• NBC’s Christmas in Rockefeller Center special will air on Nov. 29, hosted by Kelly Clarkson and featuring performances by stars like Keke Palmer, Cher, and Chloe Bailey
• The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree is an 80-foot tall Norway Spruce with over 50,000 multi-colored LED lights
• The tree will be taken down on Jan. 14 and donated to Habitat for Humanity
Here is what happened:
Kelly Clarkson is set to host this year’s Christmas in Rockefeller Center special, alongside Today co-anchors Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, Al Roker, and Craig Melvin. The event, airing on November 29 at 8 p.m. on NBC and Peacock, will feature performances by stars like Keke Palmer, Cher, Chloe Bailey, and Katharine McPhee, as well as a special appearance by the iconic Radio City Rockettes. The 80-foot tall Norway Spruce, weighing 12 tons and around 85 years old, will be lit up with more than 50,000 multi-colored LED lights that are approximately five miles long. When the tree is taken down on January 14, it will be donated to Habitat for Humanity to be turned into lumber for building new homes.
Rockefeller Center has been decorating its famous courtyard for the holiday season since 1933, attracting tourists from all over the world to witness the splendor of the season. The annual tree lighting, which will be hosted by Kelly Clarkson, marks the start of the holiday season in New York City and promises to be a joy-filled celebration with an array of festive musical performances. Audiences can enjoy the magic of the event from the comfort of their own homes, as it will air on NBC and Peacock on November 29 at 8 p.m. ET.
In addition to the musical performances and tree lighting, Access Hollywood’s Mario Lopez and WNBC anchors Natalie Pasquarella and David Ushery will host a special pre-show on NBC affiliates one hour prior to the telecast. The star-studded lineup and the iconic setting of Rockefeller Center ensure that this year’s Christmas in Rockefeller Center special will be a memorable and cheerful event for everyone to enjoy.
