'Tis the season to be jolly, and the JB Duke Hotel is ready to spread some festive cheer! Join this AAA Four Diamond property, located on Duke University’s campus, on Monday, December 2 at 6 p.m. to ring in the holidays with a magical tree lighting ceremony and community celebration. Guests will savor delicious hot chocolate as they soak in the cozy ambiance of the property’s beautifully decorated Lobby. The Pitchforks, Duke University’s oldest all-male acapella group, will fill the lobby with classic holiday melodies and create a truly merry atmosphere.  

This is a complimentary event for guests and locals, and no registration is required. For guests wishing to extend their celebratory evening, the hotel invites them to enjoy a cozy meal in the chic Lobby Lounge. Menus can be found online at https://www.jbdukehotel.com/dine. On the lower level of the hotel, guests will discover an outdoor terrace with plush seating areas and inviting fire pits – fostering an ideal atmosphere for relaxation and casual conversation. Seating is on a first come, first served basis.  

Visit the JB Duke’s website at www.jbdukehotel.com or call 919-660-6400 to learn more about the property’s series of holiday happenings, including a holiday crafts workshop – a hands-on evening of holiday creativity, and Paws and Claus – a pet-friendly gathering inviting community members and their furry companions to capture a photo with Father Christmas himself.