Looking for a great place to check out some Christmas cheer at the beach? Don't miss the Festival of Trees at Grand Boulevard. Date 11/22/2011 TO 12/25/2011 Time 10:00 AM TO 9:00 PM Event Description: Grand Boulevard’s second annual “Festival of Trees†will showcase 13 uniquely decorated Christmas trees from area non-profit organizations, Nov. 22 – Dec. 17 in Grand Park. The public is invited to attend the kick-off on Tuesday, Nov. 22, 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. as the trees are “turned on†and enjoy refreshments while Pro Arte Chorale performs Christmas music. “Festival of Trees†is free and open to the public. This year’s participating organizations are: American Cancer Society, Fisher House of the Emerald Coast, Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center, Seaside Neighborhood School, Children’s Volunteer Health Network, South Walton Montessori Academy, Shelter House, Children in Crisis, Nancy Veldman Ministries, Okaloosa AIDS Support and Information Services, Alaqua Animal Refuge, Hope Medical Center and Guardian Ad Litem. The non-profit organizations are competing to win cash prizes totaling $5,000, including Best of Show and People’s Choice. The public can vote for their favorite tree once a day and the tree with the most votes will win the People’s Choice award. The awards will be announced by Santa Claus on Saturday, Dec. 17 at 2 p.m. in Grand Park. The trees will remain on display through Christmas at Grand Park in Grand Boulevard. Stay in one of our luxurious rentals in Destin while enjoying this event.