New York State's Holiday Tree Lighting
Hosted By: Empire State Plaza Convention Center
When: Sunday, Dec 5, 2021 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Celebrate the season at the beautiful Empire State Plaza with FREE activities including the official ceremony and tree lighting, fireworks, a rock-and-skate with Skeeter Creek, demonstrations by the Hudson Mohawk Figure Skating Club, performances by Tuba Christmas, and photo opportunities with Santa Claus at Cornerstone at the Plaza!
2021 Schedule
- 1:00pm - 5:00pm: Inside the Snow Globe with Cornerstone at the Plaza featuring a warming area, holiday concessions, specialty beverages, sweets & treats, and more!
- 1:00pm - 5:00pm: Meet Santa Claus
- 4:00pm: Performances Tuba Christmas
- 4:30pm: Demonstrations by the Hudson Mohawk Figure Skating Club
- 5:15pm: Official Ceremony, Tree Lighting, and Fireworks
- 6:00pm - 8:00pm: Rock-and-Skate with Skeeter Creek
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