For $200.00, come and celebrate with us at the Delta Hotel in downtown St. John’s! Enjoy dinner and live entertainment from Kellie Loder. You will also enjoy our silent auction and the chance to bid on beautifully decorated Christmas trees plus raffles, dessert auctions, and much more.

Mark your calendars for Thursday, December 4th 2025 as the Canadian Cancer Society’s Festival of Trees, proudly presented by TD and ExxonMobil celebrates its 30th anniversary. This year’s elegant affair will take place at the beautiful Delta hotel in St. John’s.
Festival of Trees is an evening of entertainment, great food and fundraising for an incredible cause. Guests are able to bid to win multiple items throughout the evening including the gorgeous Christmas trees that give the event its name as well as many other products and experiences. Live music is provided by some of the province’s most renowned entertainers making the event a great way to give back while enjoying a night out.
Through its mission and the record donations from generous donors, the Festival of Trees has set itself apart each year. It has become an annual must-attend event for people and organizations supporting the cause. Together, we can support people living with cancer this holiday season.

ECMA 2025 Fans’ Choice Entertainer of the Year & Fans’ Choice Video of the Year Award Winner
There is something undeniably captivating about JUNO Award nominee Kellie Loder. A gifted songwriter and storyteller, they possess a voice that radiates both warmth and power. With honest and vulnerable lyrics, Loder crafts music that feels deeply personal, resonating with audiences through heartfelt songs, playful charm, and exhilarating live performances. Described as “a multi-genre marvel,” their sound blends Americana, folk, and indie pop—an artistry shaped by their Newfoundland and Labrador roots.
Loder’s latest album, Transitions, has earned them a 2025 JUNO Award nomination, two East Coast Music Awards, two MusicNL Awards, the #1 SOCAN Songwriter of the Year Award, and a #1 spot on CBC Music’s Top 20 Year-End Chart (2023) with the lead single, When It Comes to You. Their growing list of accolades includes multiple East Coast Music Awards, Canadian Folk Music Award nominations, and extensive touring across Canada , the UK, Denmark and Australia. Their empowering anthem Fearless was featured in the Superpower Dogs IMAX trailer narrated by Chris Evans (Captain America/Avengers) and served as the soundtrack for CBC’s Tokyo Olympics coverage. With a future brighter than ever, Kellie Loder is a formidable talent on the verge of global recognition.
“They’re charming, funny, and relatable in the way only someone with unmistakable star power can be. It’s been a long time since I saw someone work a room so effortlessly. Kellie Loder is a bona fide entertainer.“ – theindependent.ca
“There is something about Kellie Loder’s voice that reaches deep inside your body, unearthing feelings you thought were dealt with (or successfully hidden). It’s good to feel them, though, and Loder is the best company, their powerhouse vocals and vulnerable songwriting acting as buoy and guide.” – CBC Music’s Spring Album Preview
2 in 5 Canadians are expected to be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime.
Donating to the Canadian Cancer Society is the most impactful way to support people living with cancer and change the future of cancer forever.
The Canadian Cancer Society is committed to uniting and inspiring Canadians to take control of cancer. The Canadian Cancer Society funds high-performance research that improves cancer outcomes and addresses the greatest opportunities for progress. We also lead change in the most pressing areas of cancer policy including prevention, access, affordability, and support.
The Canadian Cancer Society provides the highest quality cancer information for all Canadians, promotes cancer prevention, and provides targeted support to help people with cancer, their families and caregivers cope.
Together, we can support people living with cancer this holiday season. Discover our signature holiday gala in St. John’s, NL.