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Philly Tree Lights Up City Hall for Holidays
5 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Philadelphia's 60-foot concolor fir boasts over 6,000 multicolored lights.
- The tree lighting ceremony featured performances by Ashanti and Lalah Hathaway.
- Multiple festive attractions surround City Hall, including ice skating and markets.
Philadelphia's City Hall has become a beacon of holiday cheer, officially lighting its 60-foot concolor fir tree. Draped in over 6,000 multicolored lights and topped with a 'North Star' symbolizing peace and hope, the tree serves as the centerpiece for the city's festive celebrations.
The tree lighting ceremony, a star-studded event, featured captivating performances from music icons Ashanti and Lalah Hathaway, alongside Miss America Cassie Donegan. This vibrant kickoff signals the start of a season filled with entertainment and community spirit around City Hall and Love Park.
The surrounding areas are bustling with holiday activities, including the Christmas Village, Made in Philadelphia Market, the Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink, and the Wanamaker Light Show. These attractions offer a wide array of gift shopping, food, and family fun, making Philadelphia a premier destination throughout the holiday season.
