USA TODAY and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article. Pricing and availability subject to change.

When is the 2024 Rockefeller Christmas tree lighting ceremony? Where to watch and stream

Taylor Ardrey, USA TODAY

December 4, 2024 at 3:06 a.m.·1 min read

People work on the Christmas tree as it is installed at the Rockefeller Center in New York City, U.S., November 9, 2024

Are you ready to witness more than 50,000 colorful LED lights sparkle on the grandiose Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center in New York City?

If you're not in the Big Apple this week, the good news is that you don't have to book a plane ticket. You can watch the magic live during NBC's two-hour "Christmas in Rockefeller Center" special.

Hosted by Kelly Clarkson, the highly anticipated tree lighting ceremony will have show-stopping performances to get you in the Christmas spirit. Here's what to know:

Where to watch NBC's 'Christmas in Rockefeller Center'

The live broadcast will air on Dec. 4 at 8 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock. It runs until 10 p.m. ET.

How big is this year's tree, and where did it come from?

This year's tree was transported from West Stockbridge, Massachusetts. The Norway Spruce is reportedly 74 feet tall and weighs an estimated 11 tons.

"The Norway Spruce is great for the scale it can achieve; it can hold the lights on its branches, and it stands there nice and proud as the Tree should," head gardener Erik Pauze said in a recent interview. "[This year’s tree] is perfect all around. It has that wonderful Christmas Tree shape all the way to the top."

Is this East Coast town most festive? 10 affordable US cities for Christmas markets

What artists are performing?

According to NBC, in addition to Clarkson, viewers can expect performances from:

Radio City Rockettes
Jennifer Hudson
Coco Jones
Megan Hilty
Little Big Town
Thalia
RAYE
The Backstreet Boys
Dan + Shay

We occasionally recommend interesting products and services. If you make a purchase by clicking one of the links, we may earn an affiliate fee. USA TODAY Network newsrooms operate independently, and this doesn’t influence our coverage.

Taylor Ardrey is a news reporter for USA TODAY. You can reach her at tardrey@gannett.com.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Rockefeller Christmas tree lighting ceremony: Date, time, how to watch

The Daily Beast
What Jennifer Aniston Says About Obama Affair Rumors
A wild story that Barack Obama is romantically involved with actress Jennifer Aniston has resurfaced amid growing rumors that the former president and his wife Michelle were headed for divorce. The Obama split rumors intensified after Michelle let her husband fly solo at two major presidential events: Jimmy Carter’s funeral, and Donald Trump’s inauguration. On Jimmy Kimmel in October, actress Aniston rejected the gossip after the late-night host handed her an In Touch magazine with a cover that
NY Daily News
Intimacy coordinator weighs in on leaked ‘It Ends With Us’ footage
An intimacy coordinator is weighing in on the recently leaked behind-the-scenes footage from “It Ends With Us,” which shows actor-director Justin Baldoni and co-star Blake Lively filming a scene specifically cited in her sexual harassment allegations against him. Mia Schachter, who did not work on the movie, spoke to The Hollywood Reporter about the 10-minute unedited footage, which Baldoni’s ...
Cosmo
Olivia Rodrigo is summer ready in a teeny tiny red hot string bikini
Olivia Rodrigo shared a photo on Instagram standing on the beach and wearing a teeny tiny red hot string bikini paired with a snorkel mask and flippers.
The Canadian Press
After years of secret pain from cancer, Tom Green finds peace in rural Canadian life
At the turn of the millennium, just as he was reaching the peak of his fame, Tom Green hit one of the lowest points of his life.
Hello!
Nicola Peltz Beckham's low-slung jeans are 2025's most controversial trend
The Lola actress looked low-key during an LA outing - see more
The Daily Beast
Stephen A. Smith’s Trump Take Stuns Bill Maher’s Live Audience
ESPN pundit Stephen A. Smith seemed to stun Bill Maher’s live audience on Friday night as he took down Democrats for prioritizing “issues that pertain to less than 1% of the population.” Smith was joined by actor Jesse Eisenberg and California Rep. Ro Khanna in a round table discussion with Real Time host Maher as he alleged that Democrats enabled President Donald Trump’s sweeping victory. “Here’s the deal. The man was impeached twice. He was convicted on 34 felony counts,” said Smith. “And the
People
Miley Cyrus, Siblings and Mom Tish 'Don't Want' a 'Family Feud' with Billy Ray After 'Drama' of 2024: Source (Exclusive)
The Cyrus family has made headlines in recent days thanks to an open letter written by Billy Ray's son Trace
People
Conan O'Brien Is Taking It 'a Day at a Time' After Parents’ Deaths, L.A. Fires as He Prepares to Host Oscars (Exclusive)
"It has been a lot happening in a very short time," the comedian tells PEOPLE at the Sundance Film Festival premiere of 'If I Had Legs I'd Kick You'
Elle
Kate Middleton Was Photographed Shopping in a Wrap Coat and Gingham Scarf
It isn’t very often that photos come out of Kate Middleton off-duty, but unverified gossip Instagram DeuxMoi obtained shots of Kate shopping for glasses.
People
Ryan Reynolds Shares Adorable Photo of Wife Blake Lively’s Dog-Inspired Cupcakes
The actor soundtracked his Instagram Stories snap of the desserts with the song “How Much Is That Doggie in the Window"
USA TODAY
Valerie Bertinelli is in a relationship after divorce: 'I’m incredibly grateful for him'
Valerie Bertinelli surprised herself with a new relationship after divorcing Tom Vitale. “I’ve met someone. And I’m incredibly grateful for him."
Variety
‘Mr. Nobody Against Putin’ Review: A Defiant Teacher Witnesses the Militarization of Russian Schools Amid Ukraine War in Poignant Doc
With the snappy casualness of a “day in the life” vlog, Pavel “Pasha” Talankin, a charismatic Russian teacher who serves as planner and videographer for all of his school’s events, introduces his peculiar small town: Karabash. Known as the most toxic place on Earth due to a copper smelting plant, here the average life expectancy …
WWD
Melania Trump Dresses Down With Levi’s for North Carolina and Los Angeles Trip
After wearing Dior, Prada and other designer labels over the Inaugural weekend, FLOTUS stepped out Friday in Rag & Bone.
People
Lucy Liu Shares Her 9-Year-Old Son's Sweet Reaction When Attending His First Movie Premiere with Mom: 'I Almost Burst Into Tears'
The 'Red One' actress welcomed her son on Aug. 27, 2015
Hello!
Duchess Sophie just had a major volume hair transformation - woah, it's huge
Duchess Sophie of Edinburgh looked amazing in sparkling silver Erdem dress and a Zara coat at an Army Music dinner. The wife of Prince Edward had transformed her blonde hair into a voluminous style.
People
Martha Stewart Reflects on Inappropriate Moment from Her Teen Modeling Days: 'I Walked Out of The Room'
"I just wouldn’t put up with that crap," Stewart shared in conversation with Pamela Anderson for 'Elle'
Hello!
Princess Iman of Jordan announces incredible baby news with first bump photo
Queen Rania of Jordan announced her daughter Princess Iman is pregnant with her first child with beachside bump photo
People
Reba McEntire Celebrates Special Anniversary with Boyfriend Rex Linn: '5 Years of Tater Tots'
McEntire and Linn first met in 1991, but they didn't begin dating until 2020
People
Kaley Cuoco Shares Sweet Images of Daughter Matilda’s First Trip to Disneyland: ‘Truly Unforgettable’
The actress shared an Instagram carousel from her family day out on Wednesday, Jan. 22
People
Jennifer Lopez Rocks Exotic Skin Birkin Bag For Manager Benny Medina’s Birthday
J. Lo took one of her many Hermès handbags for a spin in Beverly Hills

Where to watch NBC's 'Christmas in Rockefeller Center'

How big is this year's tree, and where did it come from?

What artists are performing?

Latest Stories