Festival of Trees & Light
Museum galleries transform into a holiday wonderland filled with decorated trees and seasonal light displays. Visitors can enjoy live music and dance performances by local school groups and community ensembles in the auditorium and sculpture court. Guests of all ages can also participate in hands-on art-making sessions to create paper snowflakes, suncatchers, winter lanterns, and holiday cards.
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Plan Your Visit
Website / Tickets
When
Tickets
General admission $17 per day; Everson members $10 per day with valid Membership ID; children under 12 $5 per day; children under 3 free. Purchase a general ticket online for a $2 discount.
Hours
Wed 11:00 am–5:00 pm; Thu 11:00 am–8:00 pm; Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm; Sat–Sun 10:00 am–5:00 pm.
Food & Drink
Louise Café offers a festive holiday menu with seasonal treats and warm beverages.
Accessibility
The Everson Museum of Art is accessible to all, and visitors with specific concerns are invited to call the office.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Buy a general ticket online to receive the online discount on admission.
- Check the daily program before choosing a visit day, since performances and art activities vary by date.
- Drop in for the listed free art activities to make paper snowflakes, suncatchers, lanterns or holiday cards.
- Allow time to visit Louise café for its festive seasonal treats and warm beverages.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children under 3 enter free.
- Everson members receive the member admission rate with valid membership ID.
- Buy a general ticket online for a discount.
- The museum is open late on Thursdays.
- A separate Preview Party takes place on December 2 and requires its own ticket.
Links & Contact
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 website.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can visitors do besides see the decorated trees and lights?
There are live performances, hands-on art activities, and screenings, readings and Q&As with Christine the History Queen on selected days.
Are the art activities suitable for drop-ins?
Yes. The listed paper snowflake, suncatcher, lantern and holiday-card activities welcome drop-ins.
Is food or drink available?
Louise café offers a festive holiday menu with seasonal treats and warm beverages.
Can I get a discount by booking online or through museum membership?
General tickets purchased online receive a discount. Everson members can use the member admission rate with a valid Membership ID.
Is the museum accessible?
The Everson Museum of Art is accessible to all.
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