The famous Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree in New York City is typically erected in late November and lit up during the first week of December. This iconic tree is a beloved symbol of the holiday season and has been a tradition in the city since 1931. The lighting ceremony for the tree typically takes place around mid-November. The tree lighting ceremony features a variety of festivities, performances by musicians and singers, and the famous countdown to the tree lighting. Once lit, the tree stands in the plaza until the end of the holiday season, typically around early January.