How to watch the ‘Christmas in Rockefeller Center’ tree lighting special tonight

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NBC's Annual Holiday Special: How to Watch the 2025 Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting Without Cable

The highly anticipated annual event, "Christmas in Rockefeller Center," is just around the corner. Tonight, December 3rd, at 8 PM ET, NBC will air the official tree lighting special, but viewers can start getting ready for the festivities an hour earlier at 7 PM ET.

This year's spectacular show promises to be a star-studded event, featuring none other than country music icon Reba McEntire as the host and main performer. Other notable performers include Marc Anthony, Halle Bailey, Michael Bublé, Kristin Chenoweth, Laufey, New Edition, Brad Paisley, Carly Pearce, Gwen Stefani, and the legendary Radio City Rockettes.

For those who can't tune in on NBC or don't have a cable subscription, fear not. You can still catch the show for free without breaking the bank. Here are some options to watch "Christmas in Rockefeller Center" online:

* Peacock: With an ad-supported subscription starting at $10.99 per month, you'll be able to stream NBC content on demand and watch live events, including the tree lighting ceremony.
* Apple TV+: You can bundle Apple TV+ with a Peacock subscription for just $15 per month or go ad-free with a premium plan starting at $20.

Don't miss out on this special holiday event. Get ready to be dazzled by the magic of Rockefeller Center's towering Christmas tree and enjoy an unforgettable night of music, entertainment, and festive cheer!
 
omg u can finally watch the rockefeller center tree lighting without a cable sub, yay 🎄👏 but seriously peacock is now offering it for like under $11 a month w/ ads, not bad, right? 😊 then theres apple tv+ which is like $15/month or more if ur feelin fancy 🤑 and honestly who needs cable when u got these options anyway? 😉
 
🎄 I'm super stoked for this year's Rockefeller Center tree lighting! It's gonna be lit 🚀 with all those talented performers like Reba McEntire, Marc Anthony, and Gwen Stefani. I've been looking forward to it all year and can't wait to see the stunning Christmas decorations and ice skating rink in person or online. If you're planning on tuning in, don't worry if you don't have cable - there are plenty of options like Peacock and Apple TV+ where you can stream it for free or at a low cost. It's gonna be such a fun night to get into the holiday spirit! 🎅
 
I'm kinda meh about these annual holiday specials 🤔. They're so predictable - same format, same formula, but with more and more celebrities trying to squeeze in a performance before the new year 🎄. I mean, Reba McEntire is always great, but it's just another tree lighting ceremony, you know? Can't we do something more innovative for once? Like, how about some actual cultural commentary or social issues addressed during the broadcast? Just a thought 😊. And what's with all these streaming options? It feels like we're getting watered down, opting for convenience over actual live experience 📺. Give me a good ol' fashioned TV broadcast any day! 👍
 
I'm so excited for my kids to watch the Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting Special with me tonight 😊🎄. I've been looking forward to it all week and I know they'll love seeing all their favorite performers on stage 🤩. I've set up a cozy little movie area in our living room with blankets, pillows and hot cocoa - it's going to be such a special night for us to spend together as a family ❤️. And the best part is that we can watch it for free without having to worry about cable or subscription fees 🎉. Peacock and Apple TV+ are great options too! 💻
 
I'm so nostalgic thinking about how we used to watch the Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting without even having cable TV 📺😊 My friends and I would always gather around each other's houses, taking turns recording the show on our VHS recorders and then fast-forwarding through the ads to get to the good stuff 🕰️. Nowadays it's so easy just to stream it online for free – technology is crazy! But still, there's something special about watching a holiday classic with friends in person... remember those cozy nights huddled around the TV together? 🎄❤️
 
🤔 I'm so over these streaming services making everything feel like a chore. Can't we just watch TV for fun anymore? Like, do I really need to sign up for another app just to see the tree lighting ceremony? And what's with all the ad options? It feels like they're nickel and diming us to death! 🤑
 
I'm so hyped for this year's Rockefeller Center tree lighting 🎄🔥! Reba McEntire is going to bring the house down with her country vibes and those performers? No idea how they'll fit everyone in 😂. I love that it's on Peacock though, been looking for a new streaming service anyway 💸. Has anyone checked out Apple TV+ yet? Heard good things about their original content 📺.
 
I'm so bummed I'll have to record it 📺 because my kid is still up from a late night 🤪. I swear, every year they try to get us parents to let the kids stay up later for this thing, but nope, bedtime stays the same 😂. Reba McEntire as host? That's gonna be a blast! And I love that it's on Peacock now, can't believe we're paying extra for cable anymore 🤑. Anyone have any tips on how to get my little one excited about it without giving away too much? 🤔
 
So NBC is trying to save us from missing the tree lighting ceremony by making it available online. Sounds like a great PR move, but let's be real, what's really going on here? Are they trying to make up for their own cable subscription woes? 🤔 I mean, who needs Netflix or Hulu when you've got Peacock, right? 😂 But seriously, can we talk about the economics of streaming services? Is it fair that we have to pay extra just to watch a holiday special? And what's with the ad-supported option? Is that really something we should be excited about? 🎉 I'm not saying I don't want to see Reba McEntire's performance, but do we really need ads ruining our experience? It's all about the bottom line, folks... 📊
 
I'm so down for watching this thing, but I gotta say, the best part about it is all the performers lined up – Reba McEntire at the top, of course. But seriously, with Peacock being free (well, mostly) on top of Apple TV+, anyone can join in on the holiday fun without having to break the bank 🎄💸
 
OMG u gotta watch dis 🤩! I'm so down for a festive vibe after Finals week is finally over 😂. Reba McEntire as host? Yaaas, can't wait to see her shine on TV ✨. And all those talented performers? 🎤👏 I'm planning on watching it with my friends online - we're gonna make it a fun night in 💕! And Peacock's ad-supported plan is kinda nice too, $10.99 a month isn't bad lol 😊
 
man I love how these big cable companies are now offering free streaming options for their shows its like they want everyone to feel included 🎄📺 you gotta appreciate that. but at the same time its also kinda sad that we have to pay extra just to watch something thats literally on our own network anyway 🤑😐 still, Im just glad that christmas is coming and we can all come together as a family or friends and enjoy some festive vibes 🔥🎅️
 
The tree lighting ceremony is gonna be a major production, probably gonna cost a pretty penny to produce 🤑. Wonder if it's gonna affect our taxes in 2026? Maybe they'll throw some cash at the economy to create jobs in the tech industry. And what about Comcast's influence on the media landscape? They're already pulling strings with Peacock and Apple TV+. Can we trust these streaming services not to be biased towards their own interests? I'm gonna keep an eye on this, it might just become a whole thing 📺
 
OMG, I'm so hyped for the 2025 Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting 🎄🔥! Reba McEntire as host? Yaaas, queen 👑! And a star-studded lineup? Marc Anthony, Halle Bailey... the list goes on! 🤩 Not having cable isn't a problem, though - Peacock has got me covered for $10.99/month, and Apple TV+ is just a bonus bundle away 🤑. Who else is counting down till Dec 3rd?
 
I'm actually still waiting for them to figure out how to watch it without streaming services 🤔 I mean, come on, can't they just make a YouTube link or something? We should be able to stream this without breaking the bank... but at least we have Peacock now, that's a plus 📺
 
Ugh, I'm so done with having to pay for anything anymore 🙄. Like, who thought it was a good idea to make me shell out $10.99 a month just to watch TV? I mean, I know the tree is lit and all, but can't they just make it available for free like, every other year? 🎄😒

And don't even get me started on Apple TV+, I'm still trying to figure out what's the point of that thing 🤔. Do I really need a separate subscription just to watch NBC content live? Can't we just have one reliable streaming option instead of all these bundled plans? 😩
 
OMG u guyz!!! 🤩 I'm literally counting down till Dec 3rd when Reba McEntire hosts that epic show!!! 🎄👑 I mean who else could make country rockstar vibes so iconic?! And Marc Anthony is coming too!! 💃😍 The music lineup is giving me LIFE!! 😆 gotta get my hands on that Peacock subscription stat! $10.99 a month for all the NBC magic 📺💖
 
omg i'm so hyped for reba mcentire hosting the tree lighting ceremony 🎄🎁 she always brings that southern charm and energy to her performances! i think it's awesome they're making the show available on peacock since not everyone can afford cable 🤑 let's be real though, who needs a subscription when you've got your wifi and a comfy couch? 😂
 
omg u gotta watch dis tree lighting lol its gonna b so lit 🎄🕺! reba mcEntire as host tho? genius choice 🤓. but seriously, peacock is da way to go 4 now 👍
 
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