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The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
Holiday Magic Starts Here
The 2026 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree arrives on November 7! This year's 76-foot Norway spruce comes from West Edmeston, New York. Celebrate its arrival at Meet the Tree Day, featuring festive family-friendly activities and special photo moments. On December 2, the Tree will be illuminated during the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, sparkling with more than 50,000 multicolored LED lights beneath its dazzling Swarovski star. See the Tree from the Plaza or The Rink. For an unforgettable holiday experience, the best way to see the Tree is with a Holiday Top of the Rock ticket, combining 360-degree skyline views with up-close Tree access and memorable photo opportunities.
Visiting Hours
The tree will arrive on November 7th and be on view through mid-January 2027.
The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place on Wednesday, December 2, 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. 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
Tree
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Holiday Timed Admission
Skyline Views
First-time Visitors
Includes:
Admission to Observation Deck
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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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Santa Photo + Timed Admission
First-time Visitors
Skyline Views
Includes:
Santa Photo Pass
+1 more
From $102
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
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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
