Christmas tree festivals in north and south Walton

November 28, 2014

freeportfestivaloftrees3Enjoy beautifully decorated Christmas trees this holiday season at a variety of locations in south Walton, Freeport, and DeFuniak Springs.

Grand Boulevard, Sandestin – Nov. 25 – Dec. 25
Grand Boulevard’s fifth annual Festival of Trees showcases 12 uniquely decorated Christmas trees from area non-profit organizations. The trees will be on display Nov 25 – Dec 25 in Grand Park. The public is invited to attend the kickoff Tuesday Nov 25 from 4 to 6 pm as the trees are lighted, judged on their decorations and winners announced at 6.

A People’s Choice winner will be selected by the voting public that night as well. Abrakadoodle will provide festive holiday face painting, making it a kickoff to the holidays for the entire family.

Festival of Trees at Chautauqua Hall of Brotherhood in DeFuniak Springs Dec. 5 – 7
Visit the spectacular display of trees and wreaths decorated for Christmas in the historic Chautauqua Hall of Brotherhood on Circle Drive in DeFuniak Springs.  Light refreshments served. Local business and organization sponsors make this event possible through their participation.  Dec. 5, 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.; Dec. 6, 8 a.m. – 9.p.m.; Dec. 7, 1 p.m. – 9 p.m.; Free admission. Donations accepted to help fund an elevator in this historic building.
Sponsored by Chautauqua Hall of Brotherhood Foundation, Inc.  For more information, call  (850) 892-7625.

Freeport Festival of Trees and Cookies with Santa – Dec. 12 – 13
The Freeport Town Planters are hosting Festival of Trees at the Blount House Dec. 12 – 13. The event will be held from 3 – 7 p.m. on Dec. 12, and 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Dec. 13. Enjoy cookies with Santa on Dec. 13 from 10 a.m. – 12 Noon.
The Blount house is located at 541 Kylea Laird Road, Freeport. For more information, call (850) 588-9945.