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National Christmas Tree Lighting

Winners are told Nov 12 and can get up to five tickets.

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Thu, Dec 3

Times and prices can change, so check the official page before you go.

Every year

Next datesDec 3, 2026
  • Time of yearDecember
  • Price in 2026Free tickets by lottery (enter Oct 28 – Nov 4)

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Who gets in free

EveryoneFree tickets by lottery (enter Oct 28 – Nov 4)

Where

  • The Ellipse, President’s Park15th St. and Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20004Open in Maps ↗
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