November 29, 2022

Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting 2022

The holiday season will begin with the 90th annual tree lighting in the heart of New York City at Rockefeller Center on Wednesday, November 30.

Families across the US can view the Christmas tree lighting from home, live on the national broadcast “Christmas in Rockefeller Center” on NBC.

Once the tree is lit, families can visit (and maybe do some skating!) through January. The tree is displayed between West 49th and 50th streets and Fifth and Sixth Avenues.

30 Rockefeller Plaza
New York, NY 10112

Tree Lighting Skate-tacular at Bryant Park


Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park hosts its annual tree lighting, with performances by The Classical Theatre of Harlem Choir as well as a stellar lineup of live skate performances, and an appearance by Santa!

The in-person event is free and open to the public, but space is limited. Entry begins at 4pm on a first-come, first-served basis.

Performers include:
● Jessica Vosk
● Jelani Remy
● Mirai Nagasu (2018 U.S. Olympic Bronze Medalist)
● Polina Edmunds (2014 U.S. Olympian and 2-time U.S. National Silver Medalist)
● Ryan Bradley (2011 U.S. National Champion and 2008 Skate Canada International Silver Medalist)
● Oona and Gage Brown (2022 World Junior Champions and Ice Theatre of New York Junior Apprentices)
● The Haydenettes (28-time U.S. National Champion synchronized skating team and 5-time World Bronze Medalists)
● Figure Skating in Harlem

A full livestream of the event will also be available to watch.

Tavern on the Green's 6th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony


Tavern on the Green brings the holiday spirit to New York with its sixth annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony, featuring Tavern on the Green’s very own 20-foot Christmas tree, topped with more than 2,000 ornaments and 10,000 lights to light up New York City’s Upper West Side skyline.

Festivities also include performances from the Manhattan Holiday Carolers and DJ Tweed, and a special surprise Broadway performance. Tavern on the Green provides complimentary hot chocolate, hot cider, and treats for all who attend.

5:30-6pm – Complimentary apple cider, hot chocolate, soft drinks, and treats
6-6:30pm – Speeches
7pm – Tree Lighting
7-8pm – DJ Tweed, Holiday Carolers, and Broadway Performances

The iconic restaurant is also partnering with nonprofit organization West Side Campaign Against Hunger (WSCAH) to host a food drive to ensure all New Yorkers have access to food this holiday season. Attendees at the event can directly donate to the organization, which will be delivered directly to West Side Campaign Against Hunger.

Tuesday, November 29th, 2022
5:30pm - 8:00pm ET
All Ages
Free
Location: Tavern on the Green: 67th Street & Central Park West, New York, NY 10023
212-877-8684

The Seaport Holiday Tree Lighting November 29


Trees, mistletoe. The streets all aglow. It’s almost time to make merry.

The Seaport Holiday Tree will be lit on Tuesday, November 29, and you’re invited to join us for all the festive season fun. There’ll be live music, surprises, and the countdown to the tree lighting that marks the official start of the holidays.

The fun begins at 5pm, with the Tree Lighting Ceremony and live performances. An after-party on the Ice Rink follows at 7pm. See below for details, along with all the other festive activities, treats, photo opps and shopping that will be available on the night.

Beneficiaries of our holiday season donations this year are: Choose Love and Vision Urbana.

Tuesday, November 29, 2022 @5PM

December 11, 2021

Outdoor Ice Skating in NYC


Admission: $14-23 general /  $5-9 seniors /  $11 skate rental (or BYO)

(9am-midnight)
Admission: $20+ / $10 skate rental (or BYO)
Free admission /  $15+ skate rental (or BYO)

Admission: $17 / $5 skate rental (or BYO)

Admission: $20 / $5 skate rental (or BYO)

Admission: $12 / $10 skate rental (or BYO)

Admission: $8-12 / $9 skate rental (or BYO)

48TH ANNIVERSARY - HOLIDAYTUBAS


What: TUBACHRISTMAS was conceived in 1974 by Harvey Phillips as a tribute to his teacher and mentor William J. Bell, born on Christmas Day, 1902. Through the legendary William J. Bell we reflect on our heritage and honor all great artists/teachers whose legacy has given us high performance standards. The first TUBACHRISTMAS was conducted by Paul Lavalle in New York City's Rockefeller Plaza Ice Rink on Sunday, December 22, 1974. Traditional Christmas music performed at the first TUBACHRISTMAS was arranged by American composer Alec Wilder who ironically died on Christmas Eve, 1980.  He was a loyal supporter of every effort to improve the literature and public image of our chosen instruments. Through Alec Wilder we express our respect and gratitude to all composers who continue to embrace our instruments with their compositions and contribute to the ever growing solo and ensemble repertoire for tuba and euphonium.

When: SUNDAY, DECEMBER 12 - @3:30 pm

Where: Rockefeller Plaza -*Carols Under the Tree*- 50th Street side of Plaza 

REGISTRATION: 11:00am - 12:30pm Rockefeller Center loading/delivery area. Enter northside of 50th Street (between 5th & 6th Avenues), east of Radio City Music Hall stage door, down ramp

NOTE: IMPORTANT COVID PROTOCOLS: All participants must show proof of full Covid-19 vaccination. Full vaccination is defined as 14 days after the final dose (1 dose of J&J or 2 doses of Pfizer or Moderna). Proof of vaccination and ID must be shown at the top of the loading ramp before you will be permitted to enter the rehearsal/registration site.

ATTENTION All AUDIENCE members and PERFORMERS: Please use gig bag, leave case at home, in your car or bus. Wear warm, (outside concert) bright festive clothing. Bring folding music stand/lyre and wind clips/clothes pins. Participant registration fee is $10.00

CONDUCTOR: Dr. Christian Wilhjelm, conductor of the New Jersey Wind Symphony and former conductor of the Goldman Memorial Band

COORDINATORS: Michael Salzman 516-942-0889, Gary Press 347-229-2264, Thomas Phillips `TubaChristmas` 812-824-8833, Steve Smith - `TubaChristmas` 812-824-883

    Winter Holiday Skating Celebration and Tree Lighting


    What:     Join us for a performance of dancing on ice by the ITNY Ensemble and with the participation of The Skyliners and Figure Skating in Harlem's synchronized skating groups, the Sky Rink All Stars, Junior apprentices and a guest performer TBD. At the end of the event Santa makes an appearance and we light up the tree.

    When: Saturday, December 11th @4:00 PM

    Where: The Rink at Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park - Riverside Drive and W 145th Street in Harlem

    Cost: FREE

    Lower East Side Gets its First Annual Holiday Parade

    What:     This holiday season, an annual tradition is beginning for the Lower East Side. A local holiday parade complete with vintage fire truck.

    The Pacemakers, New York’s senior-citizen’s dance team, in partnership with the NYPD and the FDNY Foundation, are producing this inaugural event. It’ll feature Santa, Mrs. Claus, a Chanukah celebrant, and a Kwanzaa celebrant stop the vintage vehicle, plus another two dozen holiday characters dancing in the street and doling chocolate Chanukah gelt and candy canes.

    “Celebrating my beloved Lower East Side is such an honor,” says Susan Avery, founder of the New York Pacemakers, and third-generation Lower East Sider. “Our diverse, immigrant, working-class community deserves its moment to party with Santa and his friends.”

    The fire truck is “Engine 2,” courtesy of the Fort Pitt station on the Lower East Side.

    When: Saturday, December 11th @1:00pm

    Where: Grand Ave and Pitt Streets
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