Adopt a Tree
San José • Since 1980 • 46+ Years of Magic
District, City & County Trees
🔔 How the Reverse Auction Works
The earlier you adopt, the more you save your spot — but waiting could mean a lower price.
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Prices Start High
Premium spots go first at top-tier pricing on May 1st
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3 Pricing Phases
May · July · September
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But Trees Sell Out!
The best locations go fast — wait too long and your tree is gone
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You Choose the Moment
Lock in your perfect tree at the price that's right for you
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Christmas in the Park
Seasonal Auction Pricing
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Prices drop every phase — adopt early for premium placement, or wait for the best deal
📅 3 Pricing Phases
⬇️ Prices Decrease Over Time
🔥 Best Trees Go First
| 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 | ||
⚠️ Sponsor Trees require a signed sponsorship agreement. Contact ted@christmasinthepark.com for details.
🏘️ 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.
🌱 Start
$0
🌱 Sprout
$50
🌿 Seedling
$150
🌿 Sapling
$300
🌲 4 ft
$500
🌲 6 ft
$1,000
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$2,500
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$5,000
+ more tiers beyond $5,000 that nobody has unlocked yet... 👀
📍 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!
or
📊 Community Tree Tracker
Watch your community's tree grow in real time
Christmas in the Park is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations are tax-deductible. EIN: 77-0046955
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Christmas in the Park • San José, CA • A 501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Making the holidays bright since 1980 ✨