Filled with twinkling lights and glittering trees, the Orlando Museum of Art is a spectacle to see during the Festival of Trees. This long-standing, now in its 32nd year, fundraiser for the Museum remains popular because each year there’s a new theme and crop of Christmas trees. Presented by Council of 101, this year’s event is designed with the theme: It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year and will take place the week of November 9-18.
It’s a wonderful kickoff to the holiday season with several unique events that allow guests of all ages to experience elaborately decorated Christmas trees, holiday vignettes, custom hand-designed wreaths and table décor, a gingerbread village, tabletop displays, and more that is all available for purchase. A glamorous gala will mark the start of the nine-day event and include a tree lighting and champagne reception on the evening of Friday, November 9.
Below is the general admission info and full schedule of events.
10:00am – 5:00pm, daily
Adult: $15
Children (ages 3-11): $5
Seniors (65 and over): $10
Military personnel and first responders (w/valid ID): $10
Group sales (25+) tickets: $10 must be purchased in advance prior to the start of the Festival by calling 407.896.4231, ext. 254
OMA Members: $10 – discount only valid for adults with a valid Membership card when purchased at the door. Membership MUST be valid at time of purchase. There are no rebates.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9
Tree Lighting, Champagne Reception and Gala
6-10:30pm
Cost: $200
Opening Night Gala
7-10:30pm
Cost: $175
A night of glamour at the Museum in a curated holiday wonderland setting with live music, delectable food, and VIP access to designer trees.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10
Breakfast with Santa
8:30-10am
Cost: $30 All Ages
Meet Santa and have breakfast with him, too. Have your picture taken with him and join us in singing Christmas carols and other fun-filled holiday-inspired activities.
Havana Nights
7-10:30pm
Cost: Adults – $45
Join for an incredible night of music and dancing during the Festival of Trees at the Orlando Museum of Art. There will be a live Latin band, buffet dinner from Pearson’s Festival Café, cash bar, party favors, stroll through the Festival of Trees and be inspired by the Nick Cave Feat. exhibition.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13
Festival Salutes Seniors
10am-5pm
Cost: Seniors – $10
A festival day (during the Festival of Trees) designed for seniors ages 65 and older with discounted pricing and entertainment.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14
Rudolph’s VIP Pass
5-8:30pm
Cost: $30 All Ages
The VIP pass grants guests an hour of early access to the Reindeer Romp Children’s Party.
Reindeer Romp Children’s Party
6-8:30pm
Cost: $20 All Ages
With a visit from Santa and different artists and singers, this fun-filled evening event is not only for our loved little ones, but also for the young at heart.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15
India Hicks Pop-up Shop & VIP Reception (SOLD OUT)
10-11am
Cost: $125
India Hicks Lecture (limited to 260 tickets)
11am
Cost: $45
Enjoy a special lecture presentation by famed interior decorator India Hicks. Limited to 260 tickets.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16
Ugly Holiday Sweater Date Night
7-10pm
Cost: Adults – $30
Join us for a date night, all geared up in your finest, ugly holiday sweater – enjoying music while strolling through the Festival of Trees and the Museum’s exhibitions. Casual eats and drinks available for purchase in the Festival Café.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17
Breakfast with Santa
8:30-10am
Cost: $30 All Ages
Meet Santa and have breakfast with him, too. Have your picture taken with him and join us in singing Christmas carols and other fun-filled holiday-inspired activities.
Each year the Festival of Trees is made possible by business partners, sponsors and the dedicated volunteers of Council of 101, the nonprofit fundraising arm of the Orlando Museum of Art. For more information, visit https://omart.org/events/festival_of_trees/