FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the Uptown Tree Trail?

The Uptown Tree Trail is a display of live Christmas trees through the heart of Uptown Columbus during December. We anticipate these trees to bring cheer to Broadway during the holiday season.

Where is it located?

The trees will be anchored along the Broadway median in Uptown, Columbus.

Who organizes this event?

Columbus State University’s Servant Leadership Program organizes the event, which will be hosted by Uptown Columbus. The trees for the Uptown Tree Trail are provided by our friends at Buck Field Tree Farm.

Who decorates the trees?

Trees are purchased by local businesses, organizations, groups, or families. The trees will be decorated by the purchasing party. If needed, the students from the Servant Leadership Program can help an organization decorate their tree.

What do I put on my tree?

Branded material from your company, organization or group is welcome. Use a theme matching your company’s mission or craft something totally unique. No matter what, get creative and have fun! (We only ask that you keep it appropriate for all ages!)

What are the guidelines for decorating my tree?

  • IMPORTANT: Please secure all decorations to your tree using pipe cleaners, small zip ties, or other strings/ties to prevent hook ornaments from falling off in the wind. 

  • Decorators must provide their own decorations and lighting.

  • Decorators must provide one 10 ft outdoor-rated extension cord. Please label your cord with the name of your business/organization.

  • Decorators must use LED outdoor lights only. We reserve the right to remove any lights that are not LED. We recommend using 4-5 strings of LED outdoor lights per tree.

  • Edible items used to decorate are prohibited including but not limited to candy canes, popcorn, and bird seed.

  • Drilling into the fence is NOT allowed.

  • Uptown Tree Trail will provide each sponsor with one live Christmas tree, signage listing the sponsor and electricity.

  • Please, no offensive or inappropriate decor. We reserve the right to remove offensive displays.

What are some things I should bring to decorate my tree?

  • Outdoor-rated extension cord

  • Weather-proof decorations

  • Small step ladder

What payment options do I have for sponsoring a tree?

You may pay for trees using cash, check, or credit card. Checks should be made out to the CSU Servant Leadership Program. Please note that trees will not be reserved until payment is received. 

When does the Uptown Tree Trail open & how long does it last?

Uptown Tree Trail kicks off on the first Friday in December and closes on the first Monday of January. If you purchase a tree, you will receive specific information about set up and clean up by email. 

How can I participate?

Purchase a tree for decoration or sponsor a tree for another party. Trees come in three sizes:

    Regular: 5-6 ft for $250

    Large: 7-8 ft for $500

    Anchor: 10-12 ft for $750

The cost of each tree includes electricity and a sponsor sign. The purchasing organization must provide all other decorations.