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Madison Square Park Tree Lighting: What You Need To Know
The massive holiday tree in Madison Square Park will be illuminated on Thursday night.
MADISON SQUARE PARK, NY — The massive Christmas tree in Madison Square Park will be lit on Thursday night, kicking off multiple weeks of holiday celebrations.
The festivities are getting started on Thursday with a life-size gingerbread house in the park, plus performances from local musicians.
In #NYC Dec. 7 - Dec. 20? Come visit us on #GingerbreadBlvd in Madison Square Park! Bring the family, post a selfie, and celebrate the holidays. Event info: https://t.co/4ixUl5guQo pic.twitter.com/2NMbQcW2AN
— Taste of Home (@tasteofhome) December 7, 2017
Holiday treats and snacks will be available from Eataly, Almond, wagamama and Hill Country Chicken.
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The tree itself will be lit at about 5 p.m. on Thursday. You can find more information about Thursday's event here.
And if you want even more nighttime views in the park, check out the public art installation installed on the lawn there last month.
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