Raleigh
NC State Capitol's State Tree Lighting
- When: Thursday, December 11, 2025, 5:30 pm
- Location: 1 East Edenton Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
- Cost: Free
Join the State Capitol and Gov. Josh Stein for the annual tree-lighting tradition on Thursday, Dec. 11th! The festivities will begin on Capitol Square at 5:30pm with luminaries and holiday music performed by the Raleigh Concert Band. The governor and dignitaries will make their way to the South grounds at 6:15 p.m. to officially begin the ceremony. The lit tree will be visible the length of Fayetteville Street – and even Santa is scheduled to make an appearance!
After the ceremony, feel free to come into the Capitol to experience its holiday decorations.
Free; no reservations needed.
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- Contact Phone: 919-733-4994
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- Category: Free
The 2025 State Tree is sponsored by State Employees Credit Union.
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