Mark your calendars and support Santa Clarita’s children and teens at Festival of Trees. This year’s event will be held at Westfield Valencia Town Center, Friday Nov. 22 – Sunday, Nov.24. Held the weekend before Thanksgiving, Festival of Trees is Santa Clarita’s kick-off to the holiday season.

Join in the tradition and visit our Hall of Trees, where you will find 40+ beautifully designed and themed Christmas trees. In the Tabletop Christmas Trees area you will discover three-four foot trees that are guaranteed to amaze even the most seasoned elf. If the trees are not enough, the charming one-of-a-kind gingerbread houses are sure to get you into the holiday spirit with their creative and whimsical take on tradition. Be sure to get a photo with Santa while you’re there. Support local youth, get into the holiday spirit, and visit Festival of Trees at Westfield Valencia Town Center, Friday, Nov. 22 – Sunday, Nov. 24.

At Festival of Trees you will get to experience this unique event and have the opportunity to take a piece of it home with you. The best way to experience the event is to attend the Magic of the Lights Gala on Friday night. Held in The Canyon, the gala includes gourmet food, entertainment, and the public’s only opportunity to bid on the live auction Christmas Trees, many of which come with gifts such as event tickets, wine, furniture, jewelry and more. Silent auction tree and gingerbread house opening bids and buy-it-now options will be available. This event will sell out so purchase your tickets now. Sponsorship opportunities are now available. Visit https://www.scvbgc.org/festival-of-trees-santa-clarita/.

“This is going to be the most amazing Festival of Trees yet,” said Club Board President Ann-Marie Bjorkman. “We are so excited about our new location at Westfield. This is the best way to get into the holiday spirit in Santa Clarita. It’s such a wonderful event, and it all supports our local kids at Boys & Girls Club.”

Two other exciting events integrated into Festival of Trees are the Jingle Jam and Holiday Hocus Pocus Magic Show. Westfield will be holding their grand reopening Thursday, Nov. 21. As part of the celebration you can get a sneak peek at the trees at our swing dance: Jingle Jam. Bring the whole family Saturday night for one of Santa Clarita’s most unique event’s Holiday Hocus Pocus. Experience up close and stage magic while supporting Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley.

“Believe it or not, our tree designers started building and decorating this year’s trees in early October,” said Chief Executive Officer Matt Nelson. “We have the most amazing and dedicated volunteers. This event would not be possible without them.

“Make sure to check out the Holiday Hocus Pocus Magic Show on Saturday night,” Nelson said. “It is the perfect event for families. We have an incredible line up of magicians and entertainers. Oh, and we can’t forget that we will have dance groups performing throughout Festival of Trees on Saturday and Sunday.”

Saturday and Sunday the Festival of Trees will continue with General Admission hours from 10am-6pm both days. View all of the Large and Tabletop Christmas Trees, as well as the Gingerbread Houses. Bring your children to the Kid’s Corner for arts & crafts. Take a photo with Santa Claus. Additional entertainment is in the works for both days so check the Festival of Trees website for updates. https://www.scvbgc.org/festival-of-trees-santa-clarita/

Magic of the Lights Gala
Friday, Nov. 22nd, 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
The Canyon
$100 Individual tickets, tables available with sponsorships (www.scvbgc.org)
Join us for the premier Festival of Trees event!
Enjoy a cocktail reception amongst silent auction gingerbread houses, large trees, and tabletop trees, followed by live entertainment, a live auction of the large trees, drinks, and gourmet food. Festive attire.
Advanced Reservations Required (Individual Tickets & Tables Available)

Festival of Trees General Admission
Saturday, Nov. 23rd, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 24th, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
$8 adults, $3 children, $4 seniors & military
Enjoy large tree, tabletop tree, and gingerbread house viewing; live entertainment; arts & crafts in the Kids’ Corner, and photos with Santa either day during General Admission at this year’s Festival of Trees.
Select items available for silent auction bidding.
Pay for Admission at the Door.
Additional activity tickets available on site.

Sunday at 5:00 p.m. Silent Auction Bidding Closes

Holiday Hocus Pocus Magic Show
Saturday, Nov. 23rd, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
$10 all ages
Enjoy up close and personal magic as well as a live stage show. Great for the kids!

Jingle Jam
Thursday, Nov. 21, Time TBD
$10 all ages
Dance the night away at our festive swing dance. Great for novice and advanced. Fun for all!

Location: Westfield Valencia Town Center, 24201 Valencia Blvd, Valencia, 91355.

Founded in 1968, the Boys and Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley helps over 5,000 local youth reach their full potential by supporting academic success, providing a second home, and building leaders. Membership is just $60 a year for the first child and $45 for each additional sibling (scholarships available).

If you would like to be sponsor for the Festival of Trees, benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley, please contact Ali Campbell at (661)254-2582 ext. 114 or alic@scvbgc.org or visit us online at www.scvbgc.org.

Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/464428777631449/.