Festival of the Trees
Festival of the Trees
Friday, November 22, 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday, November 23, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Monday, November 25, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tuesday, November 26, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
at Campus Life, Sheboygan, WI
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We are thrilled to announce the upcoming Christmas festival for people of all ages. This event is a fun, family-friendly, holiday experience. Come and enjoy all the sights and sounds of Christmas.
Come and see all the Christmas trees, wreaths, centerpieces, and nativity displays that are decorated and donated by our local community. As you wander through the Christmas wonderland, you will have the opportunity to vote on your favorite display in each category. If you fall in love with some while wandering, no problem. It can be yours to own by simply joining in on the online auction. All proceeds from the sale of all the displays will go directly to Campus Life Family Ministries and support our ministry here. Want to learn more about our ministry, check out our ministry page.
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The fun doesn't end by simply looking at all the beautiful displays! Music, refreshments, holiday shopping, and other fun Christmas activities will be happening throughout the festival. There will be something for everyone to enjoy.
Kick off your Christmas season by joining us for the Festival of the Trees on November 22-23 & 25-26 at the Campus Life facility located at 6426 S. Business Drive, Sheboygan, WI 53081. You won't want to miss out on this opportunity to start your holiday season out with beauty, fun, and support.
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Intrigued and want to see how you can be involved. Simply scroll down to learn more!
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How Can I Be a Display Donor?
Do you love Christmas? Do you love to decorate? Are you looking for a way to promote your business? If you answered yes to any one of these questions, we need you!
We are looking for local people, organizations, or businesses to donate a display for the festival. You choose which display(s) you would like to complete for the festival. You will receive visible recognition that you have donated this particular item. It's a great and fun way to promote your business, organization, or talents. Simply fill out the registration form online by using the button on the left, or you can request a hard copy, by emailing lori@gocamplife.com or by calling 920-457-2381, for return via mail. Once you have registered, no later than November 1, 2024, get your team and creative juices flowing, so you can start planning your display. We can't wait to see what you create. Guidelines booklets are available for each display type.
*Large Christmas trees (6-9')
*Small Christmas trees (3-5')
*Tabletop trees (2' and under)
*Wreaths
*Centerpieces
*Nativity displays
*Drop off/setup info. sheet
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Attending the Festival
If you love Christmas, are looking for a new holiday tradition, are wanting to support Campus life, or all of the above, we can't wait for you to attend our festival!
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There are two ways you can plan on attending our event.
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You can purchase Early bird tickets in advance to take advantage of discounted ticket prices. Early bird prices are as follows: adults-$8.00, youth (5-17)-$3.00, under 5 free. The last day to purchase these discounted tickets is Nov. 21st at 11:59 pm. The tickets allow admittance to the festival for one day.
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On the day of the festival, you can purchase tickets at the door or online. Same day ticket prices will be: adults-$10.00, youth (5-17) $4.00, under 5 free. The tickets allow admittance to the festival for one day.
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Early-bird tickets are now available!
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New This Year:
Pre-Sale Father Daughter Ball Tickets!
Buy them at the Festival
before you can buy them online on December 1st.
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Fun Activities at the Festival
This festival is not simply limited to the decorated displays. We are going to have live music, refreshments, a place to start your holiday shopping, story time, and other fun activities for all ages.
Acclaimed authors Cynthia Ruchti and Sheboygan native Todd Zimmerman will be reading and signing their books!!! Don't miss out on this fabulous experience! Check out the special fundraising program featuring Oliver the Ornament by clicking the button on the side.
​Looking for a way to become part of the Christmas musical entertainment, use the musical sign-up button to reserve your spot.
Contact Lori Knuth Gumm, Director of Donor Development, at lori@gocampuslife.com with any questions.
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Ways to Support if You Can't Attend
If you are unable to attend, there are still ways that you can participate in this festival. Here's how.
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You can bid on the decorated items through our online auction. Click the button on the rights once the festival begins to place your bid.
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If you are unable to attend, but would still like to support Campus Life in its mission, you can make an online donation by using the donate button to the right. Or you can mail a donation to Campus Life,
6426 S. Business Drive, Sheboygan, WI 53081.
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PRAY
As always, we ask that you pray for this festival and the work we are entrusted to do here at Campus Life. We pray that we may be Christ's light not only at this time of the year, but all year long.