Lawrence Festival of Trees Auction Party Presented by Creative Planning

Join us to celebrate the 2026 holiday season at the 40th annual Lawrence Festival of Trees.

The Auction Party will be held on Saturday, December 5 at Maceli's. Check-in begins at 5:30 pm; the live auction program begins at 7 pm. Special Thanks to our Presenting Sponsor Creative Planning for their tremendous support.

More than 45 trees decorated by local individuals and groups will be sold during the party by live auction.
MC: Brian Hanni
Auctioneer: Ron Stricker

All proceeds benefit O'Connell Children's Shelter.

Images

Kick off your holiday season with the best party in town at the 39th Annual Festival of Trees!

Enter your email address below to receive a reminder message.

Please complete the Captcha

Date and Time

Saturday Dec 5, 2026
5:30 PM - 10:30 PM CST

Doors Open at 5:30 pm
Auction Program Begins at 7:00 pm

Location

Maceli's, 1031 New Hampshire St., Lawrence, KS 66044

1031 New Hampshire Street Lawrence KS 66044

Fees/Admission

$100 general admission reservation - your general admission reservation includes a buffet of heavy appetizers and dessert selections and complimentary wine and beer. Seating is not necessarily guaranteed.
$125 seated reserved reservation - Your seated reserve admission includes a selection of heavy appetizers and desserts at your table, complimentary wine and beer, and guarantees a seated view of the floor of the Auction program (in the balcony). Must be able to climb stairs to reach seats.
$200 VIP admission reservation - Your VIP reservation includes a selection of heavy appetizers and desserts at your table, complimentary wine and beer (with table service once the auction begins), and a VIP gift. It includes guaranteed seating in the main ballroom on the first floor.

Tickets on sale now! All proceeds benefit O'Connell Children's Shelter, supporting children, youth and families in Lawrence and surrounding communities since 1976.

Website

http://onecau.se/fotlawrence

Contact Information

Maren Ludwig
Send Email