Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration 2026
About The Event
On Saturday, November 14, gather for the CityCenterDC Annual Holiday Tree Lighting, happening just one day after the DowntownDC Holiday Market kicks off Downtown’s holiday season. Watch a 75-foot Christmas tree light up the heart of CityCenterDC and keep the evening going with joyful music performances, balloon artists, face painters, holiday treats, and more. NBC4’s Eun Yang will host the official tree lighting ceremony and countdown.
Festivities start at 5:00 p.m. Tree Lighting program begins at 6:00 p.m. This event is free and open to all, and no tickets are required.
Rain Date: Sunday, November 15.
Details
- Cost: FREE
- Location: The Park at CityCenterDC, 1098 New York Ave NW, Washington, DC 20005.
- Metro: Gallery Place-Chinatown Station (Red/Green/Yellow lines). Metro Center Station (Red/Blue/Orange/Silver lines).
Visit citycenterdc.com and stay tuned for more information to be announced. Stay connected to holiday happenings in Downtown DC – Text “HOLIDAY” to 771-208-3007.
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