Massachusetts Horticultural Society’s Festival of Trees is not only an important fundraiser, it is one of the most festive occasions at The Gardens at Elm Bank.

From November 29 – December 15, Mass Hort will display over 60 beautifully decorated trees, which will be raffled off on December 15. During the festival, visitors may purchase tickets for a chance to win the tree(s) of their choice. It’s fun, and for many it has become a family tradition.

While the beautifully decorated trees are the centerpiece of the event, the Festival of Trees also includes garden lights, visits from Santa, horse-drawn carriage rides, the Snow Village, model railroad display, and a fire pit with s’mores.

Following the tree raffle on December 15, Festival of Trees will continue for two more weekends, December 20 – 22 and December 27 – 29, with the Snow Village and garden lights

The Festival of Trees is a wonderful celebration of the holidays.

Planning Your Visit

Both the Festival of Trees display in the Hunnewell building and the Snow Village are accessible.

Groups are welcome during general hours. Council on Aging and similar senior groups can contact 617-933-4988 to schedule a private group visit on Monday – Thursday mornings. Reservations are necessary.

DATES TO VIEW TREES: November 29 – December 15
DATES FOR TRAINS AND LIGHTS: December 20 – 22 and December 27 – 29
LOCATION: Massachusetts Horticultural Society, 900 Washington St., Wellesley, MA
HOURS:
Wednesday and Thursday: 4pm – 8pm
Friday – Sunday: 10am – 8pm
Sunday, December 15: 10am – 6 pm

Tree raffle drawing: Sunday, December 15, 6pm. Winners need not be present.