Tannenbaum Forest Opens in the Amana Colonies - November 27-December 20, weekdays by appointment
AMANA, Iowa- Tannenbaum Forest in the Historic Amana Colonies. There is an authentic experience waiting for all ages during this holiday celebration, music, holiday goodies and FUN!
Welcome the winter season on November 27, with the Tannenbaum Forest opening ceremony at 5:30pm. This year's forest will feature Santa, St. Nick's Café, Reindeer, carolers, children's corner and gingerbread houses. Travel through our Forest and see over 40 Christmas trees, decorated by local businesses. A free-will donation of $3.00 is encouraged. Proceeds of the forest benefit The University of Iowa Children's Hospital.
Live performances in the Festhalle Barn featuring the Cindy Shadrick Voice Studio, will continue throughout the duration of the Tannenbaum Forest.
The Amana Colonies Celebrate the 30th Prelude to Christmas December 4-6, and Children's Music Weekend December 11-13.
The Tannenbaum Forest is open, weather permitting, each weekend November 27-December 20, with weekday openings available by appointment.
Prelude to Christmas in the Amana Colonies Celebrates 30 Years on Friday December 4, Saturday December 5, and Sunday December 6
AMANA, Iowa- Catch the holiday spirit and join us for our 30th Prelude to Christmas in the Historic Amana Colonies. There is an authentic experience waiting for all ages during this holiday celebration with music, holiday goodies and FUN!
Prelude to Christmas will kick off Friday, December 4th with weekend-long special events around the Seven Villages. Shop your way through our candle lit streets, and visit the Church Bazaar and Cookie Walk for a special one of a kind treat. See the Amana Heritage Museum's "A Glimpse of Christmas Past" to see how Christmas was celebrated during the Amana Colonies' communal times.
Our Tannenbaum Forest will feature over 40 Christmas trees, decorated by local businesses. Bid on your favorite holiday gift basket filled with specialty items from our shops while you listen to Christmas carols. Don't forget to visit with Santa's and give him your Christmas list. Admittance to Tannenbaum Forest is free; a free-will donation is encouraged. Proceeds benefit the University of Iowa Children's Hospital.
Live performances in the Festhalle Barn including the Cindy Shadrick Voice Studio, Eastern Iowa Brass Band Quintet and the Riverbottom Ramblers, and will continue throughout the duration of Tannenbaum Forest (weekends Nov 27-Dec20).
Call the Amana Colonies Visitors Center to plan your escape today, 319-622-7622. For more information and full scheduling for Tannenbaum Forest and Prelude to Christmas in the Amana Colonies, visit festivalsinamana.com.
