A Dickens Christmas

For one extraordinary weekend, guests will be transported through time as Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol unfolds in six immersive acts across six historic homes in Natchez, Mississippi. The experience continues with Fezziwig’s Christmas Party, Carols by Candlelight featuring Dr. Sadie Goodman and brunch.

Six historic homes. Four incredible events. One unforgettable weekend. Tickets are extremely limited.

Tickets go on sale to Living History Natchez members on Tuesday, August 18 at noon CDT. Become a member to receive early access, 10% off tickets and additional benefits: [Become a Member]

Tickets go on sale to the public on September 1 at noon CDT. Due to the limited number available, we expect tickets to sell quickly.

A Christmas Carol in Six Immersive Acts

Guests will travel by bus through time and across Natchez as Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol unfolds in six acts, each performed outside of six historic homes: Propinquity, Sweet Auburn, Hope Farm, The Briars, Ravenna and Holly Hedges. At every stop, local actors will present another scene from the story, carrying guests through Scrooge’s complete journey from his cold Christmas Eve to his joyful redemption on Christmas morning.

Following each act, guests will enjoy a brief walk through of the home, decorated in the Christmas traditions and period appropriate to the era in which it was built. The result is an experience that brings together live theatre, historic architecture and the changing traditions of Christmas across generations, allowing guests to move through both Dickens’ story and the history of Christmas.

Fezziwig’s Christmas Party

Step into the warmth and merriment of Fezziwig’s Christmas Party, held beneath the trees of historic Memorial Park in the heart of Natchez. Inspired by the joyful celebration in Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, the evening will be filled with festive food, Christmas carols, vendor booths and the generous spirit of an old-fashioned holiday gathering.

Guests can stroll through the park, browse the offerings of local vendors and enjoy an evening of food, music, laughter and fellowship. It will be a lively celebration of Christmas past, where friends gather, carols fill the air and everyone is invited to join in the merriment.

Carols by Candlelight

Inside the breathtaking beauty of historic Trinity Episcopal Church, guests will gather for an intimate evening of Christmas music illuminated by candlelight. Surrounded by soaring Gothic arches, stained glass and one of Natchez’s most beautiful sacred interiors, the audience will experience beloved carols in a setting that feels timeless, reverent and filled with the spirit of the season.

Carols by Candlelight will feature Dr. Sadie Goodman, whose portrayal of Jenny Lind was one of the great highlights of our Spring season. Her extraordinary voice and captivating presence left audiences enchanted, and we are thrilled to welcome her back to Natchez for this special Christmas performance. In the glow of Trinity Episcopal Church, her music will bring warmth, beauty and wonder to an unforgettable evening.

Choose Your Experience

While every ticket includes all events, guests may choose the tour group and itinerary that best suit their visit. Both groups will experience every part of Dickens Christmas.

Group A

  • Friday, December 11: Historic home walk through and six-act performance of A Christmas Carol

  • Friday evening: Fezziwig’s Christmas Party

  • Saturday: Brunch

  • Saturday evening: Carols by Candlelight featuring Dr. Sadie Goodman

Group B

  • Friday evening: Carols by Candlelight featuring Dr. Sadie Goodman

  • Saturday: Historic home walk through and six-act performance of A Christmas Carol

  • Saturday evening: Fezziwig’s Christmas Party

  • Sunday: Brunch

Whether beginning with candlelight and carols or stepping immediately into the world of Scrooge, guests will experience the complete Dickens Christmas weekend. It is a rare opportunity to see the story, spirit and traditions of Christmas past brought vividly to life in beautiful Natchez, Mississippi. The oldest city on the Mississippi River.