Philadelphia's Holiday Tree arrives at City Hall from New York
The annual tree lighting ceremony is set for Thursday, December 5.
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Philadelphia's Holiday Tree arrived at City Hall on Wednesday, kicking off the festive season in the city.
The 55-year-old 50-foot Albie Concolor White Fir tree arrived just after 11 a.m. after making the long 205-mile journey from Hornell, New York.
The tree will be the centerpiece of the City Hall display for this 2024 holiday season.
The tree will be decorated over the next three weeks, with a very Philly tree-topper: a bronze Liberty Bell.
As in years past, 6abc is a proud sponsor of the Philly Holiday Tree.
"(The tree) is gorgeous already, wait until you see it when it's up and lit live on 6abc," said John Morris, the VP of Content Development and Innovation at 6abc.
The annual tree lighting ceremony is set for Thursday, December 5 at 7 p.m.
"Take a blanket, get some hot chocolate where you can be warm, and you're going to be treated to a wonderful celebration with the lighting of the tree," said 6abc's President and General Manager Bernie Prazenica.
6abc's Alicia Vittarelli, Rick Williams, and Cecily Tynan will help to flip the switch, bringing light to City Hall. We'll also have musical guests and performances.
"R&B superstar and four-time Grammy nominee, Keshia Cole," revealed Michael DelBene, president and CEO of Welcome America Inc.
"Thanks, 6abc too. This is what Philadelphia needs right about now. It will help to bring motivation, inspiration, and encouragement during the holiday season," noted Mayor Cherelle Parker.
And that's just the beginning of what's to come to the heart of the city!
This Friday, the Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink and Cabin return to Dilworth Park, along with the Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market.
If you're into holiday shopping, skip across the street towards Love Park for the annual Christmas Village, which returns on Thanksgiving Day.
Inside, 120 vendors offer hand-made and imported items, as well as delicious food and warm drinks like hot chocolate and mulled wine.
