42nd Annual Festival of Trees November 25 - December 2
Support the Embassy Theatre and Celebrate the Holidays!
Founded in 1984, the Festival of Trees is the Embassy Theatre Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event, supporting ongoing operational and restoration efforts.
The Festival of Trees is a beloved holiday tradition that transforms the lobbies of the Embassy Theatre and the former Indiana Hotel into a magical display of uniquely decorated trees. Guests are invited to explore the space and enjoy the sights, sounds, and spirit of the holiday season, along with festive stage entertainment and visits with Santa.
Event Highlights:
- Visits with Santa (Santa does take an occasional break)
- Festive stage entertainment: Grande Page pipe organ, youth choirs, dance performances and more
- Vote for your favorite tree
- Holiday window displays along Harrison Street
DAYS & HOURS
- Wednesday, November 25: 3–9 p.m.
- Thursday, November 26: 3–7 p.m.
- Screening of Elf at 4 p.m.
- Friday, November 27–Monday, November 30: 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
- Tuesday, December 1 (Senior Day): 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
- Wednesday, December 2: 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
FESTIVAL ADMISSION
🎄 Christmas in July Special
Save on your Festival of Trees visit! Adult general admission tickets are only $10 through July 31. After July 31, adult admission will be $12.
- Adults: $12
- Youth (Ages 1-12): $5
- Infants (Under 1): Free, please stop by the STAR Bank box office for this free ticket
- Seniors 65+ (only available on Tue., Dec. 1): $8
Breakfast with Santa!
November 27 & 28
Kick off the holiday season with this beloved event, featuring an opportunity to walk through the Festival of Trees before Breakfast with Santa. Enjoy a hot and delicious breakfast buffet the whole family will love, along with visits with Santa, festive Christmas carols, holiday activities for kids, and a special performance from Fort Wayne Youtheatre.
Seating is limited—get your tickets now!
Celebrate the Season with a Bright Star donation!
Celebrate the holiday season with a Bright Star gift! Your support helps sustain the Festival of Trees while funding the Embassy's year-round operations, historic preservation, and arts education programs.
Honor or remember a loved one with a festive star or ornament displayed in the Indiana Hotel Lobby throughout the Festival. Every Bright Star gift includes tickets to Festival of Trees and/or the Preview Party, based on your giving level.
Make your gift by October 23, 2026, to be included in this year's display.
Questions? Contact Amara Wiley, Philanthropy Manager, at amara@fwembassytheatre.org or 260.247.6076.
Why get involved with this beloved tradition?
The Festival of Trees is northeast Indiana’s beloved holiday tradition, bringing together more than 25,000 visitors, youth performers, community groups, and sponsors in support of the Embassy Theatre’s mission. From dazzling displays to unforgettable performances, this signature fundraiser makes a lasting impact on our region— click here to learn more about how you can get involved.
To sponsor a tree, contact Amara Wiley at 260.247.6076 | amara@fwembassytheatre.org
To decorate a tree, contact Brittneay King-Pope at 260.247.9384 | brittneay@fwembassytheatre.org
*Embassy Theatre Foundation Gaming License #015875