Chicago accepting nominations for Millennium Park Christmas tree
CHICAGO - The City of Chicago announced Wednesday that it’s accepting nominations for the Millennium Park Christmas tree.
The city is accepting nominations for its official Christmas tree until Oct. 12, according to a statement from the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events.
All nominations must be located less than 50 miles from the Loop, at least 45 feet tall and preferably a Norway spruce or fig tree. Pine trees are ineligible because they aren't sturdy enough, DCASE said.
Submissions must include the family’s name, address, phone number and email address, DCASE said. At least two photographs must be included too, one of the tree from afar and one up close. A brief explanation on why the tree should be Chicago’s official tree and any additional information that makes the tree special should be mentioned. Nominations must be submitted via email at DCASE@cityofchicago.org.
Officials will light the tree at the 110th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Nov. 17, and it will remain illuminated through early Jan. 2024, DCASE said.
The City of Chicago’s 2022 Holiday Tree, a 55-foot Colorado Blue Spruce, was donated by the Glisovic family of Morton Grove.
Morton Grove couple donates Chicagos official Christmas tree to adorn Millennium Park
This years city Christmas tree is making its way from Morton Grove to downtown Chicago. The family behind the tree says they watched it grow for 33 years and it was the back drop for many family photos. The 55-foot-tall tree was selected from 80 different volunteers.
The lighting of the Christmas Tree is the centerpiece of the Chicago’s annual holiday traditions in Millennium Park. This year’s festivities will feature many activities including ice skating at McCormick Tribune Ice Rink. More free cultural programs will be announced in the coming weeks, the statement said.
For complete details, visit: cityofchicago.org/dcase.