Amana Colonies Tannenbaum Forest
Visitors step inside a grand barn filled with more than 80 uniquely decorated Christmas trees, filling the space with the scent of fresh evergreen. Highlights include a towering 17-foot rotating German-style Christmas pyramid, a large nativity display, and various photo opportunities. Guests can wander among the glowing rows of trees and take in community-decorated holiday displays.
What to Expect
Walk through an indoor forest of over 80 decorated trees.
Event Details
Duration
At least 20–30 minutes is suggested to wander through the trees and stop for photos or other activities.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Amana
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Amana Colonies Convention & Visitors Bureau
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and holiday-display enthusiasts
Vibe
Festive and traditional
Energy Level
Low
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free-will donation.
Tips & Advice
- Wear a winter coat, hat and gloves, because the Festhalle Barn isn't heated and you'll be strolling among the trees for a while.
- Put on sturdy shoes, since you'll be walking rows of trees across a barn floor that's less formal than a showroom.
- Allow at least 20 to 30 minutes to take in the 80-plus trees, the rotating German pyramid and the nativity, and to stop for photos.
- Expect the forest to be very busy on days when Santa is visiting, so choose another day if you'd like quieter rows to wander.
- Groups arriving by charter bus on a weekday other than Friday between December 1 and 19 can email the ACFI Events Coordinator to schedule a visit.
Special Events & Promotions
- Santa visits on select days, and the forest is very busy when he's there.
- Charter buses and large groups can book weekday visits (not Fridays) from December 1 to 19, outside regular hours.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the barn heated?
No. The Festhalle Barn isn't heated, so come in a winter coat, hat and gloves, and maybe a scarf.
How long should we allow for a visit?
Give yourself at least 20 to 30 minutes, or more, to wander the trees, stop for photos and maybe visit Santa.
Will Santa be there?
Santa visits on select days. The forest gets very busy when he's there.
What is there to see besides the trees?
More than 80 trees decorated by local businesses, families and groups fill the barn. There's also a 17-foot rotating German-style Christmas pyramid, a large nativity display and plenty of photo spots.
Can a bus group or large group visit on a weekday?
Yes. Charter buses and large groups can visit outside the regular Friday-to-Sunday hours on weekdays other than Friday between December 1 and 19. Email the ACFI Events Coordinator at events@amanacolonies.com to schedule.
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