West Hartford Festival of Trees
Your festive creation will help light up the event and bring joy to our community.
Call a friend and start planning today! We expect more than 50 beautifully decorated entries and upwards of 4,000 visitors throughout the festival.
The Festival of Trees, has become a cherished holiday tradition and a highly successful fundraiser that supports local charities.
We invite individuals, families, friends, businesses, and organizations to create and donate an original decorated artificial Christmas tree, wreath, or wall hanging to the festival.
No two entries are alike—and that’s what makes the festival so much fun! Whether your design is traditional, whimsical, elegant, playful, or reflects your organization, we ask that you use your discretion with elements, as this is a family event. For example: no violence or weapons, or political statements. Full set of rules on entry form.
This was how big the packages were in 2025!
We also collect gift cards to be included in the “Gift Card Presents.” Each present is a package of gift cards redeemable at local businesses. Anyone can contribute to these separate items.
All entries will be displayed in our accessible auditorium
Donors receive a tax receipt (First Church is a 501(c)(3))
Important Dates:
• Reservation deadline: Saturday, November 28
• Drop-off and setup: Sunday, November 29, 12:00–2:30 p.m.
Every entry helps make a difference for our mission partners, that include: The Bridge Family Center • Hands on Hartford • Covenant to Care for Children • Interval House • Foodshare • Loaves and Fishes • Chrysalis Center/Freshplace • My Sister’s Place • Habitat for Humanity • South Park Inn • House of Bread • The Village
Scenes from 2025
Come Enjoy the Festival!
Mark your calendar and join us on one or both festival days: Thursday during the West Hartford Holiday Stroll or Saturday if you prefer smaller crowds.
Admission is free to stroll through the festival and soak up the holiday vibe!
Win Your Favorite!
You may donate to earn a chance to win your favorites to take home.
- $1 for 1 ticket/chance
- $10 for 10 tickets/chances
- $20 for 25 tickets/chances
- Gift Card Presents: $5 per ticket/chance
Cash, check, credit, and debit cards are all accepted
