The annual Hays Area Children’s Center Christmas Tree Auction is a favorite kickoff to the holiday season.

The fundraiser supports programs and services for families including  Infant/Toddler Early Intervention; Healthy Start Home Visitor Program, Child Care Aware of Northwest Kansas; and Licensed Child Care.

A special recognition during Saturday night’s event at the Fox Pavilion was given to The Hays Pediatric Center.

The fully-decorated Christmas trees up for auction included themes of Patriotism, Warm Hands Warm Heart, Breast Cancer Awareness, Joy to the World, Wine, Dining Out, Date Night, and Turquoise Sparkle, along with sports favorites FHSU, KSU, KU OSU, and Nebraska.