The Annual Macy's Tree Lighting Ceremony in San Francisco's Union Square
One of San Francisco's best attractions during the holiday season is the Macy's Christmas Tree in Union Square.
On Friday, the Macy's tree will be officially lit in all its annual glory to an audience of many Bay area residents, old and new. San Francisco Giants pitcher Barry Zito will be on hand for the lighting, as will “American Idol” singer Anoop Desai.
The tree arrived in San Francisco on Monday in a five-axle low-bed semi and when it did arrive to it's Union Square spot, it was promptly lifted from the truck by a crane and guided into a shallow hole in the pavement on the square. Crews worked through the night to ensure it was properly put up.
The Macy's Christmas tree will celebrate it's 20th annual tree lighting with events begining at 6 p.m. Friday Nov. 27. Additionally you can contribute to UCSF Chilren's hospital by sponsoring a light. During the past six years, more than $800,000 has been raised for Compass Care, the palliative care program at UCSF Children's Hospital. This year's ceremony will be held in San Francisco's Union Square on Friday, Nov. 27 at 6 p.m. The tree will remain lit through Jan. 1.
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Comments
I can't wait! I'm going to head there...Though crowded, it's always spectacular. :) Thanks for the information!
I have a question will the lights be turned on right at 6pm or will there be someone peaking etc.
In the story above it says the chriestmas tree lighting will be on friday Nov 27th , but the 27th is a saturday... .myself and my husband plus family from nev. would love to attend this please let me know which day it really is. thank you very much
Sherry and family
sherry1161@comcast.net
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