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 1stWhat 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
🏷️ 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!
🌲 Community Trees — For Everyone
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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.
🎄 Adopt a Tree in the Enchanted Forest
Choose your tree, personalize it, and check out securely right here — no need to leave the page. Every adopted tree helps light up Christmas in the Park.
Adopt a Tree
🔔 How the Reverse Auction Works
The earlier you adopt, the more you save your spot — but waiting could mean a lower price.
| Category |
PHASE 1
May 1 |
PHASE 2
Jul 1 |
PHASE 3
Sep 1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🏆 Tavern Trees | $4,500 | $3,500 | $2,500 |
| ⭐ Sponsor Trees | $2,000 | $1,500 | $1,000 |
| 🏢 Corporate / Business | $2,000 | $1,500 | $1,000 |
| 🎪 Club Trees | $400 | $300 | $200 |
| 🕊️ Memorial Trees | $400 | $300 | $200 |
| 👨👩👧👦 Family Trees | $400 | $300 | $200 |
| 🏘️ Community Trees | $400 | $300 | $200 |
| 🎓 School Trees | $400 | $300 | $200 |
| 🏛️ District, City & County Trees | 👇 See Below for our Community Tree Program | ||
🏘️ Grow Your Community’s Tree
Every San José council district, the County of Santa Clara, and the City of San José each get a community tree at Christmas in the Park. The more your community donates, the BIGGER the tree grows. Rally your neighbors, local businesses, and community groups — because this tree represents YOU.
All donations must be in by November 1, 2026. Minimum donation: $10.
📍 What District Am I In?
Enter your zip code — we’ll find your community tree instantly
🌟 Donate to Grow a Community Tree
Choose your community and make a donation. Every dollar counts toward growing your tree!
📊 Community Tree Tracker
Watch your community’s tree grow in real time
The map shows every tree, color-coded by category. Click any tree to see details and adopt.
Important 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.
🎄 Adopt Your Tree NowQuestions? Contact ted@christmasinthepark.com or call 408-297-9627