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Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree: What happens to the tree after it comes down?
What happens to the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree after it is taken down? It turns out that its mission to spread joy and cheer goes far beyond the holiday season. NBC New York’s Jennifer Vázquez reports.
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Family gives health update on widower who suffered stroke after donating his tree to Rockefeller Center
Earl Albert’s daughter-in-law shared on TODAY that he was able to have a “little watch party” of the tree lighting ceremony from his room.
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What time is the Rockefeller Tree Lighting 2024?: Schedule, TV channel
It’s almost time to officially kickoff the holiday season in New York City with the annual Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting. The tree traveled from Massachusetts to midtown Manhattan and was fitted with miles of lights for the holiday season. Tonight, New Yorkers will get the chance to see the tree sparkle. Here’s what to know about the timing...
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NYPD increases police presence around midtown, Rockefeller tree after CEO killing
Following the “targeted attack” of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, the NYPD said they will have a significant police presence around the Rockefeller Center and NYC subway stations for Wednesday’s Rockefeller Christmas Tree Lighting. “This incident will not affect the tree lighting,” said NYPD Chief of Department Jeffrey Maddrey in a press conference. “We will have a massive police presence...
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Here's who is hosting the Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting 2024
Kelly Clarkson is becoming synonymous with Christmas. The singer, who hosts the nationally-syndicated program “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” has a holiday album out, “When Christmas Comes Around…” and is set to release “When Christmas Comes Around…Again” with two new songs. Clarkson is also set to return to the mic as the host and a performer for the “Christmas in...
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How to watch the Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting: Timing, TV channel, streaming
If you’re looking to watch the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting on Wednesday, NBCUniversal is your exclusive home. The broadcast will stream live on NBC television and Peacock nationally starting at 8 p.m., and a Spanish-language broadcast will be available at 9 p.m. on Telemundo. The 2024 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting will take place on Wednesday, Dec. 4. The…
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UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting was a ‘brazen, targeted attack,' says NYPD
The New York Police Department gave a briefing on the investigation into the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Manhattan on Wednesday.
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‘We finally get to honor her': Meet the family who donated this year's Rockefeller Center Christmas tree
Lesley Albert helped plant a tree in her yard nearly 60 years ago. It will now stand in Rockefeller Center in her honor. Here’s the heartwarming story of how it happened.
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Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting: Tips & Tricks to Visit
Visiting the Rockefeller Center Tree? NBC New York’s Linda Gaudino chatted with tourism experts on what you need to know.
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FROM THE VAULT: Meet the man who has chosen the Rockefeller Christmas Tree 30+ years
NBC New York’s Jennifer Vázquez spoke with Rockefeller Center Head Gardener Eric Pauze in 2023 about what he looks for when picking the new Rockefeller Christmas Tree.
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NJ's Neptune High School wins NBC's Star Choir competition
Some talented students in New Jersey are starting the holiday season on a high note. Showing off their vocals (with a side of beatboxing), Neptune High School’s Scarlett Sound Choir soaked up the spotlight on “The Kelly Clarkson Show” — where they got the good news that they will be performing on “Christmas at Rockefeller Center.” NBC New York’s Natalie...
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Here's how the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree is picked, moved and decorated
Ever wonder how Rockefeller Center picks its tree? Or where the tree’s lights are stored during the offseason? Or if the tree in your yard might be selected? Here are the answers to 25 questions about the world’s most famous Christmas tree.
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2024 Christmas tree hoisted into place at Rockefeller Center
It’s looking more like the holidays at Rockefeller Center! This year’s Christmas tree arrived has arrived. News 4’s Gus Rosendale reports.
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Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree arrives in New York CIty
Say hello to this year’s 74-foot tall tree soon to be installed at Rockefeller Center.
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Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree arrives to the Plaza for holiday season
This year’s Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree arrived at Rockefeller Plaza in New York City on Saturday morning and was hoisted into its place for the holiday season ahead of next month’s tree lighting.
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Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree on the way to NYC
After growing and growing for more than six decades, the majestic, 11-ton Norway Spruce from Massachusetts is now on its way to Manhattan, where it will be the 2024 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree. NBC New York’s Maria LaRosa reports.
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30 Rock Christmas tree cut down, getting ready for NYC
The 30 Rock Christmas tree was cut down in West Stockbridge, Massachusetts on Thursday.
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Rockefeller Center Christmas tree cut down for journey to NYC
Hold on to your turkeys. It’s time for tinsels and cutting down the Rockefeller Christmas tree.
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Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree to be cut down: Here's where it's coming from
The search is over: A towering, 11-ton, 67-year old Norway Spruce will be this year’s Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree. This year’s tree comes with a New England accent, as it hails from West Stockbridge, Massachusetts — the first Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree to come from the state since 1959. NBC New York’s Maria Larosa reports.
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See who's hosting the 2024 Rockefeller Center tree lighting ceremony: ‘A Christmas legend'
After Kelly Clarkson hosted the Rockefeller Christmas tree lighting ceremony in 2023, she’s officially returning for round two.