when is the rockefeller christmas tree lighting

The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree lighting ceremony is a festive annual event held in New York City, typically on the first Wednesday in December. The event features the lighting of a massive Christmas tree, adorned with thousands of lights and ornaments, that is located in the center of the Rockefeller Plaza. It is a beloved tradition that draws people from all over the world to witness the dazzling display and celebrate the start of the holiday season. The tree lighting ceremony is typically broadcast on television and attracts many visitors who come to admire the tree in person.