Festival of Trees 2021 is OUTSTANDING
The Festival of Trees is pretty much the Quad Cities kick off to Christmas. It’s all the most amazing things about Christmas time packed into a few days: crafts, trees, lunches, stockings, ornaments, balls, performances, artists, a helium balloon parade, and, of course, oodles and oodles of magic!! Plus Festival of Trees raises money for Quad City Arts. Yay! Jump to the Festival details here.
The KwikStar Festival of Trees
November 20-28, 2021
RiverCenter, Davenport, IA
You can find a ton of info on the website https://www.qcfestivaloftrees.com/
Events
Opening Night Festivities
Friday, November 19 at 7 p.m - $50
RiverCenter South, Davenport, IA
Guests get to be the first ones to view and bid on designer displays and enjoy amazing food, raffles and LowDown Brass Band will play!
Helium Balloon Parade
Saturday, November 20 at 10 a.m. - FREE
Downtown Davenport, IA
The largest helium balloon parade in the Midwest. New balloons this year: Optimus Prime, Animal from the Muppets, and the Cheshire Cat. It’s amazing and SO much fun!
***Don’t forget to stop by the free Hot Cocoa and Coffee tent sponsored by MetroNet before you make your way down the parade route!
NEW: A Rather Curious Brunch event
Sunday, November 21 at 11 a.m. - $40
Quad City Botanical Center
There’s little more magical and comforting than a delightful tea party. With a Mad Hatter theme and ensuing enchantment - you’ll love this new garden event.
Teddy Bear Tea
Sunday, November 21 at 2 p.m. - $25
DoubleTree by Hilton Davenport (former Radisson), Davenport, IA
A special tea party for kids 2-10. Bring a stuffed animal and enjoy a delightful event.
SugarPlum Ball
Tuesday, November 23 at 6 p.m. - $50
Waterfront Convention Center, Bettendorf, IA
A delightful event!! For lovely ladies and their favorite grownup, this date night includes dressing up, a tasty dinner and dancing all under the magical backdrop of Christmastime.
A Pre-holiday Lunch hosted by Local Celebrities
Wednesday, November 24 at noon - $50
Raise money for the arts while having a crazy fun time. Join local celebrities for music, fun, and laughter. Network with business professionals and meet some of the famous faces in the QC.
NEW: Festival After Dark - Silent Disco
Saturday, November 27 from 8-10 p.m. - $10 + Admission
RiverCenter, Davenport, IA
Of you’ve never been to a Silent Disco - this is your chance. IT’S SO MUCH FUN!! You grab a wireless headset and dance the night away as 3 live DJs battle it out for your attention. You can switch music genres and each headset glows based on what channel you are listening to. Then, if you want to talk to your friends, just remove your headset and you don’t have to shout. It’s AMAZING! Glowsticks, raffles and cash bar will be available.
There is so much more you can do at the festival itself.
- Visit Santa
- Crafts and games for kids
- Eat at the treat shoppe
- See the high school art exhibit
- Be delighted by the art gallery
- Make a purchase at the tinsel treasures gift shop
- See the Tree of Lights
- Watch the CenterStage talent perform
- Join the raffle for VIP baskets
- Watch the Festival Express train
- Check out Gingerbread Village
- Interact with Bo the Bear
- Stop at the Honor Tree
- Donate to the book tree
- Stare in wonder at the giant toy tree
- Photograph yourself at the new selfie stations
- And, most of all enjoy the stunning Great Hall with the Festival of Decorated Trees, crafts, dioramas, and other unique holiday creations!
General Admission Days and Hours
November 18 • Santa’s Special Stars Private Tours
November 19 • Silver Bell Social Senior Event, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
November 20 • Festival Opens to Public 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
November 21 • 10 a.m.-8p.m. Military Day $2 off all admission tickets for military families with military ID (Immediate family of military member only)
November 22 • 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
November 23 • 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
November 24 • 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
November 25 • CLOSED Thanksgiving Day
November 26 • 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
November 27 • 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Family Day $1 off all admission / Festival After Dark 8 p.m. – 10 p.m. ($10 upcharge with paid admission)
November 28 • 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Santa’s hours differ from regular general admission and will be available at: www.qcfestivaloftrees.com
Tickets
Tickets available for purchase at the doors during Festival hours.
10 Adults
$3 Children (2-10)
$6 Seniors (60+)
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
It takes a village of over 2,000 volunteers to bring the magic of Festival to our community each year and we are thankful for all who donate their time to make it a success. Sign-up for a shift and receive FREE admission to come back and visit us again. To register visit: www.qcfestivaloftrees.com/volunteer
We hope your holiday kicks off with as much magic and excitement as possible. Get your tickets for the Festival of Trees today to set the tone for a wonderful holiday season!