Festival of Trees
Visitors can wander through a winter wonderland featuring a forest of decorated holiday trees and wreaths donated by community members and local businesses. The event includes live entertainment, an artisan craft fair, silent auctions, and shopping at the Boutique and Quilter’s Corner. Children can explore the Children’s Winter Village for holiday crafts, face painting, and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
What to Expect
Over 150 decorated trees, raffles, and shopping supporting local cancer care.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Ann's Place
Food & Drink
Food and drink are offered at ticketed special events: Friday’s Sip, Stroll & Shop includes nibbles and one free wine or beer (21+), while Saturday’s 21+ Jingle & Mingle features comfort-food bites and wine, beer, and spirit tastings.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children and holiday shoppers
Vibe
Festive and community-minded
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $5 Age 65+, Ages 3-64: $10, children under 2 are free. – Get tickets
- Parking: Easy covered parking not far from the highway.
Tips & Advice
- Buy Saturday night Jingle & Mingle tickets in advance, as recommended; it is a 21+ evening with tastings, food bites and live music.
- Seniors should plan to buy at the door, because senior admission tickets for those 65 and up aren't sold online.
- Take the Rivington Entrance onto Reserve Road, not the south entrance, and park on the garage's third floor green level.
- Visit on Saturday or Sunday with kids aged 3 to 11, since Children's Winter Village crafts, face painting and Santa photos run only then.
- Place your silent online auction bids before it closes on Sunday, November 22; all of your bid funds programs for people facing cancer.
Special Events & Promotions
- Friday Sip, Stroll & Shop (November 20), separate ticket: one free drink (wine or beer, 21+), nibbles, live music, a door prize entry and full festival access.
- Saturday night Jingle & Mingle (November 21), 21+, separate ticket: wine, beer and spirit tastings, comfort food bites, live music and full festival access.
- Children's Winter Village for ages 3 to 11 runs Saturday and Sunday only.
- Seniors 65+ get reduced admission, with tickets sold only at the door.
- The silent online auction closes Sunday, November 22.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there for kids?
Children aged 3 to 11 can visit the Children's Winter Village on Saturday and Sunday only. It has face painting, make-and-take holiday crafts, coloring, and photos with Santa, Mrs. Claus and their favorite characters. Kids are also welcome to walk the trees, raffle prizes and entertainment with their parents.
Where do we park?
Take the Rivington Entrance onto Reserve Road, not the south entrance, and follow the signs to The Summit. The festival entrance parking is on the 3rd floor (green level) of the covered garage. If it's full, follow signs to another floor and entrance.
What happens to the decorated trees?
Individuals, groups and local businesses donate over 150 decorated trees and wreaths. They are raffled to winners when the festival ends.
Is there an auction?
Yes, a silent online auction runs until Sunday, November 22. Items include show tickets, travel experiences, bourbon, LEGO sets, artwork, a handcrafted dollhouse and date nights. Every bid goes to programs for people facing cancer.
How can I take part?
You can donate a tree, become a sponsor, volunteer or sign up as a vendor. To donate raffle or auction prizes, email uwa@annsplace.org. Festival questions go to Andrew Wetmore at andrew@annsplace.org.
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