{"product_id":"winter-solstice-spiral-walk-a-celebration-of-light","title":"{12\/21} Winter Solstice Spiral Walk | A Celebration of Light","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Monday, December 21, 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5:30–7:30pm | Come anytime during the evening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Handcraft Revival, 1365 S 1100 E, Salt Lake City\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAges:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e All ages welcome | Children accompanied by an adult\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCost:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Free spiral walk | Optional candle-making activities: $10 adults, $5 children\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoin us at Handcraft Revival on the longest night of the year for a beautiful Waldorf-inspired tradition celebrating light, warmth, and the quiet beauty of the winter season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Winter Spiral Walk is a gentle, reflective experience traditionally held during Advent or around the winter solstice. A spiral of evergreen branches is laid upon the ground, with a glowing lantern at its center. Each person walks slowly into the spiral, carrying a candle, and pauses at the center to receive its light. As they walk outward, they place their candle among the evergreens, gradually filling the spiral with warmth and light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is a simple but meaningful reminder that even during the darkest days of winter, we each carry a little light to share.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalk the Winter Spiral | Free\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur outdoor evergreen spiral will be set up in the parking lot behind Handcraft Revival. Guests are welcome to walk the spiral anytime between 5:30 and 7:30pm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou are welcome to bring your own candle or traditional apple candle to carry through the spiral. There is no cost to participate in the walk, and no purchase is necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMake an Apple Candle | $10 Adults, $5 Children (supplies limited)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside the shop, we'll have supplies available to create a traditional Waldorf apple candle. Using a fresh apple as the base, you'll assemble your own candle to carry into the spiral.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis simple seasonal craft is a lovely way for children and adults alike to prepare for the experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePour Your Own Tealight Candle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuests participating in candle-making will also have the opportunity to pour their own tealight candle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreshly poured candles need approximately 24 hours to cure before they can be burned, so we'll have ready-to-use candles available for the spiral walk. Your hand-poured candle can be taken home to enjoy after it has cured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Tradition of Light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Waldorf education, the spiral walk is a cherished seasonal tradition that invites us to slow down and reflect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe inward journey represents a moment of stillness and quiet reflection, while the outward journey symbolizes carrying our own light back into the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeld on the winter solstice, when the night is longest and the days begin their gradual return toward the light, this tradition feels especially meaningful.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether this is your first spiral walk or a familiar family tradition, we invite you to share in this peaceful celebration of the season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Quiet and Reflective Experience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Winter Spiral Walk is intended to be a peaceful, contemplative experience. \u003cstrong\u003eWe ask all guests to help us preserve a quiet and reverent atmosphere throughout the evening.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChildren are warmly welcomed, and we encourage parents to prepare them beforehand for the quiet nature of the walk. Invite them to move slowly, speak softly, and take a moment to reflect on the light they carry and the light they share with others.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is not a race or an activity to rush through, but an opportunity to slow down, be present, and experience a little stillness together during the busy holiday season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThank you for helping us create a meaningful experience for everyone who visits the spiral.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvent Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Monday, December 21, 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5:30–7:30pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiral Walk:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Free for everyone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional Candle-Making:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e $10 per adult or $5 per child\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Handcraft Revival, 1365 S 1100 E, Salt Lake City\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCome anytime during the event; there is no scheduled start time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou are welcome to bring your own candle or apple candle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCandle-making supplies will be available inside the shop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-poured tealight candles require 24 hours to cure before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe spiral walk takes place outdoors, so please dress warmly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChildren must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe ask everyone to approach the spiral with care and quiet consideration so each participant can enjoy the experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur parking lot will be used for the spiral walk during this event. 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Do not park in neighboring parking spaces or residential parking areas along the alley.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe look forward to sharing this beautiful winter tradition with our community.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMay we each carry a little light into the darkness.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Handcraft Revival","offers":[{"title":"Spiral RSVP Only","offer_id":56548958896500,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Adult Candle Supplies","offer_id":56548958929268,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Child Candle Supplies (must be purchased with at least 1 adult supply)","offer_id":56548958962036,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/7778\/2644\/files\/CandlelitEvergreenSpiralRitual.png?v=1792894161","url":"https:\/\/handcraftrevival.com\/products\/winter-solstice-spiral-walk-a-celebration-of-light","provider":"Handcraft Revival","version":"1.0","type":"link"}