pickup Schedule
Alpine City Hall, 20 North Main, Alpine · Map
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Saturday, Dec 19 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm |
| Monday, Dec 21 | 4:00 – 6:00 pm |
| Tuesday, Dec 22 | 4:00 – 6:00 pm |
| Wednesday, Dec 23 | 4:00 – 6:00 pm |
Christmas Eves Past
Photos from past years of the Alpine luminaires.
The Tradition
Down through the ages, light from fire has served as a beacon for travelers. Two thousand years ago, shepherds marked the way to the manger of the Christ Child with small bonfires. For centuries, the people of Mexico have gathered on Christmas Eve to light bonfires in the village commons to pray and welcome the baby Jesus.
Early in the 20th century, one family could not prepare their traditional bonfire because of an illness. The youngest child placed a broken candle in a paper bag partly filled with sand and set it outside to keep the welcoming spirit alive.
Luminaires, paper sacks with sand to anchor a lit candle, still line walkways, patios and courtyards across the Southwest and beyond. This bag-and-candle tradition has been celebrated for over 300 years.
Our History
The Alpine luminaires began on Christmas Eve in 1992 as a community beautification project. Over the years it became a fundraiser for Lone Peak High School groups, supporting Eagle Scout projects and Young Womanhood Medallion projects, and in 1997 it helped send the American Fork Marching Band to the Rose Parade.
Now in its 34th year, the Luminaire Committee is proud to support the Lone Peak Color Guard. Every dollar goes to the Color Guard members.
Who we are
A small team of Alpine volunteers, the Luminaire Committee, working with Lone Peak Color Guard families. Questions? Reach out anytime:
Joni Wootton
801-787-7110
jonipwoot@gmail.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does the money go?
100% of proceeds support the members of the Lone Peak High Color Guard. The fundraiser is run by volunteers.
When is the order deadline?
The 2026 pre-order deadline (Dec 15) has passed. For extra kits, contact Joni at 801-787-7110 or jonipwoot@gmail.com.
Tuesday, December 15. Mailed checks should arrive by then.
Why do you ask for my email and phone?
Only to confirm your order and remind you when your kit is ready for pickup. We don't share it.
Can I donate without buying a kit?
Yes! Set kits to 0, pick an amount, fill out the order form, and pay by Venmo, card/PayPal, or check.
Yes! Donations are always welcome by Venmo, card/PayPal, or check. See the Donate section above.
Can I pay by credit card?
Yes. Use the Card or PayPal option and check out as a guest with any credit or debit card.
What if I can't make a pickup time?
Contact Joni at 801-787-7110 or jonipwoot@gmail.com and we'll do our best to help.
How do I set up my luminaires?
Unfold a sack, add a few inches of sand, nestle a candle in the center, and light at dusk on Christmas Eve. The candles burn 12–15 hours.