Enchanted Forest

🌲 Adoptions Open May 1st, 2026

The Enchanted Forest

Over 600 decorated trees in the heart of downtown San José. Choose your spot on the interactive map, adopt a tree, and put your name in lights for over 1 million guests this holiday season.

🔒 Map Opens May 1st
672
Trees Available
1M+
Annual Guests
9
Categories
45+
Year Tradition

What Is the Enchanted Forest?

The Enchanted Forest is the centerpiece of Christmas in the Park — a walk-through display of decorated trees in Plaza de César Chavez, adopted by families, schools, nonprofits, businesses, and community groups. Each tree reflects creativity, remembrance, celebration, and holiday spirit.

Every adoption directly supports our mission: keeping the park free and open to all, and helping build a pipeline of STEAM education, scholarships, and mentorship for local youth — lighting the future for decades to come.

How It Works

1
Browse the Map
Explore 672 trees on our interactive map. Filter by zone, see what’s available, pick your perfect spot.
2
Adopt Your Tree
Choose your category and complete your adoption through our Shopify store. Instant confirmation.
3
Decorate It
Come out during Decorating Days (Nov 23–25) and make your tree shine for the season.
4
Shine All Season
Your tree is on display Nov 27 – Jan 1 for over 1 million visitors to enjoy.

🏷️ Early Supporters Get the Best Value

Our pricing works like a reverse auction — prices start at their highest on May 1st and drop in phases throughout the year. Early adopters get the best selection of prime locations while showing the strongest support for our community programs. The best spots go fast!

Phase 1
May 1, 2026
Highest prices · Best selection
Phase 2
July 1, 2026
Prices drop · Good selection
Phase 3
September 1, 2026
Lowest prices · Remaining spots

🌲 Community Trees — For Everyone

Perfect for families, schools, clubs, memorial tributes, and community organizations.
Community (180) School (89) Family (86) Memorial (63) Club (62)
480 trees available across 5 categories
Phase 1
$400
May 1
Phase 2
$300
Jul 1
Phase 3
$200
Sep 1
  • 6-ft decorated tree in the Enchanted Forest
  • Custom nameplate at base of tree
  • Listed on the official interactive park map
  • Perfect for memorials, family tributes, school pride, and club spirit

🏢 Sponsor & Corporate Trees

For businesses and organizations seeking brand visibility in front of 1M+ guests.
Corporate (102) Sponsor (63)
165 trees available across 2 categories
Phase 1
$2,000
May 1
Phase 2
$1,500
Jul 1
Phase 3
$1,000
Sep 1
  • Premium tree placement for maximum visibility
  • Company branding on nameplate
  • Listed on official park map & website
  • Seen by 1M+ guests per season
  • Great for team building & corporate community engagement

🥂 Tavern Trees — Premium

The most exclusive placement — inside and surrounding the Park Tavern, the park’s busiest gathering space.
Tavern (15)
15 trees available · Limited
Phase 1
$4,500
May 1
Phase 2
$3,500
Jul 1
Phase 3
$2,500
Sep 1
  • Prime high-traffic location in the social hub
  • Maximum brand exposure — the Tavern is the #1 hangout
  • Premium branded nameplate
  • Featured on website & social media
  • Only 15 available — most exclusive tier

🏛️ Official / Local Government Trees

Reserved for city districts, county offices, and local government entities. Community-funded — pricing by arrangement.
District/City/County (12)
12 trees · Contact us for details
  • Prominent placement representing your district or office
  • Community-funded initiative — supports local youth programs
  • Contact Ted directly to arrange

Choose Your Spot

Browse 672 trees on our interactive map. Filter by zone, check availability, and adopt — all in one place.

🗺️ Map Opens May 1st

The map shows every tree, color-coded by category. Click any tree to see details and adopt.

Important Dates

🚀
May 1, 2026
Phase 1 opens — adoptions go live at full price. Best locations, best selection.
📉
July 1, 2026
Phase 2 — prices drop. Good spots still available.
🏷️
September 1, 2026
Phase 3 — lowest prices. Remaining spots only.
🎄
November 23–25, 2026
Decorating Days — come out and make your tree shine! All participants must decorate during assigned days unless prior arrangements are made.
✨
November 27, 2026 — January 1, 2027
Display season — your tree is live for over 1 million visitors!
📦
January 2–3, 2027
Un-Decorating Days — all participants remove decorations during assigned dates.

Ready to Light the Future?

Adopt a tree and put your name in the heart of San José’s most beloved holiday tradition. Every tree supports keeping a 45+ year community tradition alive.

🔒 Adoptions Open May 1st

Questions? Contact ted@christmasinthepark.com or call 408-297-9627

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