Tickets are now on sale for the 41st annual CARTI Auxiliary Festival of Trees, a four-day series of holiday events, which are scheduled for Nov. 15-18 at the Statehouse Convention Center in Little Rock.
With a theme of “’Twas the Nights Before Christmas,” the CARTI Auxiliary Festival of Trees serves as the umbrella title for a slate of four individual events, all centered around seasonal celebrations benefiting CARTI, and its statewide network of cancer care facilities.
From the elegantly attired to the whimsically clever, a veritable "forest" of elaborately decorated trees, once again, serves as the focal point of the festival. Free general viewing, “Stroll Through the Forest,” is scheduled for 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 17.
The official Festival of Trees list of events includes:
● Sugar Plum Ball. Visions of sugar plums dance, not only in the head, but also on the dance floor at this classic daddy-daughter date nigh,t where each little princess, and the Prince Charming of her choice, step into a storybook setting for an evening of dining, dancing, tiaras, party favors,, and ballet dancers while mixing and mingling with Santa and Mrs. Claus, as well as the newly-crowned Mrs. Arkansas. Ticket sales are limited, and typically sell out early. The event is slated for Nov. 15 from 6-8:30 p.m., and tickets are 50 each.
● Festival After Dark. Holiday spirits will be "merry and bright" at this event, where guests dress in all- black or all- white. Those attending will enjoy face painting, live entertainment, and the treats provided by 17 of Central Arkansas’ eateries. The event is slated for Nov. 16 at 7 p.m., and tickets are $60.
● Festival of Fashion. Enjoy the hustle and excitement of a professional, disco-themed runway show in the tradition of New York Fashion Week. Get an up-close look at the colorful clothing and styles of some of Central Arkansas’ most popular boutiques, as Pam Cox is honored as the 2017 CARTI Style Icon. The event is slated for Nov. 17 at 6:30 p.m. (Doors open at 5 p.m.) Tickets are $50 each.
● Tux ‘n Trees. This celebration of traditional holiday elegance is one of Central Arkansas’ premier holiday events. Live and silent auctions showcase an evening filled with fine dining and dancing. Live entertainment is provided by Dizzy 7. At the event, the CARTI Auxiliary honors longtime CARTI advocate and cancer survivor, Dennis Jungmeyer, for his work on behalf of the cancer patients of Arkansas. The event is slated for Nov. 18 at 6 p.m., and tickets are $250 each.
Since its debut in 1977, the CARTI Auxiliary Festival of Trees has raised more than $7 million for CARTI, and the cancer patients of Arkansas.
For a complete schedule of Festival events and/or ticket availability, contact the Festival of Trees office at (501) 660-7616, or visit the CARTI website at CARTI.com.