Akron Children's 45th Holiday Tree Festival runs Nov 14 to 22, 2026 at the John S. Knight Center (77 E. Mill Street). Admission is free. Trees, wreaths and gifts are for sale, with proceeds supporting Akron Children's.
Quick facts
154 decorated trees, 84 wreaths and 179 holiday gifts for purchase, per the hospital's Oct 14, 2026 announcement. Live entertainment runs most days. Santa appears on a posted schedule. Breakfasts with Santa are Sat Nov 14 and Sat Nov 21 at 8:30 a.m., with registration online.
Hours
- Sat Nov 14: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Sun Nov 15: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Mon Nov 16 to Fri Nov 20: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Sat Nov 21: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Sun Nov 22: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sources
Checked Nov 6, 2026: official festival page; hospital announcement.