Ready to do a little rockin' around the Christmas tree? 'Tis the season! It's time to kick off the holidays and light up those trees.



Enjoy some good fun and good cheer at these top tree lighting ceremonies around the country:

Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony - New York, N.Y.
December 2, 2009
One of season's most anticipated holiday events, the Rockefeller Tree Lighting is always a jolly time. The star-studded event will attract thousands and feature exciting celebrity performances. The festivities begin at 6:45PM and the tree will be lit at 8:55PM sharp.

The National Christmas Tree Lighting - Washington, D.C.
December 3, 2009
Join your fellow Americans in the nation's capital to celebrate the season and share the message of peace. The tree will be illuminated using energy-efficient lights and the festivities will feature an all-star lineup of live performances. If you'd rather avoid the crowds, you can watch the ceremony from the comfort of your own home via live webcast.

Chicago Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony - Chicago, Ill.
November 25, 2009
This year marks Chicago's 96th tree lighting ceremony. Head to Daley Plaza to see this mega-tree lit up in all its glory. The fun begins at 4PM and the switch is flipped at 4:30PM.

Macy's Tree Lighting Ceremony - San Francisco, Calif.
November 27, 2009
This annual day-after-Thanksgiving tradition celebrates the start of the holiday season and benefits UCSF Children's Hospital. There will be musical performances and Santa Claus will lead the countdown to the big illumination. The celebration begins at 6PM.

Boston Common Holiday Tree Lighting - Boston, Mass.
December 3, 2009
This year, Mayor Menino and Santa Claus will flip the switch to light the city's official Christmas tree, a 46-foot white spruce. Enjoy refreshments and entertainment including singing sensation Brian McKnight. The event takes place at Boston Common from 6-8PM.

Broadway Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony - Columbus, Ohio
December 4, 2009
Help Santa ring in the season from 6:30 - 8:30PM on the main stage in the 1100 Block of Broadway. In addition to the tree lighting, there will choir performances, real reindeer and a holiday parade.

Tree Lighting Celebration & Holiday Parade - Seattle, Wash.
November 27, 2009
This annual celebration features an entire day of holiday fun. The day begins with downtown holiday parade at 8:45AM and ends with the tree lighting and fireworks display at 5PM.