Festival Dates
Friday, November 20 to Saturday, November 28, 2026
Hours: 9:00 am to 9:00 pm
Proudly located at the Western Development Museum
Holiday Market
Hours: 9:00 am to 9:00 pm
Proudly located at the Western Development Museum
Holiday Market
- The holiday market takes place Friday, November 20 (9:00 am to 9:00 pm) and Saturday, November 21 (9:00 am to 8:00 pm) in the event hall
- Entry to the holiday market is included with general admission tickets purchased for November 20 or 21
Cashless
The Festival of Trees is cashless! Debit or credit will be used for all purchases including general admission, special event tickets, gingerbread cookies, trees, wreaths, centrepieces and gingerbread houses. 50/50 raffle ticket purchases can be made by credit card only.
Admission Info
General admission for the Festival of Trees includes entry to view all public areas & exhibits at the Western Development Museum during your visit. We strongly recommend advanced ticket sales, which is the fastest entry and helps us be prepared for your visit.
Walk up admission sales are available, using cashless payments only. Walk up admission entry is not guaranteed if capacity has been met.
Admission sales are handled by the Saskatoon Festival of Trees (rather than the Western Development Museum):
Permitted Passes (visit the pre-paid admission booth)
Passes Not Permitted for Complimentary Entry to the Festival of Trees
Any passes that are valid only for "regular museum admission" are not permitted for complimentary entry to the Festival of Trees as it is a ticketed event.
Admission sales are handled by the Saskatoon Festival of Trees (rather than the Western Development Museum):
- Admission prices do not include GST, PST or service fees
- All sales are final. No cancellations or refunds.
- Western Development Museum gift cards may not be used to purchase general admission tickets
Permitted Passes (visit the pre-paid admission booth)
- Festival of Trees passes
- WDM memberships (members must present a valid membership card)
- Canoo Program for New Canadians (see wdm.ca/canoo/)
- WDM complimentary passes (pre-2025)
Passes Not Permitted for Complimentary Entry to the Festival of Trees
- WDM bulk passes
- WDM partnership passes (City of Saskatoon Leisure, Dakota Dunes, Discovery Pass, Family Fun Discover Pass)
- WDM complimentary passes (post-2025)
- 50% off regular WDM admission for a visit within 30 days
- WDM volunteers (not scheduled for a shift) and guests
- WDM staff off-shift
Any passes that are valid only for "regular museum admission" are not permitted for complimentary entry to the Festival of Trees as it is a ticketed event.
Purchase General Admission
General admission tickets on sale here by September 1st.
Frequently Asked Questions
My pre-purchased admission ticket says 9:00 am. Can I visit at another time the same day?
My pre-purchased admission ticket is for a specific date, but I can no longer attend that day. Can I attend on a different date?
I can no longer attend. Can I give my tickets to someone else?
How can I visit the holiday market?
- Yes you can! Our hours are 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. Visit anytime during these hours. Please note, once your ticket has been scanned, it cannot be used for re-entry.
My pre-purchased admission ticket is for a specific date, but I can no longer attend that day. Can I attend on a different date?
- Absolutely! You can show your pre-purchased ticket and it will be valid for entry as long as it hasn't been scanned yet.
I can no longer attend. Can I give my tickets to someone else?
- Yes you can! Email or provide printed copies of your purchased tickets to someone taking your place.
How can I visit the holiday market?
- The holiday market takes place Friday, November 20 (9:00 am to 9:00 pm) and Saturday, November 21 (9:00 am to 8:00 pm) in the event hall
- Entry to the holiday market is included with general admission tickets purchased for November 20 or 21
- Present your November 20 or 21 general admission ticket at the entrance to the holiday market (or your hand stamp if you've already visited the Festival displays)
Additional Info
Gift giving? Advanced admission tickets can be picked up. Contact us to place your order. Special Event tickets (Royal Pajama Party, Father/Daughter Gala & Brunch With Santa) must be purchased in advance and include general admission into the Festival on the date of the event you're attending.
Admission Prices
Admission |
Advanced Admission (plus GST, PST & service fee) |
Walk Up Admission (plus GST & PST) |
Adult |
$19.00 |
$21.00 |
Senior (age 55+) |
$17.00 |
$19.00 |
Youth (age 6 to 17) |
$10.00 |
$12.00 |
Child (age 5 & under) |
Free |
Free |
Family/Small Group (up to 2 adults or seniors and up to 3 youth or children) |
$43.00 |
$46.00 |
Group or School Rate
Group or school rates can be offered to groups of 10 or more who pre-book a visit to the Festival of Trees by filling out the Group Bookings application form.
LocationOur event is proudly located at the Western Development Museum
2610 Lorne Avenue, Saskatoon, SK S7J 0S6 |
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