Christmas trees typically go up in New York during the weeks leading up to Christmas. Many New Yorkers enjoy decorating their trees with lights, ornaments, and other decorations to celebrate the holiday season. Many public spaces, such as Central Park, Rockefeller Center, and Bryant Park, also have large Christmas trees that are lit up and decorated for the season. The lighting of these trees is often a festive event, with performances, music, and other activities to mark the beginning of the holiday season.