Many towns big and small have a special Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony to start the holiday season, either late in November or in early December. Below are some stand-out Christmas Tree Lighting ceremonies. If you're visiting NYC, DC, or Chicago on the right date, be sure to take your kids to watch the Christmas Tree light up.

• Christmas Tree Lightings

And more for the Holiday Season:

• Holiday Lights
• Holiday Events in many cities
• Christmas Train Rides
• Disney Christmas
• Christmas Break - getaway ideas

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