The holiday event of the season in Billings, since 1985.
Opens Thursday, December 3 at MetraPark’s First Interstate Arena. Every dollar raised supports child abuse prevention in Yellowstone County.
Forty-one years of trees, lights and neighbors
For many families in Billings, the holidays aren’t complete without a walk through the Festival’s decorated trees.
The Festival is Family Tree Nurturing Center’s major fundraiser, supported by banks, hospitals, churches, nonprofits, local businesses, schools, scout troops and many individual donors. Donating or buying a tree, sponsoring the event, or joining the weekend activities all raise money and awareness for families in Yellowstone County and the surrounding area.
All dollars raised go where they’re needed most: the child abuse prevention programs at Family Tree Nurturing Center. Referrals are increasing and the number of families we serve keeps growing.
Watch the 40th anniversary videoWays to take part
Sponsorships and donations are handled on our Givebutter page. Questions? Email info@ftnc.org.
Sponsor a tree
Decorate a tree for the Gala Tree Auction. Your name appears in the program, the Gala slideshow and beside your tree.
$125 per space. Sponsor by Friday, Nov. 13.
Sponsor on GivebutterCraft and gift vendors
All booths for the Dec. 4 and 5 Craft and Gift Show are taken. Thank you to every vendor joining us this year.
Come shop the show!
Food booths and trucks
Food vendor spaces are full for 2026. Watch this page next fall for 2027 booths.
Come hungry!
Donate
Give any amount online, or donate a wreath, basket or other item valued at $75 or more to the silent auction.
Any amount helps.
Give on GivebutterFestival schedule
Three days of trees, shopping and entertainment at MetraPark’s First Interstate Arena.
Tree sponsors receive set-up and pack-up instructions after sponsoring.
- 5 PM Festival of Trees opens
- 7 AM to 1 PM Vendor move-in and set-up
- 1 PM to 3 PM Tee in the Trees
- 5 PM to 8 PM Main events
- 10 AM to 6 PM Craft and Gift Show, or until the end of entertainment
Sponsor and vendor details
Everything you need to know before you sponsor. For more information, email info@ftnc.org.
Gala Tree Auction
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Sponsor fee Each 10' x 8' space and wood base to secure the tree stand. No outside bases. | $125 |
| Tear-down fee Optional. We pack up your tree for you. | $50 |
- Display locations are assigned in the order sponsorships are received.
- Your tree description should give at least 4 details about the tree and anything that comes with it, in 200 words or fewer. It’s printed in the program and read by the auctioneer.
- Each tree sponsor receives up to 2 complimentary Gala Auction tickets. Additional tickets are available to purchase.
- Tree and donor names appear in the Festival program, on the Gala slideshow, and in front of your tree.
- Set-up and pack-up instructions are sent after you sponsor.
Vendors and food
All 2026 craft, gift and food booths are taken. Booth pricing for reference:
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Regular booth, 10' x 10' | $125 |
| Prime (corner) booth, 10' x 10' | $150 |
| Food booth | $200 |
| Electricity, 110V / 220V | $40 / $60 |
| Tables | $10 each |
- Confirmed vendors: move-in and set-up is Friday, Dec. 4, 7 AM to 1 PM. Be ready to sell by opening.
- Only items listed with your booth may be sold or displayed.
- Vendors’ children are welcome when supervised in your booth.
- Card payments carry a 3% processing charge. MetraPark fees are subject to change.
Give to the Festival
Your gift funds home visiting, parenting classes, respite childcare and the other prevention programs that keep kids in Yellowstone County safe. Referrals keep climbing, and now more than ever, families need your support.
Other ways to give
Silent auction items. Wreaths, baskets or other items valued at $75 or more. Contact JoAnn Callahan at (406) 252-9799 or joann.callahan@ftnc.org.
Event sponsorship. Sponsorship opportunities are listed on our Givebutter page. Questions? Email info@ftnc.org.