FESTIVAL OF TREES

Festival of Trees, an annual benefit for the Children’s Foundation, is a special event for the community, coordinated through volunteer efforts and dedicated to funding research into the causes and cures of childhood diseases. These philanthropic funds have been a crucial source of support for innovative pediatric research projects at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan that have advanced the science and practice of pediatric health.

Festival of Trees has evolved into one of the largest fundraising benefits for the Children’s Foundation through the Evergreen Endowment Fund. Over the past 40 years, Festival of Trees has funded over $25 million in hospital equipment and pediatric research. It has taken the dedication of many volunteers, as well as the generosity of many sponsors, to reach this milestone. This would not have been possible without their support.

The annual event in November draws thousands of visitors across southeast Michigan. We are excited to announce that 2026 will be our 42nd year! The event will once again take place at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center in Dearborn. The event will run from November 22nd through November 29th, with our Preview Gala being held on November 21st.

EVENT SCHEDULE

PREVIEW GALA

Saturday, Nov. 21: 7:30 - 10 PM

*DOORS OPEN AT 6:30 PM FOR VIP TICKET HOLDERS

PUBLIC SHOW

Sunday, Nov. 22: 2 PM - 9 PM

Monday, Nov. 23: 10 AM - 7 PM

Tuesday, Nov. 24: 10 AM - 7 PM

Wednesday, Nov. 25: 10 AM - 2 PM

Thursday, Nov. 26: CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING

Friday, Nov. 27: 10 AM - 7 PM

Saturday, Nov. 28: 10 AM - 7 PM

Sunday, Nov, 29: 10 AM - 4 PM