Chicago will flip the switch on the holidays Friday evening in Millennium Park.<\/p>\n
The city’s officials Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony kicks off with music at 5 p.m., the main program at 6 p.m. and the big moment around 6:25 p.m.<\/p>\n
ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24\/7. Click here to watch<\/a><\/p>\n Guests can expect performances, fireworks, and even a New Year’s Eve preview.<\/p>\n The Mason family donated this year’s tree. They will be alongside Mayor Brandon Johnson and Santa for the countdown.<\/p>\n RELATED |<\/strong> Glenview Norway Spruce chosen as official Chicago Christmas tree to light up Millennium Park<\/a><\/p>\n Meanwhile, the lights of the season are shining The Palmer House, decorated floor to ceiling for the holidays and the 154th annual tree lighting in the hotel’s lobby.<\/p>\n Also, dancers at the Joffrey Ballets are rehearsing for the holiday classic “The Nutcracker.”<\/p>\n On the ice for a November Friday, some skaters got their balance and a bit of holiday spirit at the Millennium Ice Rink.<\/p>\n ‘All of this is like a scene from a movie,” skater Carlos Silos said. “Chicago looks great. I think people are going to have a great time.”<\/p>\n