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37th annual Festival of Trees

Since 1990, Festival of Trees has kicked off the holiday season with an unforgettable celebration for an extraordinary cause. Organized by Kennedy Krieger Institute, this three-day celebration brings Baltimore together to raise critical funds for children, adolescents and adults with diseases, disorders and injuries impacting the nervous system.

Held at the Maryland State Fairgrounds, the event features hundreds of beautifully decorated trees, wreaths and gingerbread houses, a massive vendor marketplace, rides, games, crafts, live entertainment and holiday magic galore.

Proceeds from Festival of Trees provide essential unrestricted support that enables Kennedy Krieger to meet the most pressing needs across the Institute. These flexible funds help sustain exceptional care, advance discovery, support our dedicated team, and create opportunities that make Kennedy Krieger a place where hope and healing happen for the patients, students, and families we serve every day.

Whether you’re shopping for a cause, meeting Santa for the first time or dancing the night away at our new Tinsel on Tap, you’re helping us create a brighter future for thousands of children and families.

Festival of Trees 2026: This is Where Holiday Joy Happens!

Thanksgiving Weekend | Maryland State Fairgrounds

This three-day holiday celebration benefits the patients, students and programs at Kennedy Krieger Institute and kicks off the most wonderful time of the year for families throughout the region.

Join us at Festival of Trees 2026!

Friday, November 27, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday, November 28, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday, November 29, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Back By Popular Demand: Tinsel on Tap!

This exclusive 21+ holiday pop-up transforms Festival of Trees into an after-hours winter wonderland filled with a live DJ, dancing, holiday trivia hosted by Charm City Trivia, a shopping marketplace with unique gift vendors, festive cocktails, and more. A limited number of tickets are available while supplies last.

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NEW: WTMD’s Sunday Morning Tunes at Festival of Trees!

Kennedy Krieger Institute and Baltimore Public Media present WTMD's Sunday Morning Tunes Holiday Princess Singalong for all ages! Enjoy a live concert and all the magic of Festival of Trees, with reduced crowds, unlimited amusement rides for the kids, visits with Santa, special giveaways and all-day admission to Festival of Trees!

The Holiday Princess Singalong features two princesses, Candice and Kathryn, performing songs from Disney movies (“Frozen,” “Moana” and more) as well as holiday classics. Come dressed as your favorite prince or princess! Special ticket required, limited quantity available.

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