Illustration of a woodcarver working at a Christmas market stall while shoppers watch in the snow (Festival of Trees)
Christmas Markets

Festival of Trees

Visitors can explore an expo hall filled with ornately decorated trees, handcrafted wreaths, and whimsical gingerbread houses. The event features live performances by school choirs, dance troupes, and other entertainers. Guests can also browse festival shops and bid on items in a silent auction, with all proceeds supporting Primary Children's Hospital.

Dec 2 – Dec 5, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Tickets go on sale November 1, 2026, with early bird pricing through Black Friday.

Neighborhood

Sandy

Location

Mountain America Expo Center · 9575 State St, Sandy, UT 84070 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and holiday-display fans

Vibe

Festive and charitable

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Tips & Advice

  • Buy your tickets between November 1 and Black Friday to get early bird pricing before the festival opens to the public.
  • If you want to design a tree, wreath or other auction piece, register it ahead through the festival's auction item form.
  • Sign up to volunteer if you'd like to help, since it takes more than 3,000 volunteers to put on the festival each year.
  • Choirs, dance troupes and solo performers should register in advance to get a spot on the festival entertainment schedule.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Early bird ticket pricing runs from the November 1 on-sale date through Black Friday.
  • Opening Night on December 1 is invite-only.

Links & Contact

Run by Intermountain Foundation

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who does the festival benefit?

All proceeds go to Intermountain Health Primary Children's Hospital. This is the festival's 56th year.

How can I donate a tree or other item?

Register to design and donate an item for the silent auction. You can also donate items to one of the festival shops.

Can I volunteer?

Yes. The festival needs more than 3,000 volunteers, and you can sign up through the Intermountain Foundation.

Can my choir or dance group perform?

Yes. Performing groups, school choirs, dance troupes and individual performers can register to perform.

Can anyone go to Opening Night?

No. Opening Night is invite-only. The festival opens to the general public the following day.

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