11/23/2025

112th Annual City of Chicago Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony (11/21/25)

The Tree Lighting Ceremony was held in Millennium Park - Chicago, IL

112th Annual City of Chicago Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Friday, November 21, 2025
Millennium Park - Chicago, IL

Chicago’s “official” Christmas tree, the 112th Annual City of Chicago Christmas Tree in Millennium Park, shines brightly near the intersection of Michigan Ave. and Washington St. The tree was illuminated on Friday, Nov. 21, 2025 during the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.   The ceremony had multiple viewing areas throughout Millennium Park, complete with giant screens, seasonal treats, and a vibrant main stage along Washington Street, right beside the Chicago Cultural Center. The celebration reached its magical finale with the illumination of Chicago’s Christmas Tree, followed by a fireworks display.

The ECA congratulates McWilliams Electric Company, Inc. for facilitating this year’s tree lighting.  Also, the ECA congratulates Taylor Electric Company for completing the holiday lighting on Michigan Avenue.

The tree will remain illuminated through Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026.

 

Pictured at a special recognition event from left to right are: 
Jerry McGlynn, McWilliams Electric, Inc.,
Kendra Dinkins, Taylor Electric Company, and
Jim McGlynn, Sr., McWilliams Electric, Inc.

Pictured from left to right are Kaylee McGlynn (granddaughter of Jim McGlynn, Sr.), 
Jerry McGlynn, McWilliams Electric Company, Inc.,
Jim McGlynn, Sr., McWilliams Electric Company, Inc., and
Madi McGlynn (granddaughter of Jim McGlynn, Sr.).