Chicago is preparing for its 112th annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony, featuring a massive 68-foot Norway spruce donated by a Glenview family. The festive celebration will take place on Friday, Nov. 21, in Millennium Park, offering free entertainment, fireworks, and holiday cheer for all residents and visitors. The tree lighting will kick off the Millennium Park Holiday Market , presented by Allstate, which will run through Sunday, Nov. 23.

City prepares for historic tree lighting celebration

The celebration will take place near Michigan Avenue and Washington Street, where the massive Norway spruce will be illuminated.

According to the city's official website , the pre-show entertainment begins at 5 p.m., with the actual tree lighting scheduled for around 6:25 p

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