Sign Up to Decorate a Tree at Red Earth TreeFest 2025
TreeFest is more than holiday décor, it’s a celebration of Native culture, community, and storytelling.
Each year, Red Earth invites tribal nations, organizations, and community groups to share their traditions by decorating a tree at the Red Earth Gallery in the BancFirst Tower, downtown Oklahoma City.
Every tree tells a story, whether through handmade ornaments, cultural symbols, or art objects that reflect the identity of the people who create them.
From birch bark canoes on the Citizen Potawatomi tree to painted ponies honoring the Comanche as the “Lords of the Plains,” each design offers visitors a glimpse into Oklahoma’s rich tribal heritage.
Past TreeFests have also featured the Women’s Tree, celebrating the role of women in tribal cultures, and the Red Earth Docent Tree, covered in hundreds of handmade ornaments like beaded corn, dreamcatchers, and mini tipis.
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Why participate?
Cultural pride – Share your tribe’s unique heritage with thousands of visitors.
Education – School groups and families learn about the meaning and symbolism behind each tree.
Community connection – TreeFest is free and open to the public, creating a welcoming space for cultural exchange.
Visibility – Your tribe’s tree becomes part of a beloved Oklahoma City tradition seen throughout the holiday season. -
Event details
When: November 13 – December 31, 2025
Where: Red Earth Gallery, BancFirst Tower, 100 N. Broadway Ave., Suite 110, Oklahoma City, OK 73102
Deadline: All trees must be decorated by Wednesday, November 12 at 5:00 pm