City of Providence Searches for the Perfect Christmas Tree

Calling for Evergreen Trees for Annual Tree Lighting

PROVIDENCE, RI– The City of Providence will host its annual Holiday Celebration on Friday, December 6, 2024 at the Providence Rink in Kennedy Plaza. In advance of this festive annual tradition, the City is searching for two spruce or fir trees: a 35-foot to 45-foot tree to grace the front steps at City Hall and a 15-foot to 20-foot tree for the Providence Rink for the Christmas Tree Lighting. 

Residents can nominate their tree by sending an e-mail with a description and photo of the tree to Allison Barry, Cultural Affairs Manager of Art, Culture, Tourism, at abarry@providenceri.gov. The Forestry Division of the Parks Department will cut the winning tree down and haul it away free of charge. Stanley Tree Service will provide crane service for the trees, as they have in past years. Submissions must be received by Thursday, November 14. 

The selected trees will be displayed on the steps of City Hall and at the Providence Rink throughout the holiday season.  

The Providence Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held on Friday, December 6, 2024, at 5:30 pm at City Hall steps, 25 Dorrance St, Providence. The ceremony will feature award-winning skating teams from around the state and other family friendly activities, refreshments and music. The ceremony coincides with exciting holiday lighting and programming from City partners, including the Providence Warwick Convention Bureau and the Providence Tourism Council.