East Harlem Holiday Tree

The East Harlem Holiday Tree is a beacon that symbolizes the persistence of hope and the determination to prevail in the diverse and culturally rich community of East Harlem.  All photos in the slide deck above were taken by Eye of Eve Photography

About Us

Every year since December 2004, a group of volunteers who are dedicated to the East Harlem community have raised the funds to install a huge decorated tree at Franklin Plaza, corner of Third Avenue and East 106th Street. We proudly celebrate the 17th anniversary of our efforts this year. We invite you all to support this year's Holiday Tree. 

A Sense of Normalcy in an Unprecedented Time

In this time of pandemic, life does not go on as usual. But the East Harlem Holiday Tree Committee believes that the community needs the holiday tree this year more than ever, and so we have decided to go ahead with the 17th annual East Harlem Holiday Tree. 

At the 2019 Tree Lighting Ceremony, JWPIX reporter Monica Morales and singer La Yoli led the countdown in English and Spanish to the official lighting of the tree.

Video by: Kathleen Benson

Calendar of East Harlem Holiday Tree and Related Holiday Events

Friday, December 4, 7:30 p.m. due to technical difficulties

VIRTUAL 17th Annual East Harlem Holiday Tree Lighting

DUE TO THE PANDEMIC, THERE WILL

BE NO GATHERING. INSTEAD, TUNE IN FOR OUR FIRST EVER VIRTUAL TREE LIGHTING EVENT

YouTube: 17th Annual East Harlem Holiday Tree Lighting

Facebook: EHHolidayTree

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Wednesday, January 6, 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.

VIRTUAL 44TH Annual Three Kings Day Celebration

Fuerza Colectiva: Celebrating Our Roots and Diversity

Streamed on El Museo del Barrio's Website, Facebook,

and YouTube

11-11:45 a.m. (Families and Schools) RSVP at

6-7 p.m. (All Ages) RSVP at

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We Need Your Help

We depend on donations, large and small, from community based organizations, corporations doing businesses in East Harlem  groups, and individuals.  Please make a tax deductible contribution today!  We now offer online donation capability! Visit the Donate page to find out how.

Santa greeted the children and gave out crowns and tiaras at the 16th annual 

East Harlem Holiday Tree Lighting event.

Photo by Eye of Eve Photography