The lighting of the first Christmas tree is said to have been in 1882. It is now a time honored tradition. Although it was hard to narrow down the list, here is where to see the best Christmas Trees in the U.S.:
- The Mayor’s Christmas Tree In Kansas City
Standing at 100 feet tall, this is one of the largest Christmas trees in the U.S. This Oregon Douglas fir towers over the Crown Center and is elaborately decorated. After seeing the tree, visitors can take a ride on a holiday train, catch a glimpse of the gingerbread village or go ice-skating at the rink. After Christmas is over the gigantic tree isn’t just thrown out. Ornaments are made out of the tree’s wood. - The White House Christmas Tree In Washington D.C.
While not gigantic in size, the White House Christmas tree doesn’t disappoint. This year the Fraser fir tree comes from Newland, North Carolina and stands at 19.5 feet tall. The tree was picked by staff members at the White House. - The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree in New York City
The tree that’s displayed at the Rockefeller Center may be the most famous Christmas tree in the world. This 72 feet tall, 12 ton Norway spruce was grown in Wallkill, New York. On the tree there is 50,000 LED lights draped on the branches and a 900-pound star was placed on top. The star has a glittery appearance thanks to the millions of Swarovski crystals that are on it. This glitzy tree fits in perfectly in New York City. - Sandi The Christmas Tree In West Palm Beach
At 35 feet tall, Sandi is the only Christmas tree in the world that’s made out of sand. It takes about 600 tons of it and countless hours to construct the Sandi Christmas tree. It’s adorned with lights and there is a music and lights show that takes place each night. In addition to the tree, there is also “Sandi Land” that features glow in the dark mini golf, selfie stops and Sandi’s Dressing Room. - Toledo Zoo, Ohio
This year’s tree is an 85 ft. spruce which is decorated with more than 35,000 lights. The zoo in total uses more than 1 million lights to welcome visitors during the holidays. What can be better than animals, an amazing botanical garden and Christmas lights? - Texas Pecan Tree In Highland
Located in Texas, the city of Highland puts their own spin on the traditional Christmas tree. Each year they decorate a 75 feet tall, 150-year-old pecan tree to kick off the Christmas season. It takes a team of people about a week to decorate the tree.
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