Festival of Trees & Lights
- What
- A variety of volunteer shifts - concessions, children's activities, admissions.
- When
- 10:30 AM to 7 PM - 2 shifts available each day
- Where
- Community Choice Convention Center - 833 5th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309
- Who
- Blank Children's Hospital
- Contact
- Erin Wendt
- erin.wendt@unitypoint.org
- Phone
- (515) 241-6838
Blank Children’s Hospital is proud to announce the 40th Annual Festival of Trees & Lights will be at the Iowa Events Center – Veterans Memorial Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center. The annual event is the largest fundraiser for Blank Children’s Hospital and is a central Iowa tradition to kick off the holiday season. The 40th Annual Festival of Trees & Lights will feature beautifully decorated trees, special performances from local music and dance groups, visits with Santa, a scavenger hunt, fun crafts and activities, and the chance to be inspired by impactful stories of children cared for at Blank Children’s. In addition, visitors can shop the Holiday Gift Shop for gifts and more.
Volunteering at Festival is a wonderful way to kick off your holidays and start the season of giving! Please consider donating your time. Teens are welcome to volunteer – 15 and younger must be accompanied by parent or adult volunteer. Please take special note of the dates and information below:
11/24/2023 – Festival Friday – open to the public 11 AM to 7 PM
11/25/2023 – Festival Saturday – open to the public 11 AM to 7 PM
11/26/2023 – Festival Sunday – open to the public 11 AM to 5 PM