Trees on the Tees
Visitors ride in a golf cart after dark along an enchanting path filled with beautifully decorated trees. Following the tour, guests can relax on hay bales around a fire pit to roast s'mores and drink hot cocoa.
What to Expect
Drive a golf cart through an illuminated holiday tree trail after dark.
Event Details
Ages
All ages (Children 2 and younger do not need a ticket)
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Decatur Park District
Food & Drink
Guests can roast s’mores and sip hot cocoa; holiday banquets for groups of 50 or more include appetizers, dessert, and bar service.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and holiday-light fans
Vibe
Festive and cozy
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Tips & Advice
- Buy tickets as soon as they go on sale on November 5, or grab VIP Cart tickets the day before.
- Dress warmly for an open-air golf cart ride after dark, then plan to linger by the fire pit afterward.
- Book a banquet early if you're planning a group holiday party, since the park district urges groups to book fast and dates are limited.
- Leave time after your ride to roast s'mores on the hay bales by the fire pit and warm up with hot cocoa.
Special Events & Promotions
- VIP Cart tickets go on sale November 4, a day before general tickets.
- Trees on the Tees Banquets: holiday party packages for groups of 50+ at Hickory Point Banquet Center, ending with a cart ride through the trees.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the experience like?
You ride a golf cart after dark along a path of decorated trees. Afterward, pull up a hay bale by the fire pit to roast s'mores and sip hot cocoa.
Is there food and drink?
After the cart ride there are s'mores to roast by the fire pit and hot cocoa to drink.
How do I get tickets?
VIP Cart tickets go on sale November 4, and general tickets go on sale November 5. Tickets are sold through the Decatur Park District's online ticketing site.
Can I host a holiday party here?
Yes. Trees on the Tees Banquets at Hickory Point Banquet Center are for parties of 50 or more. They include a two-hour banquet rental, appetizers, dessert, bar service, linens and holiday décor, followed by a cart ride through the trees. Contact Susan Keane for dates.
How can I get involved?
You can become an event sponsor or a tree sponsor, or volunteer. Contact Katie Myers at the Decatur Park District.
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