Rockefeller Center Welcomes Holiday Season with Iconic Tree

The beloved symbol of the holiday season, the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, has made its way to New York City, marking the official start of festive celebrations in the bustling metropolis.

This year's grand tree—a majestic Norway Spruce standing 74 feet tall and weighing in at 11 tons—was transported from Massachusetts to Midtown Manhattan on a crisp Saturday morning and carefully erected with the help of a crane.

Adorning the tree will be an elaborate display of light: five miles of luminous strands adorned with over 50,000 vibrant LED bulbs. Crowning this spectacle is a breathtaking Swarovski star, encrusted with a dazzling array of 3 million crystals.

A Gift from Massachusetts: 2024's Contributing Family

Donated by a Massachusetts family, the tree was carefully felled on Thursday and embarked on a 140-mile journey to its new home in New York. This marks the first time since 1959 that the Rockefeller Center tree hails from Massachusetts.

Planted originally in 1967, this evergreen holds both historical and emotional significance. Following its display period, the tree will be repurposed into lumber to benefit Habitat for Humanity.

The ceremonial lighting of the tree is set for December 4, an event that will attract both locals and tourists alike to share in the seasonal joy.