The former Destiny’s Child pop star will sing alongside the American Pops Orchestra during DC’s kickoff to the holiday season on Saturday, Nov. 29
Additional holiday programming at CityCenterDC this year includes the debut of #CCDCSnowDays. seasonal photo moments and the downtown destination’s annual giving campaign in support of Children’s National Hospital
CityCenterDC and Events DC are thrilled to announce that Grammy Award-winning singer and Broadway star Michelle Williams will grace the stage alongside the American Pops Orchestra at its always anticipated Annual Tree Lighting on Thanksgiving weekend, Saturday, Nov. 29. Williams, who has earned numerous Grammys and other music industry accolades, is currently starring on Broadway in “Death Becomes Her.”
Now in its 12th year, CityCenterDC’s Annual Holiday Tree Lighting brings thousands to downtown DC to watch the lighting of its glittering 75-foot tree and kick off the holiday season. The evening will be filled with family fun, including complimentary face painting, balloon art and other festive surprises, while gourmet bites from popcorn to roasted nuts to hot chocolate will be available for purchase.
“The Saturday after Thanksgiving has become one of my favorite days of the year, as CityCenterDC has transformed the date into Washington, DC’s unofficial start of the holiday season,” said Timothy R. Lowery, Managing Director - Retail and Mixed-Use, Hines. “Year after year, locals and visitors alike come downtown for this special holiday tradition. We look forward to Michelle Williams joining us this year and gracing our audience with her inspiring voice.”
“Events DC is thrilled to once again partner with CityCenterDC as the official Entertainment Sponsor to usher in the holiday season in the vibrant heart of the District,” said Angie M. Gates, President and CEO of Events DC. “Michelle Williams is a true icon, with a career that transcends musical genres and decades. This celebration encapsulates the joy and spirit of the holidays in Washington, DC, and we eagerly anticipate illuminating the city with festive cheer.”
The holiday festivities will take place on Saturday, Nov. 29, beginning at 5:00 p.m. The tree lighting celebration begins at 6:00 p.m. in The Park at CityCenter, on the corner of New York Avenue NW and 11th Street NW.
Beyond the Annual Tree Lighting, CityCenterDC will debut #CCDCSnowDays, a playful, photo-ready “flurry” experience that brings the magic of winter to life, even when it’s not in the forecast. Beginning November 28th, visitors can enjoy surprise snowfalls, holiday music, and seasonal photo moments every weekend throughout the holidays until the weekend before Christmas.
In the spirit of giving, CityCenterDC will also continue its support of Children’s National Hospital’s Giving Tuesday campaign as a matching gift sponsor. From Nov. 20 through Dec. 2, 2025, CityCenterDC will match all donations up to $20,000, and is proud to once again support the foundation this holiday season.
CityCenterDC’s onsite hotel, Conrad Washington, DC, will also celebrate the magic of the season with festive holiday programming, including a Holiday Brunch with Santa on Sunday, Dec. 21 in its restaurant Estuary, and a whimsical Santa Letter-Writing Station, where bespoke stationery and a dedicated North Pole mailbox ensure every wish finds its way to Santa himself. The hotel will be decked out in artful décor, shimmering evergreens, and warm, glowing accents that create an atmosphere of festive elegance. Guests and visitors alike can also enjoy a curated Holiday Cocktail Collection in Estuary with a view of CityCenterDC’s towering Christmas tree.
CityCenterDC’s holiday tree lighting celebration is free and open to the public and cameras are welcome. For interview requests and exclusive photos, please contact Katie Bianco at TAA Public Relations at katie@taapr.com.
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CITYCENTERDC (www.citycenterdc.com) is a unique, pedestrian-friendly, 10-acre mixed-use development located in the heart of downtown Washington, D.C. Developed by Hines and Qatari Diar, the project is home to more than 221,000 square feet of retail space, 520,000 square feet of prime office space, 458 rental apartment units and 216 condominium units, a 360 room hotel, a 1,550-space parking garage, a public park, a central plaza, and pedestrian-oriented streets and alleyways.
