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Chicago Opens Call for 2025 Millennium Park Christmas Tree

Email nominations are open through Oct. 14 for trees that satisfy the city's height, species, distance rules.

Overview

  • The city is seeking its 112th official Christmas tree to stand in Millennium Park at Michigan and Washington.
  • Entries are due Oct. 14 by emailing dcase@cityofchicago.org with the owner's contact information, a short explanation of why the tree should be chosen, and at least two photos including one wide shot and one close-up.
  • Eligible trees must be at least 45 feet tall, located within 50 miles of the Loop with preference inside 15 miles, and preferably a Norway spruce or fir, with pines ineligible.
  • The tree-lighting ceremony is set for Friday, Nov. 21 at 6 p.m. and will air live on CBS News Chicago.
  • The selected tree will be transported, installed, and decorated by the city and will remain lit through Jan. 11.