The Christmas tree in Rockefeller Center has already been installed: when will the festive lights be lit

Christmas is approaching, which means that it is time not only to stock up on gifts, but also to look after the Christmas tree and decorate it. Traditionally, this is done at Rockefeller Center. The tree has already arrived at the site on November 13th. When will the festive lights be lit?

In a post on Instagram, Rockefeller Center said that for the first time in history, a Christmas tree came to New York from Elkton, Maryland. Its height is 24 meters. Now the festive beauty has already been installed and is waiting for the solemn lighting of holiday lights, which will take place on December 1.

During the celebration, guests can also enjoy mulled wine and hot cider from the City Winery, as well as pastries and hot drinks at the new Lodi al fresco bar.

And for the smallest visitors, artist Lisa Kongdon will hold an Art Sundae master class.

Interesting facts about the "main tree"

Although viewers see the tree just before Christmas, its they have been searching for a whole year... It must meet certain criteria - it must be about 23 meters long, have a beautiful shape and a lush crown. Most often, the tree is brought from the tri-state area, but there are times when it makes a much longer journey.

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The tradition of setting a Christmas tree in the square near Rockefeller Center has a sentimental start.

In 1931, in the midst of the Great Depression, the builders who erected Rockefeller Center laid the foundation for the tradition. They were so grateful for the work they had received that they decorated the spruce growing on the square with threads, paper garlands and cans.

On December 24, they lined up under a tree and received a kind of Christmas gifts - their salaries, a source writes.

Two years later, in 1933, Rockefeller Center's first official Christmas tree welcomed New Yorkers.

Installed in 2018, the star at the top of the tree weighed over 400 kg and was made from Swarovski crystals.

When the holidays end, the tree is not thrown into the landfill, but donated to the organization "Habitat in the interests of mankind." Then it is turned into lumber, from which create objects for the house.

The last couple of years have been difficult for all of humanity, but this is no reason to lose heart. Don't miss the chance to see the magic of Christmas with your own eyes and share it with your loved ones.