Christmas in Rockefeller Center: Season 2019, Episode 1

2019 - 1: 87th Annual Christmas in Rockefeller Center

Just before the lighting of the iconic tree in Rockefeller Plaza, audiences will be treated to festive performances by Chicago, Brett Eldredge, Derek & Julianne Hough, John Legend, Idina Menzel, Lea Michele, NE-YO, Gwen Stefani, Straight No Chaser, Skylar Astin & Alex Newell from NBC's midseason drama, "Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist," and appearances by Miss America 2019 Nia Franklin and the Radio City Rockettes. NBC's "Today" anchors Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, Craig Melvin, Al Roker will host the joyous event.

The 87th annual holiday special will celebrate the lighting of a 77-foot tall, 46-foot wide Norway Spruce from Village of Florida in Orange County, N.Y. The tree weighs approximately 12 tons and is approximately 70-75 years old. It will be adorned with more than 50,000 multi-colored LEDs and will be topped with a stunning Swarovski star.