National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in photos
December 6, 2012
Flanked by the evening’s host Neil Patrick Harris, President Barack Obama sings “Santa Claus is Coming to Town” with his eldest daughter Malia. Jordan Emont | Photo Editor
Thousands attended the 90th annual National Christmas Tree lighting ceremony on the Ellipse Thursday night. Jordan Emont | Photo Editor
Among the special guests were James Taylor, The Fray and Jason Mraz. Jordan Emont | Photo Editor
First Lady Michelle Obama and Modern Family star Rico Rodriguez read “T’was the Night Before Christmas” to children on stage. Jordan Emont | Photo Editor
The ceremony was broadcast live on television and streamed online. Jordan Emont | Photo Editor
Colbie Caillat and Jason Mraz performed a duet of “Baby It’s Cold Outside.” Jordan Emont | Photo Editor
The Midtown Men – the original broadway cast members of Jersey Boys – sang several Christmas songs to start off the event. Jordan Emont | Photo Editor
