The I.O.D.E. Evergreen Tour

UPDATED DECEMBER 1, 2025

The I.O.D.E. Evergreen Tour – A Festive Tradition That Gives Back

The Imperial Order of the Daughters of the Empire (I.O.D.E.) is a Canadian women’s charitable organization founded in 1900, with its very first chapter, the Doris E. Sullivan, established in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Since 1986, the I.O.D.E. Evergreen Tour has been the chapter’s largest annual fundraiser, allowing guests to step inside beautifully decorated homes while supporting a meaningful cause.

Guests are invited on a festive journey through four curated, seasonally decorated homes in and around Fredericton. It’s a perfect way to welcome the holiday season, and every ticket directly supports local philanthropy. The Doris E. Sullivan Chapter proudly contributes to educational programming, scholarships, bursaries, food banks, shelters, and community initiatives across the region. By attending, you help make those programs possible.

Tickets & Tour Times

Date: Sunday, November 30, 2025

Tour Start Times: 5:30 PM · 6 PM · 6:30 PM

Reception: 6:30 – 9 PM at Government House

Tickets: $25

Where to Get Tickets:

My Consignment Fredericton – 5 Trinity Ave., Corbett Center
Jean Coutu Pharmacy – 598 Union St.
Online at: dorisesullivanchapter@gmail.com
When purchasing online, please include the full names of all ticket holders.

Tickets typically sell out, so be sure to secure yours early. Gather your friends, plan your route, and prepare for a festive evening you won’t want to miss!

Why It’s So Special

I’ve cherished the Evergreen Tour for years. There’s something magical about walking into homes glowing with lights, greenery, and décor that reflects each homeowner’s unique holiday spirit. Throughout this post, you’ll see a few of my favourite photos from tours gone by, moments filled with warmth, creativity, and festive inspiration. But nothing compares to experiencing it in person.

This year promises to be just as memorable, with four homes opening their doors to welcome guests. Whether you love historic charm, classic elegance, whimsical décor, or modern Christmas styling, there is always something to spark your imagination.

Reception at Government House

Following the tours, guests are invited to a reception at Government House, a beautiful finale to the evening. Enjoy tea, coffee, apple cider, and sweets while you mingle with other attendees and meet local I.O.D.E. members. Guests are welcome to explore the elegant first-floor rooms and stroll through the art galleries upstairs. It’s the perfect ending before heading home with fresh décor ideas and the spirit of the season in your heart.

Kick Off Your Holiday Season

The Evergreen Tour is more than décor, it’s community. It’s giving back. It’s stepping into Christmas with beauty, generosity, and inspiration. Whether you’re attending for the first time or it’s a yearly tradition, this event is a holiday favourite for a reason.

Hope to see you there.

Happy Holidays, and tell them the Maritimes Maven sent you!

There’s No Place Like Home

Learn how to decorate your own home with foraging floral stylist Rueben Mark Stewart. He helped By The River B & B shine for the Evergreen Tour and he also taught me how to bring the outside in to festively style my own home. Get inspired then learn how to D.I.Y. We share all the tips & tricks in my There’s No Place Like Home article.

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