Tea in the Trees will kick off the annual Festival of Trees at the N.D. State Fair Center on Friday, Nov. 22, from noon-4 p.m. Set against the backdrop of beautifully decorated Christmas trees, the event features local musicians and dancers, homemade holiday treats and warm beverages for a free-will donation.

The two-day Festival of Trees, hosted by Dakota Hope Clinic, includes activities on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 22-23, including a bake sale, silent auction, raffle, more than 20 vendor booths and family photo booth..

Children’s activities on Friday include bounce houses and a visit with Santa. New this year, Christian illusionist David Laflin will perform his magic for all ages at 6:30 p.m. on Friday.

Additional attractions on Saturday include a 5K Run and 1 mile Family Fun Run as well as horse-drawn wagon rides, interactive nativity with live animals, petting zoo and pony rides.

The Festival of Trees concludes with a dinner and live auction on Saturday, Nov. 23, featuring music, stories of hope and a dinner buffet. Proceeds benefit Dakota Hope Clinic’s mission to provide free life-affirming pregnancy, parenting and family support at its locations in Minot, Tioga and Bottineau. Contact Dakota Hope for dinner tickets.