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How to watch the 2023 Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting ceremony tonight
Now that we’re done with Thanksgiving (and Black Friday), it’s time to ring in the season with one of the most festive events of the year: the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting. On Wednesday, Nov. 29 (tonight!) at 8 p.m. ET, NBC will hold its 91st tree lighting ceremony. Hosted by pop icon Kelly Clarkson, the most wonderful event of the year will feature performances by Cher, Chloe Bailey, Liz Gillies, Katharine McPhee, Keke Palmer and more. Plus an appearance from the Radio City Rockettes. To close out the evening of holiday cheer, Rockefeller Center’s 80-foot-tall Norway spruce tree will be decked out with 50,000 multicolored lights, topped with a 900-pound star covered in 3 million Swarovski crystals, and lit up to mark the start of the most wonderful time of the year.
Are you ready to tune in? Here’s what you need to know about how to watch the 2023 Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting.
How to watch the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting without cable
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Stream the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting
Date: Nov. 29
Time: 8 p.m. ET
Channel: NBC
Streaming: Peacock
When is the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting?
The 2023 Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting is happening tonight, Nov. 29 at 8 p.m. ET.
What channel is the 2023 Rockefeller Christmas tree lighting on?
The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting will air on NBC. While the show starts at 8 p.m. ET, the actual lighting of the Christmas tree is estimated to happen “a few minutes” before 10 p.m.
Where to stream the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting this year:
For $6 per month, an ad-supported Peacock subscription lets you stream live sports and events airing on NBC, including the 2023 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting. Plus, you'll get access to thousands of hours of shows and movies, including beloved sitcoms such as Parks and Recreation and The Office, every Bravo show and Hallmark holiday movie, and even recent theatrical releases like Five Nights at Freddy's and the Super Mario movie. For $12 monthly you can upgrade to an ad-free subscription, which includes live access to your local NBC affiliate (not just during designated sports and events) and the ability to download select titles to watch offline.
Who is hosting the Rockefeller Christmas tree lighting 2023?
Pop star and talk show host Kelly Clarkson will emcee the Christmas tree lighting ceremony at Rockefeller Center this year, which will also feature appearances by Today anchors Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, Craig Melvin and Al Roker. Plus, a star-studded slate of musical guests to rock us all around the newly lit Christmas tree.
Who is performing at the Rockefeller Christmas tree lighting?
This year’s musical guests include Chloe Bailey, Adam Blackstone, Cher, David Foster, Liz Gillies, Darlene Love, Seth MacFarlane, Barry Manilow, Katharine McPhee, Keke Palmer, Carly Pearce, Manuel Turizo and the Radio City Rockettes.
When will the tree be lit after the ceremony?
Local to New York City or visiting soon and want to check out the tree for yourself? The Rockefeller Christmas tree will be lit daily from 5 a.m. to midnight at 45 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10111.
When can you visit the Rockefeller Christmas tree?
The Rockefeller Center tree is open to the public between 5 a.m. and midnight daily and will be on display from Wednesday, Nov. 29, through Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024.
