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City of Chicago Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
About this event
Free evening ceremony with live performances, viewing screens, seasonal treats and a fireworks show.
City of Chicago Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is a cultural event at Millennium Park in the Chicago area, scheduled on Friday, November 20, 2026. Event Beast lists it with the date, venue and a link to the official page so you can decide whether it belongs in your plans.
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Event facts
- Event
- City of Chicago Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
- Date
- Friday, November 20, 2026
- Venue
- Millennium Park
- Area
- Chicago
- Category
- Cultural
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Questions
When is City of Chicago Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony?
Friday, November 20, 2026. Check the official page for door and start times, which can change.
Where is it?
Millennium Park, in the Chicago area.
How do I get tickets?
Use the Learn more link above. It opens the official page, where tickets and the latest information are available.
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