Lighting Ceremony

A Beloved American Tradition

The 2019 National Christmas Tree Lighting will take place December 5 on the Ellipse at President’s Park. Co-presented by the National Park Service and the National Park Foundation, this beloved American tradition is celebrating its 97th year. The online lottery for tickets to the 2019 National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is open now through October 21st at 10 a.m. EDT.