Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Overview
The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting is an annual ceremony held in New York City, typically in late November or early December. The event marks the official start of the holiday season in Manhattan and draws large crowds to the plaza.
2018 Tree Lighting Details
In 2018, the tree lighting ceremony took place on November 28. The tree was a Norway spruce donated from a family in Oneonta, New York. After the ceremony, the tree remained lit nightly until January 2019.
How to Watch and Learn More
Viewers can watch the ceremony live on NBC or stream it online. Additional details about the tree, including its origin and dimensions, are published by the Rockefeller Center official site.
