When Does the Tree Go up in Rockefeller Center? Get All the DetailsHome > FYISource: Getty Images Everything You Need to Know About the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree LightingBy Samantha Faragalli YounghansDec. 1 2021, Updated 12:49 p.m. ET Calling all Christmas fans! Once November starts, holiday fanatics can't wait to put up their trees and kick off their Christmas shopping. And while the day after Thanksgiving oftentimes marks the unofficial start of Christmas, the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting is arguably one of the most exciting aspects of the holiday season. So, when can we expect to see the humongous Christmas tree shining bright in Manhattan's midtown? Scroll down for everything we know! Article continues below advertisement When does the tree go up at Rockefeller Center The tree will go up at Rockefeller Center on Dec. 1, 2021, three weeks before Christmas Day. This is the 89th annual Christmas tree lighting to happen at Rockefeller Center. The tree historically comes down a few days after the New Year (so in early 2022) and is donated to Habitat for Humanity. While the tree is up, the visiting hours are from 5:30 a.m. until 11:30 p.m. daily. However, on Christmas Day, the tree stays lit for 24 hours. View this post on Instagram From all of us here at #RockCenter, we wish you and your family a Merry Christmas! A post shared by Rockefeller Center (@rockefellercenter) on Dec 25, 2018 at 8:27am PST Article continues below advertisement Where is the Rockefeller Christmas Tree located The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree lighting is located at Rockefeller Center, which is located at 30 Rockefeller Plaza in New York, N.Y. The famous city landmark is located in midtown Manhattan, between West 48th and 51st streets and Fifth and Sixth avenues. The tree usually arrives in early November, but isn't lit until later in the year. Where can I buy tickets for the Rockefeller Christmas Tree Lighting Luckily for visitors, attending the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting is free of charge and open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis. However, it's important to note that the sidewalk and streets fill up very quickly for this highly anticipated event, so it's ideal to get there early. Like, really early...Article continues below advertisementSource: Instagram Where can I watch the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree lighting If you choose to not watch the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree lighting in person, you can luckily catch it on television to avoid the hectic crowds. The lighting will air on Dec. 1 from 8 p.m. until 10 p.m. on NBC, which in our opinion, is the most exciting two hours of the holiday season. The event will also be streamed live on Peacock.Article continues below advertisement Who is hosting the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree lighting Luckily for us, our favorite hosts from the Today Show usually host the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting, with familiar faces including Al Roker, Hoda Kotb, Savannah Guthrie, and more leading the exciting show live from Rockefeller Center. View this post on Instagram The Valerie Clarebout Christmas Angels are on display in the Channel Gardens through the first week of January. Each of the 12 wire sculptures hold a 6-foot-long brass trumpet—a perfect frame for the 2018 #RockCenterXMAS Tree and its brand-new @Swarovski Star. @donniedushi A post shared by Rockefeller Center (@rockefellercenter) on Dec 7, 2018 at 3:49pm PST Who is performing at the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Performers for this year's event include Alessia Cara, Harry Connick Jr., Mickey Guyton, Norah Jones, Brad Paisley, Rob Thomas, Carrie Underwood and the Radio City Rockettes. We're counting down the hours until we can head to the tree for our annual selfie and ice skating adventure!AdvertisementMore from Distractify 34 Family Christmas Cards That Are Just Too Real Yes, It's September, But It's Time to Get Ready for Hallmark's Countdown to Christmas People Who Decorate for Christmas Early Are Happier According to Psychologists Latest FYI News and UpdatesAdvertisementABOUT DistractifyAbout UsPrivacy PolicyTerms of UseDMCASitemapCONNECT with DistractifyLink to Facebook Link to TwitterLink to InstagramContact us by Email Copyright 2022 Distractify. Distractify is a registered trademark. All Rights Reserved. People may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Offers may be subject to change without notice.