New York City Tree Lighting 2024. “the nutcracker” people return to new york city ballet’s “george balanchine’s the nutcracker” because they know what to expect: In 2024, the tree will be lit up and on display until january 11, 2025, so you have ample time to catch a glimpse of it in person.

In 2024, the tree lighting ceremony will be on wednesday, december 4th. See below for the exact times the lights are on.