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Chicago Christmas Tree Lighting

Name: Chicago Christmas Tree Lighting
Start: 2026-11-20T18:00:00-06:00
End: 2026-11-20T23:00:00-06:00
Location: Millennium Park

The city’s official Christmas tree lighting in Millennium Park begins at 6 p.m. on Friday, Nov 20, 2026; the tree is expected to light closer to 6:30 p.m., with fireworks after. The tree stays illuminated through Jan 10, 2027.

IS IT REALLY FREE?

Free to attend. Admission is free per the official page. Confirm before you go.

📍 Loop · Michigan Ave. & Washington St., Chicago, IL 60602

📅 Fri, Nov 20, 6:00 PM – Fri, Nov 20, 11:00 PM

Official source ↗ · Last checked 2026-11-05

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