Insights about Muir Woods Winter Solstice

The Winter Solstice marks the shortest day and the longest night of the year. Muir Woods celebrates this occasion with a magical evening that has included such things as a stage performance, songs, stories, and trails lit by luminaria. This event usually happens between December 21st and the 23rd. I learned that there is a lot of mysticism behind the solstice and I want to use that in my design some how. Most cultures hold it as a time of rebirth which involves rituals, holidays and celebrations.