Start time around the world
| Los Angeles | Wed, Dec 2, 5:00 PM |
| Denver | Wed, Dec 2, 6:00 PM |
| Chicago | Wed, Dec 2, 7:00 PM |
| New York | Wed, Dec 2, 8:00 PM |
| London | Thu, Dec 3, 1:00 AM |
| Paris | Thu, Dec 3, 2:00 AM |
| Dubai | Thu, Dec 3, 5:00 AM |
| New Delhi | Thu, Dec 3, 6:30 AM |
| Tokyo | Thu, Dec 3, 10:00 AM |
| Sydney | Thu, Dec 3, 12:00 PM |
The tree lighting is on Wednesday, December 2, 2026. The broadcast time hasn't been announced yet; it usually starts at 8 PM Eastern, so that's what this countdown uses. The tree itself is lit near the end of the show.
Where: Rockefeller Center, New York City
How to watch: Usually broadcast live on NBC.
Questions
What time does Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting 2026 start?
Expected: 8:00 PM Eastern / 5:00 PM Pacific on Wednesday, December 2, 2026. The time isn't official yet. The countdown converts it to your time zone.
Where is Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting 2026?
Rockefeller Center, New York City.
How can I watch Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting 2026?
Usually broadcast live on NBC.