Decorate a Tree!

This year's Festival of Trees celebrates a special national milestone-America's 250th anniversary. As the nation prepares to mark the Semiquincentennial in 2026, we proudly invite tree decorators to interpret "250 Years of America."

Each decorated tree will reflect the theme through one or more of the following inspirations: History & Heritage: Draw from the traditions, handcrafts, symbols, and stories that shaped our nation's early years. Cultural Contributions: Honor the diverse communities and ethnic groups whose creativity, labor, and spirit have helped define America. Innovation & the Future: Look ahead with imaginative designs that represent progress, discovery, and hope for the next 250 years.

Get your entry form in by November 14! Tree set-up is November 21-22nd from 10am-4pm. To participate, find the entry form and decorating guidelines below or email ecole@theredmill.org for more information.

Entry Form & Guidelines Volunteer to Clean the Grounds

Winter Village

Thanksgiving Weekend Nov 28-30, Dec 6-7

Marketspace Vendor Events joins the 16th annual Festival of Trees 2025 to bring you Winter Village at The Red Mill.

* Five days of festive shopping in a heated outdoor market featuring 50+ local craft artisans, food trucks, and activities each day.
* Festival of Trees - Stroll through the museum grounds decorated with beautifully adorned holiday trees and vote for your favorites.
* Dickens Days - Enjoy theatrical carolers, horse-drawn carriage rides, and Victorian-era charm in Downtown Clinton.

A general admission fee will be retained by the museum for guests (12 and under are free) entering the festival and Winter Village. Current museum members are free.

Let Marketspace promote you! Small businesses make big magic happen in Clinton, NJ during the holidays. Become a sponsor of Winter Village at the Red Mill Museum - a handmade holiday market that brings thousands to town and helps fund the museum's programs and preservation. Sponsorships start at $25!

Tickets Become a Winter Village Sponsor

Festival of Trees

Thanksgiving Weekend November 28-30, Friday-Sunday Dec 6-21

This beloved holiday tradition finds our historic buildings and grounds decked out for the holidays with trees decorated by individuals, families, organizations and clubs! This festive backdrop is the perfect setting for our annual Winter Village which is held the first two weekends of Festival of Trees.

The following weekends we are open for a stroll around the decorated grounds, holiday shopping in our boutique shop and, on Saturdays and Sundays, live historic demonstrations and activities the whole family will enjoy.

Admission is free for current museum members. Tickets are available at the door: $10 for adults, children 12 and under are free.

*Tickets for Winter Village outdoor market are available in advance, please see the Winter Village post on this page*

Become a Member

Friends of the Red Mill 2025 Schedule

The Friends of the Red Mill volunteer at the museum shop, special events and on a wide variety of projects.

The public is invited to their free monthly meetings which feature speakers, presentations, light refreshments and camaraderie. Mark your calendar for this year's meeting schedule!

No need to RSVP for most meetings, but if you would like more information, please email: redmillfriends@gmail.com

Become a Festival of Trees Sponsor

We are excited to invite your business to become a valued sponsor of the Festival of Trees, a beloved holiday tradition at the Red Mill Museum Village. This annual celebration is the cornerstone for the Winter Village market which attracts over 8,000 attendees from across the county and state each year as well.

We are offering an exclusive tax-deductible sponsorship that can elevate your brand while supporting the preservation and education efforts of our museum. For only $250, you will receive:

* Two free tickets to attend the Winter Village

* Inclusion of your business name/logo shared on the Red Mill Museum Village website, Facebook and Instagram pages (17,000 followers) as well as on display screens prominently displayed the Festival of Trees

* And more!

Click on the button below to become a sponsor today!

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2025 EVENTS CALENDAR

MARCH 14-16: Hunterdon County Irish Festival hosted by the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick
APRIL 12: Hands-On History Traditional Crafts Festival
APRIL 27: Half-O-Ween Volunteer Appreciation & Recruitment Event
MAY 3: Kentucky Derby Party
MAY 18: Wheels for the Wheel
JUNE 1: British Car Show
JUNE 6-7: UNCORK Summer Wine & Music Festival Weekend
JUNE 14: Salute to Service
JUNE 28: Summer Concert with the
Captains of Leisure
AUGUST 2-3 Soulstice Music & Arts Festival
AUGUST 16: Summer Concert with Liquid Garden
AUGUST 30: Summer Concert with High in the Mid 80s
OCTOBER Fridays & Saturdays: Haunted Red Mill
OCTOBER Saturdays: Happy Haunts
OCTOBER Thursdays 9, 16, 23 LightsON! Haunted Backstage Tours
NOVEMBER 28-30: Festival of Trees & Winter Village
DECEMBER 6-7: Festival of Trees & Winter Village
DECEMBER 13, 14, 20, 21: Festival of Trees