Get ready, Carmel whānau — the most magical night of the year is almost here!
Join us for Twilight Christmas by the Lake on Friday, 14 November, from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and kick off the festive season in true Carmel style.
Picture this: twinkling lights reflecting off the lake, the sound of carols filling the air, the scent of spit-roasted lamb wafting through the breeze, and a joyful crowd of families and friends coming together to celebrate. It’s going to be unforgettable — and we want YOU there!
What’s Waiting for You?
- Live Christmas Carols – Let the music lift your spirits and get you singing along
- Boutique Market Stalls – Find one-of-a-kind gifts, handmade crafts, and festive treats
- Raffles Galore – Incredible prizes to be won throughout the evening
- Spit-Roasted Lamb Dinner – A mouth-watering sit-down meal with fresh salads, cooked over an open fire for just $20 per person
Pre-Sales Now Open for Roast Lamb Dinner and 2 top Raffle Hampers!
Roast Lamb Dinner
This is not your average dinner — it’s a scrumptious, slow-roasted lamb feast, served with fresh seasonal salads and cooked to perfection over a glowing spit fire. The aroma will tempt you, and the flavour will win you over!
Limited seating event, so we’re offering exclusive pre-sale access to our school and parish families until 30 October. Don’t miss out — book your table now and enjoy a warm, hearty meal in the heart of the festivities.
Date: Friday, 14 November
Dinner Seatings: From 5:00 p.m. (last booking at 7:30 p.m.)
Location: Carmel College Teachers’ Lounge Pop-Up Restaurant
Cost: $20 per person
Wine and beer will be available for purchase at the dinner — the perfect pairing for your festive feast!
Raffle Hampers
While there are a multitude of hampers on the evening, we are opening presales to 2 of our most valuable raffle hampers at just $5 per ticket.
- Pampered in Milford – Hamper worth $800 (including $200 voucher from Milford Motel, Couples massage at Sanctuary Spa, Hair and Nails treatment, and more!)
- Perfect Date Night – Hamper worth $750 (including 1 night stay at a Fable Hotel and $250 voucher from the French Café (by Sid) and a basket of goodies!)
Pre-sale: Click here to buy tickets to the Lamb roast dinner or buy Raffle tickets – https://shop.carmel.school.nz/MonitorOnline/app/#!/app/main
Lend a Hand – Volunteer for a 1or 2 Hour Shift!
We’re calling on our amazing Carmel community to help bring this event to life! We need you!! Most volunteer roles are just 1 hour, so you’ll still have plenty of time to enjoy the market with your family. If you’re happy to give a little more, we’d love your help for 2 hours — every bit makes a difference.
Here’s how you can help:
- Decorating Crew – Set the scene on 13 Nov (evening) or 14 Nov (morning)
- Gazebo Setup & Parking Support – Help us build and guide on 14 Nov
- PTFA Stall Helpers – Join the fun at:
- Spit Roast Dinner
- Man the Stands (help us manage our many stalls as part of a duo – Baking, Joy-Jars, Glow-in-the-Dark Merch, Drinks and the main Raffle Stand)
Ready to volunteer? Email us at ptfa@carmel.school.nz with your availability and preferred role.
Let’s come together to create a night full of joy, laughter, and community spirit — all while raising funds for our Outdoor Enrichment Area for the girls.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you by the lake — see you there!
