Chicago's official Christmas tree makes grand arrival to Millennium Park

Monday, November 4, 2024 12:23PM CT
CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago has wasted no time in finding the perfect tree to go up in Millennium Park for the holiday season.



This year's tree is coming from Logan Square, donated by the Holden family, and its roots dig deep into this community.

The tree was installed on Monday at about 11:45 a.m.

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The tree will be decorated and serve as the city's 111th official Christmas Tree.



There a small audience watching crews install it in Millennium Park near the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Washington Street.

The tree will be lit up on Nov. 22 at 6 p.m. and will remain illuminated through Jan. 8.

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