Light Up A Life Memorial Candle-Lighting Ceremony

Saturday, December 5th, 2026

Dove Library | 1775 Dove Lane, Carlsbad, CA 92011

An Afternoon of Remembrance, Reflection & Community

The holiday season can bring many emotions, especially when we are missing someone we love. Light Up A Life offers a meaningful opportunity to come together, honor cherished memories, and find comfort in the company of others who understand.


We invite you to join Hospice of the North Coast for an afternoon of remembrance, reflection, and connection as we celebrate the lives and lasting impact of those we hold dear.

Event Information

Honor Their Memory with a Commemorative Ornament

Carry the memory of someone you love with a personalized 2026 Light Up A Life commemorative ornament.

  • With a gift of $100 or more, you will receive a personalized ornament featuring your loved one's name. This special keepsake offers a meaningful way to honor their memory during the holiday season and for years to come.
  • When making your gift, simply follow the prompts to provide the name you would like included on your ornament.
  • We will do everything possible to ensure ornaments ordered by the designated deadline arrive in time for Christmas.

Honor Your Loved One

Include Their Name in Our Event Program

As part of Light Up A Life, we invite you to submit the name of a loved one you would like to honor and remember. 

  • Names received by the submission deadline November 27th, 2026 will be included in the 2026 Light Up A Life event program.
  • If you are honoring more than one person, please separate each name with a comma when completing the form.
  • A suggested donation of $25 per family helps support the mission of Hospice of the North Coast and allows us to continue providing compassionate care and support throughout our community.

We Hope You'll Join Us

Light Up A Life is an opportunity to remember the people who have touched our lives and gather with a community that understands the importance of keeping their memories close.

  • Experience the healing power of community.
  • Honor cherished memories in a meaningful way.
  • Find comfort, hope, and renewal during the holiday season.

Watch Light Up A Life 2025 Video