Illustration of glowing trees reflected in a lake with visitors watching from a small footbridge (Festival of Trees)
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Festival of Trees

Visitors can walk through a brightly colored forest featuring rows of trees covered in festive holiday decorations. Each display is sponsored and decorated by local businesses, families, community groups, and volunteers, featuring trees ranging from 4 to 12 feet tall. Guests are welcome to take photos among the displays as part of their holiday traditions.

Nov 21, 2026 – Jan 15, 2027 All ages

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Plan Your Visit

Hours

Tue.-Fri.: 10:00am - 5:00pm; Sat.-Sun.: 1:00pm - 5:00pm. The Museum closes at 3 p.m. on December 3 and 4.

Accessibility

A handicap entrance is located on Paul Ave.

Location

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Museum of East Texas · 503 N. Second St., Lufkin, TX 75901 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families who enjoy festive holiday displays

Vibe

Festive and colorful

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Tips & Advice

  • Check the museum’s closure days before visiting, since the display period includes several holiday closures.
  • Avoid planning a late visit on December 3 or 4, when the museum closes early.
  • Visit Tuesday through Friday for the museum’s weekday gallery hours, or Saturday and Sunday during its weekend hours.
  • Bring a camera if you want to take pictures; photography is welcomed at the Festival of Trees.
  • Tree reservations for 2026 are closed, so visit to see the sponsored display rather than to reserve a tree.

Special Events & Promotions

  • The Museum is closed Mondays, Thanksgiving Day, December 11 and 12, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
  • The Museum closes early on December 3 and 4.
  • 2026 marks the 32nd year of the Festival of Trees.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Festival of Trees suitable for families?

Yes. The museum invites the whole family to visit the decorated tree display.

What can visitors see?

The display is a brightly colored forest of decorated trees sponsored by businesses, families, groups and individuals, with volunteers helping decorate.

Can visitors take photographs?

Yes, photos are welcomed at the Festival of Trees.

Is the museum open every day during the display?

No. It is closed on Mondays, Thanksgiving Day, December 11 and 12, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. It also closes early on December 3 and 4.

Can I sponsor a tree for this year’s display?

Tree reservations are closed for 2026; the sponsorship deadline was October 9, 2026.

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