Christmas Tree Elegance 2026
A Vegas Noël
December 4, 2026
Christmas Tree Elegance
TWO UNFORGETTABLE HOLIDAY EXPERIENCES. ONE EXTRAORDINARY DAY SUPPORTING MENTAL HEALTH IN OUR COMMUNITY.
Christmas Tree Elegance comes to downtown San Jose on Friday, December 4, 2026 with this year’s theme, A Vegas Noël, bringing the sparkle, glamour, and energy of Las Vegas to the holiday season in support of mental health in our community.
Set in downtown San Jose at the elegant Signia by Hilton San Jose (formerly The Fairmont), it introduces a stunning new setting for this beloved holiday tradition.
Across both experiences, guests will enjoy elevated décor, engaging entertainment, signature designer holiday trees, and meaningful fundraising in support of mental health. Whether gathering with friends at the Champagne Brunch or celebrating into the evening at the Dinner Gala, Christmas Tree Elegance brings the community together through holiday magic, connection, and giving.
Champagne Brunch
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2026
10 AM – 2 PM
$195 per guest
Begin the holiday season with an elegant daytime celebration filled with festive energy, signature designer trees, and the excitement of the fashion show. Surrounded by festive décor and the energy of the season, guests will enjoy a sophisticated brunch experience while supporting mental health programs in our community.
PREMIUM TABLES – $2,450 for 10 guests
Front-row Fashion Show seating. Limited availability.
FASHION SHOW ✦ FRIENDSHIP & FESTIVITIES ✦ DESIGNER TREES
Dinner Gala
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2026
6 PM – 11 PM
$275 per guest
Step into a glamorous evening inspired by the sparkle and sophistication of Las Vegas. Guests will enjoy an unforgettable night of dining, casino-style entertainment, dancing, signature designer trees, and festive holiday magic in an atmosphere designed to celebrate, connect, and give back.
PREMIUM TABLES – $3,250 for 10
Front row Vegas entertainment seating. Limited availability.
CASINO ✦ DANCING ✦ VEGAS ENERGY
One cherished holiday tradition. Two unforgettable celebrations. A shared spirit of generosity.
Fashion Show
EXCLUSIVE TO THE CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH
Experience a fashion spectacle worthy of the Las Vegas Strip.
Our A Vegas Noël Fashion Show brings together holiday glamour, sophisticated menswear, resort style and couture, featuring fashions from Eli Thomas, Tommy Bahama, TravisMathew, Romi Boutique, SWATI Couture and Viva O Sol, modeled by members of Valle Monte League alongside professional models.
COUTURE FINALE
This year’s finale by SWATI Couture will feature a collection of couture gowns that fuse Eastern and Western fashion and culture, bringing dramatic silhouettes, intricate details and a distinctive global influence to A Vegas Noël
Premium Tables offer an exclusive opportunity to secure the best seats in the house with front-row runway views. Available only through reservations and sponsorships, these coveted tables are offered in limited quantity.
Special Drawing Opportunities
YOU NEED NOT BE PRESENT TO WIN
SIGNATURE DESIGNER TREES
Each beautifully designer-decorated Christmas tree is paired with a thoughtfully curated collection of experiences, gifts, and exclusive surprises that complement its unique theme. From dining and travel to entertainment and luxury treasures, these one-of-a-kind packages create unforgettable holiday magic while supporting the charitable mission of Valle Monte League.
The Champagne Brunch Tree will be drawn at the Champagne Brunch. The Evening Gala Tree, along with all remaining Signature Designer Trees, will be drawn at the Evening Gala.
Event Pricing:
5 Tickets for $20
Pre-Event Pricing:
15 Tickets for $50
40 Tickets for $100
SPARKLE JEWEL
A beloved Christmas Tree Elegance tradition, the Sparkle Jewel Drawing offers the chance to win an extraordinary piece of fine jewelry, generously donated by Joe Escobar Diamonds.
This year’s Sparkle Jewel is a striking 18K white gold and diamond bracelet, featuring 88 sparkling pavé-set round brilliant diamonds totaling 0.45 carats (F–G color, VS clarity). Sleek polished links and brilliant diamond accents give this elegant bracelet a sophisticated, contemporary look.
Only 250 tickets will be sold, with the winner drawn at the Evening Gala.
Event Pricing:
1 Ticket for $100
Pre-Event Pricing:
2 Tickets for $150
Jeweler’s Retail Value: $5,375
GOLDEN TICKET – VEGAS TRIP TREE
Anything is possible in Las Vegas! One lucky winner will take home “All Bets on Red,” our special Vegas Trip Tree, along with an unforgettable, customizable Las Vegas experience.
Enjoy a two-night stay at the iconic Bellagio, choose your own live entertainment or sporting event with a Ticketmaster gift card, indulge in an unforgettable dining experience with a Caesars Palace gift card, and use a travel gift card to help you get there.
Only 250 tickets will be sold, with the winner drawn at the Evening Gala.
Event Pricing:
1 Ticket for $100
Valued at $5,300
Silent Auction
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
This holiday season, our Online Silent Auction brings the excitement and sparkle of Christmas Tree Elegance directly to you. Browse and bid on thoughtfully curated packages featuring unforgettable experiences, luxury getaways, fine wines, statement jewelry, exclusive dining, coveted sporting events, and unique holiday treasures.
Guests attending the Champagne Brunch will enjoy an exclusive in-person preview of specially selected auction packages that will close at 1 PM during the brunch. Additional auction packages will remain available for online bidding throughout the day, with final auction closings taking place at 9 PM during the Dinner Gala.
All auction bidding takes place online, allowing both Brunch and Gala guests to participate from anywhere throughout the day.
Holiday Elegance With Purpose
WHERE YOUR SUPPORT GOES
Your generosity makes possible our ability to help provide mental health services, caregiver support, therapeutic programs, and community-based care for individuals and families across the South Bay.
Hearts & Minds Activity Center
Valle Monte League has supported Hearts & Minds Activity Center since 1986 — one of our most enduring and cherished partnerships. The Center provides therapeutic day programs and respite care for adults with Alzheimer’s and related conditions, while also offering childcare, family support, and intergenerational programming.
Serving approximately 75 individuals each day and reaches nearly 200 unique clients annually, while supporting more than 550 family members.
Operation Freedom Paws
Operation Freedom Paws (OFP) pairs rescued dogs with veterans, first responders, children, and others with disabilities through a 48-week service dog training program — provided entirely free of charge. Licensed therapists are embedded throughout the program, offering trauma-informed counseling, group therapy, and individual support alongside every step of training.
More than 75% of OFP’s active clients are veterans, and the organization has documented a 71% reduction in suicidal ideation among program participants.
Parents Helping Parents
Parents Helping Parents (PHP) provides free, professionally facilitated support groups for parents and caregivers of individuals with disabilities, developmental delays, or special health care needs. Groups are led by Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and offered in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese pilot program — creating a trusted space for connection, resilience, and shared learning.
Approximately 150 individuals are served annually, with 62% of services reaching low-income communities.
Fund-A-Need
THE IMPACT OF YOUR DONATION
Every dollar raised at the 2026 Christmas Tree Elegance Fund-A-Need campaign goes directly to support mental health services for individuals and families in our community. Your support helps provide caregiver support, licensed therapy, trauma-informed counseling, and emotional wellness services throughout the year. Here is what your generosity makes possible:
Hearts & Minds Activity Center
Supporting Care
- Provides a full day of care for someone living with dementia, along with vital respite for their family caregiver
Caregiver Support
- Funds one support group session for up to 12 family caregivers supporting a loved one with dementia
Thriving Minds
- Provides a one-week session of the Thriving Minds program for 10 participants, helping those with early-stage dementia maximize cognitive abilities and emotional health
Intergenerational Joy
- Funds one week of intergenerational programming connecting participants with the children of the Hearts & Minds childcare center in enriching and joyful activities
Operation Freedom Paws
Group Therapy
- Helps provide a group therapy session for a client and their family members during weekly training classes.
Individual Support
- Supports an individual counseling session combined with therapeutic service dog training for a client experiencing PTSD, depression, or anxiety
Family Therapy
- Provides multiple therapy sessions for children and family members of clients, including emotional regulation, coping skills support, and crisis intervention resources
Full Team Support
- Funds ongoing mental health support for an entire client team, including licensed therapist participation, family counseling access, and individualized emotional wellness support throughout the program
Parents Helping Parents
Caregiver Access
- Helps a caregiver access a safe, professionally facilitated support group where they can share openly and feel less isolated
Therapist Support
- Covers the cost of a licensed therapist facilitating a caregiver support session
Bilingual Groups
- Provides bilingual caregiver support groups in English and Spanish for families raising loved ones with disabilities or special health care needs
Year-Round Care
- Helps sustain PHP’s year-round Support for Caregivers program, providing 80 free support sessions annually to caregivers experiencing chronic stress, anxiety, and isolation
THANK YOU TO OUR
2026 SPONSORS & ADVERTISERS
Champagne Brunch Sponsors
Event
Thomas and Janice Berthold
The Mendoza Family & SilPac
Joyce Raney
Champagne Wall
The Woodward Family Philanthropy Fund
Dinner Gala Sponsors
Event
Linda L. Lester
Spirits Wall
The Woodward Family Philanthropy Fund
Spotlight
Winchester Mystery House
Tree Sponsors
Carolyn & Dave Anderson
Herrick Wealth Advisory
Kirkorian Family Foundation
Christine & Bill Robbins
Community Sponsors
Gold
Georgiana Hobbs
Silver
Michelle Barsanti
Carolyn’s Kids
Juliette Davis
Diane R. Dorsa
Debbie Gong-Guy
Marilyn Richie
2026 Advertising Partners
The David B. and Edward C. Goodstein Foundation