The annual lighting of the National Christmas Tree has offered presidents an opportunity to work off the holiday theme and deliver a unifying message of peace. Over the years, some presidents ...

WASHINGTON - The 102nd National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held on Thursday, December 5 starting at 6 p.m. south of the White House on the Ellipse. This year, the tree will be ...

National Christmas Tree The 2024 tree lighting event takes place on Thursday, Dec. 5 on the Ellipse. Free tickets are needed to attend, BUT you needed to enter a lottery to get one by Oct. 30.