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'Festival of Trees' returns to the Mall of America this holiday season, benefitting Special Olympics Minnesota

Check out an installation of 80 uniquely decorated Christmas trees at MOA from Nov. 16 through Jan. 4

MINNEAPOLIS — KARE 11 and the Mall of America have teamed up for a second year to create a Christmas tree installation like no other!

These are not your typical Christmas trees. Each tree is designed by a different business, which is reflected in its ornaments and decorations. Throughout the holiday season, all of these unique trees will be showcased, including a KARE 11 Weather Warn tree, a Paw Patrol tree, an AVEDA hairbrush tree, various Minnesota sports trees, and more! 

MOA's Festival of Trees is a free public event that will allow our community to enjoy a unique holiday experience and raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics Minnesota.

Donations are suggested but not required. All proceeds benefit Special Olympics Minnesota

Guests will also have the opportunity to purchase $10 tickets for a drawing to win their favorite tree décor. 

Purchase two or more raffle tickets or donate $20 to receive a limited-edition Special Olympics Minnesota ornament designed in collaboration with Ky’s Kards. *While supplies last. Must be 18 years or older to purchase a ticket or win a prize.*

Festival of Trees is located on Level 3, Culinary on North Central Parkway.

Open hours are: 

Nov. 16 - Dec. 10:

  • Sunday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
  • Monday + Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday – Saturday: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Dec. 11 - Dec. 23:

  • Sunday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
  • Monday – Saturday: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Dec. 26:

  • Monday: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Dec. 27 - Jan. 3:

  • Sunday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
  • Monday – Saturday: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Jan. 4:

  • Wednesday: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Holiday Hours:

  • November 23 | Thanksgiving Eve: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • November 24 | Thanksgiving: Closed
  • November 25 | Black Friday: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • December 24 | Christmas Eve: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • December 25 | Christmas: Closed
  • December 31 | New Year’s Eve: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • January 1 | New Year’s Day: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

See below for a list of participating businesses and trees:  

  • KARE 11
  • Special Olympics Minnesota
  • Mall of America
  • Nickelodeon Universe
  • Minnesota Twins
  • Karl’s Fishing & Outdoors
  • Boga Balloons, Balloons, and Gift Shop
  • Orangetheory Fitness Minnesota
  • Home 2 Suites and Tru Hotel Hilton Minneapolis Mall of America
  • Wahlburgers
  • MOA Style
  • Banana Republic
  • 612 Fastpitch Minneapolis
  • Rock Of Ages Blacklight Minigolf
  • Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
  • Artful Living
  • Deluxe
  • Hubbard Broadcasting – KS95
  • Comcast
  • Kimley-Horn
  • Pepsi
  • Prime Video | SOMETHING FROM TIFFANY’S
  • Big Ten Women's Basketball Championship Presented by Minnesota Sports and Events
  • Ceridian
  • L.L. Bean
  • Chatime Tea
  • AC Hotel by Marriott Bloomington Mall of America
  • Minnesota Aurora FC
  • Event Lab
  • RuvaAfricWear
  • Minnesota Timberwolves & Lynx
  • Princess of America Minnesota/Great Lakes Royalty
  • Courtyard & Residence Inn Bloomington by Mall of America®
  • Bloomington Police Department
  • Country Inn & Suites/Park Plaza by Mall of America
  • Radisson Blu Mall Of America
  • Wisdom Gaming
  • Beard Papa's
  • Marshalls
  • Running Aces Casino, Hotel & Racetrack
  • The Body Shop
  • Aerie and Offline by Aerie
  • Minnesota Vikings
  • AVEDA
  • TownePlace Suites Minneapolis Mall of America
  • Folklore Digital
  • Chick-fil-A
  • Bally Sports North
  • PCL Construction Services, Inc.
  • Nectar Bath Treats
  • Dr. Dish Basketball
  • B&B Theatres Bloomington 13
  • Homewood Suites by Hilton® Minneapolis-Mall of America
  • F1RST WRESTLING
  • Nine Mile Brewing
  • Obstacle Academy
  • Fjallraven
  • Live Nation
  • Collins Electrical Construction Co.
  • VStar Entertainment Group
  • National Eagle Center
  • True Media
  • SEA LIFE at Mall of America
  • Element by Westin Bloomington Mall of America
  • Crayola Experience Mall of America
  • Moose Mountain Adventure Golf
  • The Junior League of Saint Paul, Inc.
  • IKEA Minneapolis
  • Legacy Toys
  • Bloomington Convention and Visitors Bureau
  • American Royal Beauties
  • Firefly Sisterhood
  • Pepper Palace
  • Casper

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