Festival of Trees returns this week

Nov 21, 2024 | 6:00 AM

A Christmas tradition is back this week.

The Grande Prairie Regional Hospital Foundation’s 36th Festival of Trees will run from Thursday through Sunday at Evergreen Park.

Because of donations from the Longmate family and the City of Grande Prairie, admission is free for everyone this year.

Day 1 today (Thursday, November 21) will feature a sneak peek from 4 to 8 p.m.

Friday will be Seniors Day. Hours will go from 10 a.m. until 5:30 p.m.

There is also a Seniors’ Luncheon. Anyone going will need a ticket. The sold-out Mistletoe Mixer is also set for Friday night.

Saturday is Hope & Heroes Day, one that will include special recognition for emergency personnel.

The Holiday Barn Burner, which includes food, drinks, bull riding and live music goes from 7:30-11 p.m. Saturday. Tickets are still available.

Sunday will be Family Fun Day. Hours will be noon- 5 p.m.

The Teddy Bear Breakfast on Sunday is also sold out.

by Curtis Galbraith