Get Ready for the Brightest of the Season
What began in 1984, as a modest display of 14 trees in a local warehouse, has grown to become a yuletide extravaganza that has raised over $5 million to improve healthcare in our community—proving that Saint Alphonsus Festival of Trees is more than just the hottest holiday ticket in town; it is a celebration of what can happen when people work together for a greater good.

Festival of Trees has become a favorite seasonal tradition for residents of the Treasure Valley. During Thanksgiving week, Boise Centre on the Grove becomes home to a wonderland of holiday beauty that is enhanced by a series of special events designed to please people of all ages. The Festival employs the time, skills, kindness and financial resources of hundreds of amazing sponsors and volunteers. Their hard work pays off in ways that benefit healthcare in our region.

Special Events and Attractions
The opening event of the Festival of Trees is the Gala, a formal dinner and auction that attracts 1,000 people and is considered to be the holiday event of the year. Senior Day follows and is another Festival favorite in which senior citizens are invited to enjoy a discounted admission price, a delightful holiday tea and an afternoon of entertainment. Family Day is fun for the whole family with games, crafts, prizes and special appearances by popular costumed characters. Throughout the Festival, children also enjoy Breakfast with Santa, Pictures with Santa, Craft Corner for Kids, the Art Contest and of course, the fun and challenging Scavenger Hunt. The Saint Alphonsus Auxiliary Gift Shop will be there, too, offering the best in gifts and décor for the season. The grand finale of the Festival is the Luncheon and Fashion Show. This lovely afternoon features a runway show of the latest fashions for men, women and children, provided by local boutiques and shops. Of course, enriching all these experiences is on-going live entertainment and a forest of beautifully decorated trees, wreaths and holiday décor items for everyone's viewing pleasure.

Our Thanks to You
Individuals, groups, families, businesses and corporations from the community step forward each year to be a part of the magic that is the Festival of Trees, and we are grateful for their continued commitment to improving healthcare in our region. We look forward to seeing you at the Annual Festival of Trees. Thank you for helping us fulfill the mission of Saint Alphonsus Foundation.

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