FreeSeasonal special
Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting
The annual lighting of the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree, which arrives on the plaza Nov 7.
IS IT REALLY FREE?
Free. Free to watch from public areas; no ticket listed.
WHEN & WHERE
WED, DEC 2 · 12 AM–11:59 PM
Rockefeller Plaza
Rockefeller Center has set the 2026 Tree Lighting Ceremony for Wednesday, December 2. The tree arrives on the plaza on November 7 (Meet the Tree Day). The official page has not yet posted the ceremony time, performers, or visiting hours, so check the page before going.
Watching from the street is free; expect very large crowds and street closures.