Festival of Trees 2025
Tickets are SOLD OUT for the 2025 Festival of Trees gala!
A holiday gala to support hope, healing, and lasting impact.
Join us for an elegant evening of seasonal beauty and community giving.
The night features stunning holiday trees decorated by local businesses and community groups, festive food and drink, and both silent and live auctions—all benefiting the vital child advocacy and support services provided by KARE.
Thursday, November 20, 2025
York Dining Commons at Lake Junaluska
About the Festival of Trees Gala
The Festival of Trees Gala is KARE’s signature fundraising event. This cherished, annual tradition brings our community together to celebrate the season of giving and make a difference in the lives of children and families in Haywood County.
This elegant evening features:
- A Showcase of Creativity –
Admire and bid on trees uniquely designed and decorated by local artists, businesses, and community groups. - Delicious Dinner and Festive Drinks – Share a meal with fellow supporters and make some new friends.
- Silent and Live Auctions – Bid on unique and curated items, baskets, experiences, and more!
- Raffles & Giveaways –
Participate in exciting raffles for a chance to win fabulous prizes. - Captivating Entertainment – Enjoy live music and performances.
This Year’s Event:
Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
Location: York Dining Commons at Lake Junaluska
Your Impact
In 2024, the Festival of Trees raised more than $80,000—our most successful year yet!
Every dollar helped KARE provide critical advocacy, education, and support to children and families in Haywood County.
This year, we’re aiming even higher—and we need your help to make it happen.
Below, you’ll find ways to get involved with KARE’s 2025 Festival of Trees!
Ways to Support Our Mission
Volunteer Opportunities
To volunteer, call us at
828-456-8995 or email
Lauren at LLanoue@karehouse.org
Moments from Last Year's Festival
Take a look at some of the magic from our 2024 Festival of Trees Gala. From dazzling trees to joyful bids and elegant table-scapes, the night was unforgettable—not just for what was raised, but for the joy and connection we shared. In the final weeks of preparation, our community was navigating the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. And yet—people showed up. With generosity, heart, and hope. The gala became a celebration of resilience and the power of coming together, even in hard times.
Thank You to Our 2025 Sponsors
Crystal Presenting Sponsor
Holly Sponsors
Star Sponsors
Hometrust Bank
Mountain View Housing
Paddle Sponsor
Valley Precast
Tinsel Sponsors
Epsilon
Bishop Financial
Cook’s Flooring
Evergreen
Clark & Leatherwood
Bartlett Operations
Haywood County Foster Care
Hambleton Gardens
Cashiers Chimney Professionals
Mistletoe Sponsors
Innovation Woodworking
Champion Credit Union
Rotary Club of Haywood County
David Francis & Olivia Farmer
Haywood EMC
New Covenant Church
Haywood County Schools Foundation
