Festival of Trees
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Festival of Trees

Experience the magic of the holiday season at the Festival of Trees in downtown Highland. Local businesses, organizations, and families showcase their creativity by decorating charming Christmas trees that adorn the streets throughout December. Residents can vote for their favorite tree on the Highland DDA Facebook page, adding a fun, competitive element to the festive atmosphere.

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What to Expect

Decorated trees sponsored by local community members

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Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: FREE โ€“ Get tickets
  • Pets: No pets allowed

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

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Best For

Families, community engagement

Vibe

Festive, whimsical, community-oriented

Energy Level

Low

Budget

FREE

Photo Friendly

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Weather Sensitivity

Low

Special Events & Promotions

  • Vote for your favorite decorated tree on Facebook
  • Trees sponsored by local businesses, organizations, and families

Tags

holiday light displayscommunity celebrationfestive decorationsholiday seasonfamily friendlylocal businesses

Location

Downtown Highland
Highland, MI

Event Details

Duration

All day

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Downtown Highland

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Highland DDA

Quick Actions

Tips & Advice

  • Plan to visit throughout December to see how the trees change or to catch any special holiday events happening concurrently in downtown Highland.
  • Check the Highland DDA Facebook page regularly for updates on tree voting and any community events associated with the Festival of Trees.
  • Consider visiting during daylight hours for the best view of the tree decorations, and then again in the evening to see them illuminated.
  • Take a stroll through downtown Highland to discover the unique decorations on each sponsored tree and appreciate the local creativity.
  • Combine your visit with other downtown Highland attractions or shops to make a full day of holiday exploration.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Festival of Trees?

The Festival of Trees is an event where beautifully decorated Christmas trees, sponsored by local businesses, organizations, and families, are displayed throughout downtown Highland during December.

How can I participate?

You can participate by sponsoring a tree, or by visiting downtown Highland to view the decorated trees and vote for your favorite on the Highland DDA Facebook page.

Are there any costs associated with viewing the trees?

Viewing the decorated trees in downtown Highland is free and open to the public.

When does the Festival of Trees take place?

The trees are displayed throughout the month of December, with the event kicking off on December 1st.

Where are the trees located?

The decorated trees are displayed throughout the charming streets of downtown Highland.

Always check the official website for the most current information.

We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.

Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Nov 27, 2025
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team

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