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2026 Festival of Trees Holiday Fair! One-Day Holiday Fair!

Guests can explore a display of beautifully decorated Christmas trees and festive vignettes throughout the convention center. A holiday marketplace offers seasonal shopping from local artisans and vendors. Children can enjoy face painting, coloring, and make-and-take crafts, as well as a visit to Santa's Workshop to meet Santa and his elves for holiday photos.

What to Expect

Decorated trees, holiday shopping, kids' crafts, and photos with Santa.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

None

Know Before You Go

Tips & Advice

  • Wear comfortable shoes for a more comfortable visit while browsing the decorated-tree displays and marketplace across the convention center.
  • Bring a phone or camera if you want keepsake photos with Santa and his elves, or pictures of the decorated trees.
  • With face painting, coloring, and crafts on offer, let children choose a few activities so you can pace the visit.
  • Admission is free, so reserve your spending for holiday-marketplace purchases from local artisans and vendors.
  • Because this is a one-day fair, consider visiting earlier in your day to leave room for the tree displays, shopping, and Santa’s Workshop.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free entry.
  • The fair takes place only on November 28.
  • Children can meet Santa and his elves and take holiday photos.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this event suitable for children?

Yes. Children can enjoy face painting, coloring, make-and-take crafts, and Santa’s Workshop.

What can visitors see and do?

Explore decorated Christmas trees and festive vignettes, shop the holiday marketplace, and take part in children’s activities.

Can children meet Santa and take photos?

Yes. Santa and his elves will be at Santa’s Workshop for visits and holiday photos.

What can shoppers find at the marketplace?

The marketplace features local artisans and holiday vendors.

Is advance booking required?

The event is free; the provided event information does not specify a booking requirement.

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Last Updated: Nov 4, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team