The lottery for tickets to the National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is now open and ends at 10 a.m. (ET) on Monday, October 10.
http://www.recreation.gov/outdoors/2016-national-christmas-tree-lighting-ceremony.htm
SOURCE: National Park Foundation and National Park Service
About the Event
On December 1, 2016 the National Park Foundation and National Park Service will present the 94th annual National Christmas Tree Lighting. Popular entertainers and a United States military band add to the celebratory evening when the President of the United States lights the National Christmas Tree and brings a message of peace to the nation and world.
To learn more about the National Christmas Tree Lighting and December events at the National Christmas Tree, please visit thenationaltree.org.
Throughout December, visit the National Christmas Tree, enjoy the month-long celebration, and share your President’s Park story at findyourpark.com.
2016 National Christmas Tree Lighting Performers
James Taylor Added to 94th Annual National Christmas Tree Lighting Talent Lineup
http://www.nationalparks.org/about/pressroom/press-releases/james-taylor-added-94th-annual-national-christmas-tree-lighting
Chance the Rapper, Kelly Clarkson & Yolanda Adams Wrap National Park Service Centennial With Performances At The 94th Annual National Christmas Tree Lighting
http://www.nationalparks.org/connect/npf-news/chance-rapper-kelly-clarkson-yolanda-adams-caps-national-park-service-centennial