The iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree will be lit for the first time this year on Wednesday, Nov. 29.
The 75-foot tall, 12-plus ton Norway spruce from the home of Jason Perrin in State College, Pennsylvania, will be illuminated at the end of a two-hour TV special featuring live performances by some of music's biggest stars.
Thousands of spectactors are expected to crowd walkways near the Plaza to witness the dazzling event -- and you can watch it all live at home on NBC or on the go via NBC Live starting at 7 p.m. ET.
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