Festival of Trees
Save the date for the 37th Annual Festival of Trees, November 27- December 5, 2026! The Festival of Trees is a Greeley tradition, where you can make memories with your family, friends and loved ones during this week of holiday themed events and activities. 2026 Events will be posted mid-October. For updates and more, follow our Facebook Page, GreeleyFestivals:
Festival of Trees Public Hours
Festival of Trees general admission includes viewing of trees decorated by local organizations, showcasing their creative flair. Kids can write letters to Santa, participate in a scavenger hunt amongst the trees, and make holiday crafts.
Whiskey Wonderland
Get ready for a night of premium spirits and connoisseurship! Whiskey Wonderland puts the spotlight on small batch distillers for a special tasting night on the stage of Monfort Auditorium.
Whoville Holiday
Step into the Festival of Trees Whoville Holiday and you’ll be walking into the pages of Dr. Seuss’ classic holiday tale How the Grinch Stole Christmas! All proceeds benefit the Greeley Philharmonic Guild.
Wrapped in Wonder Fashion Show
A night of winter inspired fashion by local designers, wine and hors d'oeuvres. All proceeds benefit the Greeley Philharmonic Guild.
Friday, December 5, Doors 6pm/Movie 7pm-9pm
Elf (the Movie) & Ugly Sweater Contest
Come for the laughs, holiday cheer, and questionable fashion choices! Join us at the Festival of Trees for a special screening of the holiday favorite Elf in the Hensel Phelps Theatre.
Cost/Tickets: $15
Artist Reception: December 5, 2025
Festival of Trees Artist Market
Nov 29-Dec 5, Shop local and support artists this holiday season! Find bespoke goods, handmade items and artwork. For open hours please visit the Tointon Gallery section of our Public Art Page. FREE!
Play the Passport Nov 29-Dec 6
Downtown Trees Holiday Passport Tour
The Festival of Trees is branching out this year to include local businesses in our Downtown Trees Holiday Passport Tour!
Pick up a map at the UCCC or participating businesses with their official Festival of Trees Holiday Passport Tour Map! Businesses will stamp the map for patrons, who will be entered to win a prize it they collect all the stamps! View or print the map with the link below:
Festival of Trees:
Ways to get involved!
There are lots of ways to show your holiday spirit, hometown love and creative flair at the Festival of Trees! Keep an eye out for these opportunities on our Facebook page, and live applications will be on this web page Fall of 2026.
- Children's organizations can apply to have a tree in Candy Cane Lane! Make your organization visible to the public with a decorated tree. Win an award for Kids choice!
- Greeley businesses and organizations can apply to have a tree in the Lobby! Show off your holiday spirit and your business with a decked tree in your creative style. Win an award for People's Choice!
- Make a gingerbread house for Gingerbread Village! Anyone - you, your family, a school group or class, team at work, your business etc. - can make a gingerbread house - and the public will vote for their favorite!
- Sponsor the Festival of Trees! Spread holiday joy and keep our events accessible to the public. Perks available, email celeste.mccorvey@greeleygov.com for more information.
- Volunteer! Sign up below to volunteer with holiday decor set-up, day of event help, and more.
Become a Festival of Trees Sponsor!
Businesses and organizations can sponsor Festival of Trees, keeping community events holly, jolly and accessible! Become a sponsor today! Contact our Marketing Sponsorship Coordinator, Celeste McCorvey for more information:
Location:
701 10th Ave, Greeley, CO 80631
Time
Festival runs Nov 28-Dec 6, 2025
Tickets:
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Contact Info
Address
Union Colony Civic Center
701 10th Ave.,
Greeley, CO 80631
Hours
Office Hours: 9am-5pm Monday-Friday
Additional Info
For access to Festival of Trees promotional materials, please contact:
Megan Weiler
Cultural Affairs Division Manager
P: 970-350-9482
Megan.Weiler@greeleygov.com