The Baby Fold's Festival of Trees is central Illinois' premier holiday extravaganza to kick-off the holidays and bless local children! At the Interstate Center you can expect a gorgeous display of Christmas trees, festive wreaths, gingerbread creations, holiday centerpieces and more! Enjoy a completely reimagined 2025 Festival of Trees, with new attractions, events, and fun for everyone!
Santa Claus will be on-site every day to delight the children and each will enjoy a take-home holiday craft bag. Stroll through Gingerbread Village and take in the alluring scent of gingerbread and icing from over 100 charming creations! Sip on hot cocoa while admiring an Enchanted Forest filled with one of the largest displays of Christmas trees around! Visit the coffee, cookie, and bake shops for a tasty treat!
Join us for an exclusive, adult-only gala to kick off the festivities on Thursday night! Bring the family out for a delicious meal and live holiday entertainment during our Avanti's Family Night! And don't forget to place your best bids on hundreds of hand-crafted holiday decorations in an online auction that blesses local children served by The Baby Fold!
Location:
The Interstate Center
1106 Interstate Drive
Bloomington, Illinois 61705
Schedule:
- Thursday, Nov. 20 - The Festival of Trees is open exclusively for evening Gala ticketholders
- Friday, Nov. 21, Hours are 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM (Avanti's Family Night 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM)
- Saturday, Nov. 22, Hours are 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Auction:
- Online bidding opens at 9:00 PM on Thursday, Nov. 20 and ends at 8:00 PM on Saturday, Nov. 22. All bidding is online.
