Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Overview
The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree is a large annual display at Rockefeller Center in Midtown Manhattan. The tree is typically a Norway spruce, with height and lighting dates set each year by Rockefeller Center and its sponsors. Official details and pictures are published by Rockefeller Center and major outlets such as Forbes.
The tree is selected from a pool of donated trees and transported to Rockefeller Center for installation. Lighting ceremonies usually occur in late November, with the tree remaining on display through early January. The event draws large crowds and is broadcast live by multiple media partners.
Tree Specifications and Sponsors
Recent Rockefeller Center trees have ranged from 50 to 100 feet tall, with exact height and ornament count varying by year. The tree is decorated with custom lighting and a crystal star or similar topper, and sponsors cover costs for installation, lighting, and maintenance. Details are shared in official Rockefeller Center updates and coverage by ESPN.
Corporate sponsors and partners help fund the tree and related programming, including the holiday season events at Rockefeller Center. The sponsoring companies are named in official press releases, and their logos appear in event materials and on the tree lighting broadcast.
Public Viewing and Access
The Rockefeller Center tree is located in the center of Rockefeller Plaza and is accessible to the public during daylight and evening hours. Viewing areas, security protocols, and crowd management plans are coordinated with New York City authorities, and updates are shared on Rockefeller Center's official website and partner channels including NYC.gov.
Visitors can view the tree from surrounding sidewalks and designated viewing areas, with additional access during the lighting ceremony and holiday events. Photography is generally allowed for personal use, and high-resolution pictures are often released by Rockefeller Center for media and public use.