In addition to the main event — the lighting of the 80-foot tall Norway Spruce that will adorn the Rockefeller Center plaza until January — hit artists will offer Christmas performances throughout the two-hour event.
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Musical performances are planned by Cher, Barry Manilow, Chloe Bailey, Adam Blackstone, David Foster, Liz Gillies, Darlene Love, Seth MacFarlane, Katharine McPhee, Keke Palmer, Carly Pearce and Manuel Turizo.
The Rockettes will also perform a number from their "Christmas
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons have been deflated, Santa's been spotted around town, and holiday windows along Fifth Avenue are decked out—and that all means the holiday season is here. This week, one of the final pieces in NYC's festive
puzzle will fall into place as the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lights up.
Read on for all the details of how to watch the tree lighting, whether you brave the crowds to go in person or watch from home on your couch.
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What time is the Rockefeller Christmas tree lit?
The annual tree lighting ceremony takes place on Wednesday, November 29, 2023.
Just before 10pm, the tree's 50,000 multi-colored lights and Swarovski star topper will light up for the 2023 holiday season, per Rockefeller Center. However, the fun starts earlier that evening.
If you plan to go in person, be prepared for massive crowds and cold temperatures.
How to watch and who is hosting this year's tree lighting?
Though the tree lights up just before 10pm, the live national broadcast begins at 8pm. The broadcast will be hosted by Kelly Clarkson, Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, Al Roker and Craig Melvin. See it on NBC 4 and Peacock.
You can also follow Rockefeller Center on Instagram where the social media team will share photos of the night.
Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
Photograph: Diane Bondareff / AP Images for Tishman Speyer
When and where can I visit the Rockefeller Center tree?
After the ceremony on Wednesday, the Rockefeller Center tree will be lit daily from 5am-midnight until early January. On Christmas Day, the tree is lit for 24 hours and on New Year’s Eve it is lit from 5am to 9pm.
As the name says, the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree is located at Rockefeller Center Plaza on 49th St between Fifth and Sixth Avenues.
Our advice: Watch the tree lighting at home on TV, then go visit in-person another day when the crowds are slightly more manageable.
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