The holidays are a special time in Wright County, and if you're looking for a dash of festive cheer, the Wright County Historical Society is already decking the halls with its Festival of Trees. With the event reaching its final two weeks, there's still a chance to view the dazzling displays at the Historical Society building located at 2001 Hwy. 25, Buffalo. As reported by the official Wright County website, the festival has been drawing crowds, with a record-setting 360 visitors in just five-and-a-half hours last Saturday, December 20th.
For those looking to plan their visit, the Historical Society has published an open hours schedule. You can stop by Tuesday, December 23rd, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you're tied up wrapping presents or other last-minute holiday errands, there's also a special window on Christmas Eve, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Christmas Day the venue is closed, but it reopens Friday, December 26th, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Those looking for a sweet auditory treat are encouraged to visit on Saturday, December 27th, where between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m., Colleen Austin will be performing live harp music.
As the countdown to the new year begins, the festival will close its doors for a few days, so take note – Sunday, December 28th, and Monday, December 29th, will not offer viewing hours. The schedule picks up again the following Tuesday, and visitors can walk through the winter wonderland decor throughout the final days leading up to January 3rd, when the festival wraps up.
The Festival of Trees isn't just a visual feast; it's a tradition that brings together the community in a display of holiday spirit and local history. For those who have yet to experience the event, there are plenty options to fit it into your holiday plans. The full schedule includes additional days on Tuesday, December 30th, and Wednesday, December 31st, with doors open from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. After ringing in the New Year, the festival resumes Friday, January 2nd, during the same hours and concludes the following day, Saturday, January 3rd, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., marking the end of an event that's much more than just a showcase of ornately decorated trees – it's a centerpiece of community holiday festivities in Wright County.
