The nation’s capital will take a major step into the holiday season within a matter of days as lightings of the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree and the National Christmas Tree take place. U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree The lighting of the U.

WASHINTON, DC – The 2024 Capitol Christmas Tree will have its official lighting ceremony in Washington on Tuesday. The ceremony is set for 5 p.m. and will be streamed in the media player at the top of this story. This year’s tree is an 80-foot Sitka Spruce from Wrangell, Alaska in the heart of the Tongass National Forest.

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree will be lit Tuesday, marking the start of the holiday season in Washington D.C. This year’s “People’s Tree” is an 80-foot Sitka Spruce. It made the trip all the way from Alaska to take center stage on the National Mall for the holidays.

Falling snow a surprise gift at annual Christmas at the Capitol tree lighting ceremony with Gov. Bill Lee and First Lady Maria Lee.

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