National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

The White House and President'S Park

Event Details

The National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony Lottery has closed. The last day to enter the lottery was November 8 at 3 pm (EST). Thank you to all our applicants and be on the lookout for an email with the lottery results announcement on November 15.

Event History

On November 30, 2023, the National Park Service and National Park Foundation will present the annual National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at President's Park in Washington, DC. 

This ceremony is a beloved holiday tradition dating back to Christmas Eve in 1923 when President Calvin Coolidge lit the first National Christmas Tree. 

Now, 100 years later, this tradition continues with musical performers and special guests bringing people together in one of America’s National Parks to celebrate the beginning of the holiday season. 

After the lighting ceremony and throughout the month of December, visitors are invited to view the National Christmas Tree, as well as the 58 surrounding trees honoring the states, territories, and District of Columbia.

Event Details

The National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony Lottery has closed. The last day to enter the lottery was November 8 at 3 pm (EST). Thank you to all our applicants and be on the lookout for an email with the lottery results announcement on November 15.

Event History

On November 30, 2023, the National Park Service and National Park Foundation will present the annual National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at President's Park in Washington, DC. 

This ceremony is a beloved holiday tradition dating back to Christmas Eve in 1923 when President Calvin Coolidge lit the first National Christmas Tree. 

Now, 100 years later, this tradition continues with musical performers and special guests bringing people together in one of America’s National Parks to celebrate the beginning of the holiday season. 

After the lighting ceremony and throughout the month of December, visitors are invited to view the National Christmas Tree, as well as the 58 surrounding trees honoring the states, territories, and District of Columbia.

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Changes and Cancellations

There is no charge to apply for tickets to this event. 

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