When will the Rockefeller Christmas tree actually be lit? What to know about timings of tonight's event
Thousands gathered for NYC’s 93rd Rockefeller tree lighting. The show begins at 7 p.m. ET with performances, and the tree is set to be lit at 10 p.m. ET.
On Wednesday, December 3, thousands have gathered at New York City for the 93rd annual lighting ceremony of the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree. The event is several hours long, comprising of several performances, before the tree is actually lit.
According to the official schedule of the program today at the Rockefeller Center in Midtown Manhattan, the show starts at 7 p.m. ET with a host of performances planned for the next three hours before the actual tree lighting. The schedule states the actual tree lighting will take place at 10 p.m. ET.
Who's Performing At The Event? Key Details
The event is being hosted by Reba McEntire, who also performed at the event. Other singing performances include, Marc Anthony, Halle Bailey, Michael Bublé, Kristin Chenoweth, Laufey, New Edition, Brad Paisley, Carly Pearce, and Gwen Stefani - a stellar line-up, to say the least.
At the end, there is a dance performance by Radio City Rockettes. Notably, the dance group is celebrating their 100th anniversary this year.
This story is being updated.
