As Christmas draws near, so does one of the most popular events in our local community. The Sandpoint Festival of Trees is a local event put on by Sandpoint Kinderhaven to raise funds for local abused and neglected children.
Sandpoint Festival of Trees: Dates & Location
The event will be held at the Bonner County Fairgrounds from December 1 through December 3, 2016 with different activities happening each day. Whether you want to observe the beautiful trees, or enjoy a magnificent dinner with your friends and family, this event offers it all — and supports local children!
December 1: Family Night
Time: 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
There will be cookies, hot cocoa, Santa and, of course, beautiful Christmas trees!
December 2: Holiday Luncheon
Time: Doors open at 11:00 a.m.
There will be a silent auction, as well as lunch and a viewing of the trees.
Admission: $50, or $650 for a table of 8
December 3: The Grand Gala
Time: Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Along with the silent auction, guests will be able to enjoy hors d’oeuvres, dinner catered by Ivano’s and the live auction of the Christmas trees.
Admission: $80, or $1,250 for a table of 8
Please refer to the Kinderhaven website for purchasing tickets, volunteering or finding out about other ways to contribute.
Sandpoint Kinderhaven
The Sandpoint Kinderhaven is a local non-profit organization that was started in 1996 by Marsha Ogilvie. Over 1500 children have since then been positively impacted by this organization, thanks, in part, to events like the Sandpoint Festival of Trees.