New York City is known for being a festive city, and the holiday season is no exception. The city starts decorating for Christmas as early as November, with many of the iconic landmarks and buildings being illuminated with holiday lights and decorations. The official start of the Christmas season is usually the day after Thanksgiving, which is when the city's Christmas tree is lit at Rockefeller Center. The city is then decked out in festive decorations until the New Year's celebrations at Times Square.