The 100th Annual Tree Lighting took place at Rockefeller Center in New York City, marking the start of the holiday season. The 80-foot Norway Spruce from Vestal, N.Y., was lit up during the ceremony. The event also included the Holiday Open Streets program, with 5th Avenue being closed to traffic on specific days to allow pedestrians to enjoy the festive atmosphere and support local businesses. The lighting ceremony was attended by various public figures, including the Mayor's Office and the President of the United States.
๐๐โ๏ธ Holiday Open Streets program returns to Fifth Ave. in Midtown Manhattan for the next 3Sundays 48th St. to 59th St., 12-6 p.m. Dec. 3, 10, 17 โA safe and enjoyable experience for everyone who visits iconic locationsโ City says boosts $3M to bizโฌ๏ธ https://t.co/VX9f5JXZfQ https://t.co/o8iTlJTnG5
Whether youโre doing some early holiday shopping, or just driving through NYC this weekend, be aware of the Gridlock Alert Days. Use mass transit and allow additional travel time. For more information, follow @NYC_DOT or visit: https://t.co/ONB0jOwRN1 https://t.co/3Io3QrnYpu
๐ธ From @reuterspictures: Here's a selection of photos from the annual US National Christmas Tree lighting ceremony on the White House Ellipse in Washington, DC https://t.co/d0Ga1VMWn2
Cousin Deb making Christmas magic ๐๐ป https://t.co/3Q4KnlDUzI
New York City is bringing back its popular Open Streets program this holiday season โ and it is expanding even more. See what streets will be impacted and when they will be closed to vehicles https://t.co/Aonjyf4hMk
Christmas magic is in the air https://t.co/8QDtoDTK9Y
Holiday Open Streets on Fifth Avenue is BACK this weekend and better than ever ๐ ๐ This Sunday, you can enjoy car-free streets from 48th Street to 59th Street from noon until 6 pm. And if you miss out, it'll be back on Dec. 10th and 17th. Learn more: https://t.co/NnjbjaDmTk
Holiday Open Streets on Fifth Avenue is BACK this weekend Car traffic will not be allowed between 48th Street and 59th Street from noon until 6 PM on Sunday. It's a great way to kick off your holiday shopping, support local businesses or just take in all the NYC sights. https://t.co/ru24NxtkRa
Awesome Drone Shot Shows Moment of Rockefeller Christmas Tree Lighting https://t.co/Wh4TCEBi8R
Itโs the 1st of December so you know what that means! ๐ https://t.co/8wovRNGk0d
WATCH: Another Awkward Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony with Joe Biden via @gatewaypundit https://t.co/u41dLsUfOB
The first of THREE Holiday Open Streets on Fifth Avenue kicks off this Sunday. Car traffic will not be allowed between 48th Street and 59th Street from noon until 6 PM. So get out there, safely enjoy the sights and sounds and shop local! Check out the map here: https://t.co/GB4fVJstya
Biden takes the stage at the National Christmas Tree lighting and immediately starts counting down. The host awkwardly laughed. https://t.co/CEyY6vRIZN
Join Jill and me as we participate in the National Christmas Tree Lighting. https://t.co/W6eruUL6yN
5th Ave is about to break records ๐ This yearโs holiday Open Street will be NYCโs largest-ever! WHEN: The first 3 Sundays in December WHERE: 5th Ave between 48th St & 59th St More info: https://t.co/JdMfcHhYzl https://t.co/9QcOfpvL8P
The world famous Rockefeller Center Christmas tree is finally lit!๐ Starting now, Holiday Open Streets will make easier for pedestrians to see the tree by closing blocks to traffic from 11 a.m. until midnight. 5th Avenue will also be car-free for three Sundays in December! https://t.co/iGcrvLXoRY
3 ... 2 ... 1! Watch as the 80 foot Rockefeller Christmas Tree was lit Wednesday night in Manhattan! Have you ever seen it in person? https://t.co/K7CXkcqZEj
๐โผ๏ธ In Case You Haven't Heard โผ๏ธ๐ The Beach 116th Christmas Tree Lighting is THIS COMING MONDAY, Dec. 4! Bring the kids to come meet Santa, enjoy some music & hot chocolate, and get the holiday season kicked off with us! See the flyer below for more info! https://t.co/QYMCRhHPm8
๐โผ๏ธ In Case You Missed Haven't Heard โผ๏ธ๐ The Beach 116th Christmas Tree Lighting is THIS COMING MONDAY, Dec. 4! Bring the kids to come meet Santa, enjoy some music & hot chocolate, and get the holiday season kicked off with us! See the flyer below for more info! https://t.co/OK6IWDNqIB
It's beginning to look a lot like #Christmas! The 80-foot-tall Christmas tree lit up during the 2023 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Nov. 29 in New York City. The lit tree will be on display through Jan. 13, 2024. https://t.co/OolSUcITAY
โtis the season ๐ https://t.co/NcDtO2CWpQ
People gather at Rockefeller Center for Christmas tree lighting This year's 80-foot Norway Spruce comes from Vestal, N.Y. The lighting marks the beginning of the holiday season https://t.co/AOjDFNOwiB
Merry Christmas! The Rockefeller Christmas tree is shining bright, welcoming people from all over to spread cheer and LOVE. Don't forget to shop local and enjoy our holiday Open Streets in Midtown. See you out there! https://t.co/hPqn9VluOe https://t.co/PgcKm3Nqb0
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas on Capitol Hill! https://t.co/hEGWkhRsW8
The lighting of the @rockcenternyc Christmas Tree is a famous NYC tradition. In the NYPD, we have our own tradition at this iconic event: the bringing together of families who lost a loved one in the line of duty โ so they may celebrate this special occasion together. It wasโฆ https://t.co/vMvETQeCqJ https://t.co/p9uCWQvv8p
100th Annual Tree Lighting Tonight! ๐๐ ๐ป๐ฅ https://t.co/v5LxSze9fb