The annual Christmas tree for Manhattan is set to arrive next month, marking the start of preparations for its grand lighting ceremony. Once in place, the towering centerpiece will be adorned with nearly 50,000 twinkling lights and crowned with a spectacular Swarovski crystal star. The festive display will shine brightly for the public to enjoy, continuing a long-standing holiday tradition. Details on the official lighting date and decorations are still being finalized.


This year’s iconic Christmas tree will arrive in Manhattan on Nov. 7 before being decorated with nearly 50,000 lights and a dazzling Swarovski crystal star for its Dec. 2 lighting ceremony.