The most famous Christmas tree in the world is coming from just upstate. Rockefeller Center revealed that the 2025 tree will hail from East Greenbush, New York, a small town near Albany where it’s been the pride of the Russ family for more than 60 years.

Standing 75 feet tall and about 45 feet wide, the Norway spruce was donated by the family, who says it’s been the backdrop of countless celebrations.

“I’m excited to make more cherished memories with my family and childhood friends as it becomes the world’s Christmas tree,” said homeowner Judy Russ, who lives in the family’s historic home with her 7-year-old son, Liam.

The tree, estimated to be about 75 years old, will be cut on November 6 and make the 130-mile trip to Manhattan two days later, where it will be raised on Rockef

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