Downtown Belmont Merchant Application

This December, enjoy a stroll through Stowe Park to enjoy a display of festive trees decorated by local organizations. This event is free and dog friendly.

Information & ExpectationsFirst place bragging rights will be awarded for each of the following categories:

• Non-Profit Organizations
• School
• Downtown Merchant
• For-Profit Organizations

Trees will be judged on theme, uniqueness, creativity, and overall presentation.  An event map will be published online and on the Belmont GO app, directing visitors to your tree. 

Important Dates

• Application opens - October 17, 2024
• Application deadline - November 4, 2024
• Tree decoration deadline - Monday, December 2nd (all trees decorated by 5:00 PM)
• Tree lighting ceremony (at City Hall) - Monday, December 2nd

Rules and Criteria

• This application is not for a tree in Stowe Park
• The tree must be located in your downtown business storefront/window
• Tree themes must be family-friendly
• The City of Belmont will provide a sign for each tree, including the organization/business name, theme, and logo.
• The organization must provide a tree theme and logo for this application.