2009 Festival of Trees
At the Union Colony Civic Center November 28 - December 5. Sponsored by City of Greeley and Greeley Philharmonic Guild. 
Even with Mrs. Claus and all those elves, the chubby guy himself couldn't have created a better winter wonderland than Greeley's Festival of Trees. This annual eight-day extravaganza of exquisitely decorated trees, wreaths and displays of holiday collections began over twenty years ago as a labor of love by the City of Greeley and the Greeley Philharmonic Guild as the prime fundraiser for the Union Colony Civic Center and the Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra. It has become one of the most anticipated yuetide events not only for out community, but all of Northern Colorado.
Every year the Festival of Trees presents a forest of elaborately decorated trees, each with its own unique theme. At the end of the Festival, the coveted "Peoples's Choice" award is presented to the business, individual or organization whose tree is voted overall favorite. Now doubt thousands of people attending the festival discover the magnificent yuletide displays are only part of the fun. In addition to strolling through splendidly decorated lobbies, patrons enjoy heartwarming activities including visits with Santa, storytelling with Mrs. Claus, face-painters, children's craft projects, gingerbread house decorating demonstrations, antique fire-truck rides, door prie drawings and joyous serenading by Christmas choirs and merry musicians.
Check back to see a complete schedule of activities and performances this fall.
As well as elaborately decorated trees, the celebration also includes special events including the Silver Bells Socials, the Teddy Bear Bash and the Snowflakes & Satin Fashion Show and Luncheon as well as a silent action featuring seaonal items like trees, wreaths, Santas, snowmen and year round items like JEWELRY!
Mark your calendars for one of the most loved holiday traditions in northern Colorado - 22nd annual Festival of Trees, November 29 - December 6. The commitment of hundreds of dedicated volunteers, supportive businesses and talented "decorators" make the festival a spectacular celebration for everyone!
Public Hours Admission Fees: Admission to visit the festival during public hours is: $2 for adults, $1 for children 1-12 years and seniors 65 years and older.Tickets can be purchased from the union Colony Civic Center box office. All proceeds benefit the Union Colony Civic Center and the Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra.
Kids can vote for their favorite display in New Frontier Bank's Candy Cane Lane and register to win a bike donated by Berman Financial Group and adults can vote for their favorite display and win a gift certificate from one of Greeley's fine restaurants!
Bring a can of food to put under the Weld Food Bank display and don't forget your camera…great photo opportunities!
· Saturday, November 29
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1:00 – 9:00pm
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· Sunday, November 30
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1:00 - 5:30pm
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· Monday, December 1
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3:00 – 8:30pm
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· Tuesday, December 2
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3:00 – 8:30pm
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· Wednesday, December 3
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3:00 – 8:30pm
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· Thursday, December 4
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3:00 – 8:30pm
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· Friday, December 5
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3:00 – 9:00pm
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· Saturday, December 6
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1:00 - 5:30pm
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