Cart Caroling: Salisbury Country Club’s New Holiday Favorite

Who says caroling has to be old-fashioned? In 2023, Salisbury Country Club Ltd. kicked off a fun new holiday tradition with its “Cart Caroling” event, and it’s a hit with everyone—from families and couples to groups of friends. A few days before Christmas, members decorate their golf carts, grab some hot chocolate, and cruise the course, singing carols for nearby neighbors. It’s a simple yet festive way to get members in the holiday spirit and create memories that last a lifetime.?

How It Works

Members are encouraged to decorate their golf carts with lights and decorations (with a prize for the best-decorated cart!). The club provides lights to get everyone started and hands out caroling packets so nobody misses a verse. Staff buffer carts keep the music going, and the hot chocolate station is the perfect cozy kickoff. Even the neighborhood gets in on the fun—residents step outside to enjoy the impromptu concert as the carolers roll by.

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Why It Works

This event is all about inclusion and holiday cheer. It’s designed for all ages, so everyone can join in, whether you’re carting with the kids or celebrating with friends. It’s low-pressure and high-fun—no professional singers needed! Plus, the festive atmosphere and community engagement can make it a new favorite tradition.

Want to try Cart Caroling at your club? Here’s how to get started:

1. Decorate & Celebrate: Provide lights and encourage members to add their own flair with a decoration contest.
2. Decoration Making: Have a decoration-making party for the kids so they can help decorate the carts with handcrafted art.
3. Keep It Simple: Caroling packets and buffer carts with music make it easy for everyone to join in, no talent required.
4. Engage the Community: Let neighbors know in advance so they can join in the holiday spirit from their front lawns.
5. Festive Fun: Add a grab-and-go hot chocolate station to keep members warm and cozy.
6. Inclusive for All: Make sure the event is family-friendly and fun for all ages.

This easy-to-implement event can become a beloved tradition at any club. Spread holiday cheer, create lasting memories, and bring your members closer together with Cart Caroling!

Heather Arias de Cordoba Arias de Cordoba is the chief content creator and co-publisher for BoardRoom magazine.

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