The National Christmas Tree is located in the Ellipse, a large park located adjacent to the White House in Washington, D.C. The tree itself stands 36 feet tall and is decorated with over 56,000 individual lights, providing a spectacular display during the holiday season. The tree lighting ceremony is held each year on the National Christmas Tree Lighting Day, which takes place the day after Thanksgiving. The National Christmas Tree Lighting Day is a national holiday, and the event is attended by thousands of people each year.