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The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
Holiday Magic Starts Here
The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree returns to the Plaza on November 7, marking the start of another holiday season at Rockefeller Center. The annual Tree Lighting Ceremony takes place December 2. Check back for more details as the season gets closer.
Visiting Hours
The 2026 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree arrives November 7 and will be lit during the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 2.
Check back for visiting hours and additional details.
Holiday Top of the Rock
The best way to see the Christmas Tree is with a Holiday Top of the Rock ticket
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Holiday Timed Admission
Skyline Views
First-time Visitors
Includes:
Admission to Observation Deck
+1 more
From $42
Top of the Rock
Tree
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Holiday Skip-the-line Admission
Locals
Skyline Views
Includes:
Admission to Observation Deck
+1 more
From $82
Top of the Rock
Tree
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Holiday VIP Pass
Skyline Views
Date Nights
Premium Access
Includes:
Premium Guided Experience
+5 more
From $185
Top of the Rock
Tree
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Holiday VIP Rock Pass
Art & History
Date Nights
Premium Access
Includes:
Rooftop Garden Visit
+5 more
From $300
Top of the Rock
Tree
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Holiday Visa Early Bird
Skyline Views
Premium Access
Visa Cardholders
Includes:
Early admission to Observation Deck
+1 more
From $56
Top of the Rock
Meet The Tree Day
On November 7th, Meet the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree as it arrives in New York City! Back for its second year, Meet the Tree Day invites families to Rockefeller Center to welcome the world-famous Tree and kick off the holiday season.
History of the Tree
The First Tree
In December 1931, Rockefeller Center construction workers pooled their money to purchase a 20-foot balsam fir. Decorated with handmade garlands from their families, the tree was raised on Christmas Eve—marking the beginning of a lasting tradition.History of the Tree
The First Tree
In December 1931, Rockefeller Center construction workers pooled their money to purchase a 20-foot balsam fir. Decorated with handmade garlands from their families, the tree was raised on Christmas Eve—marking the beginning of a lasting tradition.FAQs
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Habitat for Humanity—A Gift that Keeps on Giving
Continuing a longstanding holiday tradition, the 2026 Christmas Tree will be donated to Habitat for Humanity, milled, treated, and made into lumber that will be used for home building. A symbol of hope, the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree inspired the children’s book, The Carpenter’s Gift, written by David Rubel and illustrated by Jim LaMarche in collaboration with Habitat for Humanity.
Catch the magic as it happens.
See the holidays come to life at Rockefeller Center
