Carrie Underwood & More Stars At The 89th Annual Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

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November 13, 2023 8:58PM EST

Alessia Cara, Brad Paisley and more stars joined Carrie Underwood for the annual holiday event in Rockefeller Center.

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The 89th Annual Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

The 89th Annual Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony — Jingle Bell rock! Carrie Underwood was just one of the stars who performed at the 89th Annual Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Wednesday, Dec. 1. The country star stunned in a sleeveless red dress with a sequin top and full tulle bottom that came to her knees, along with a pair of matching pumps. She wowed the crowd with a rendition of “Let There Be Peace”.

The annual Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is always star-studded, and this year was no exception. Alessia Cara, Brad Paisley, and Pentatonix joined Carrie as performers at this years’ event, held in Manhattan on Wednesday, Dec. 1.

The New York tradition of the Rockefeller Christmas tree began way back in 1931, while the ceremony began in 1933. The event was first televised in 1951.

As always, the event was hosted by ‘TODAY’ co-anchors Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, Al Roker and Craig Melvin who helped unveil the 79-foot tall, 46-foot wide Norway Spruce adorned with more than 50,000 multi-colored energy-efficient LED lights and topped with a stunning Swarovski star.

Click through to see more photos from the legendary event!

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Brad Paisley performs Christmas in Rockefeller Center

Brad Paisley performs Christmas in Rockefeller Center — Brad Paisley is seen mid-performance in Rockefeller Center. The country star was joined on stage by Rob Thomas!

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The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree

The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree — The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree is bathed in red lights before it is lit at Rockefeller Center during the 89th annual Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting ceremony.

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Pentatonix performs at Rockefeller Center

Pentatonix performs at Rockefeller Center — Pentatonix is seen performing before the start of Rockefeller Center tree illumination during the 89th annual tree lighting ceremony. The group stayed warm in winter-ready wool coats.

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The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree is seen in NYC

The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree is seen in NYC — The 79-foot tall, 46-foot wide Norway Spruce from Elkton, Maryland weighs approximately 12 tons and is decorated with over 50,000 multi-colored energy-efficient LED lights and topped with a stunning Swarovski star.

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Alessia Cara performs

Alessia Cara performs — Canadian singer-songwriter Alessia Cara is seen performing before the start of the tree illumination during the 89th annual Rockefeller Center tree lighting ceremony at Rockefeller Center in New York. The star sounded amazing as she performed for the outdoor audience!

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Alessia Cara is festive in green

Alessia Cara is festive in green — Canadian singer-songwriter Alessia Cara performed in a holiday-ready green crop top. She paired the top with a black skirt and long black leather jacket.

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Carrie Underwood performs “Let There Be Peace”

Carrie Underwood performs “Let There Be Peace” — Carrie Underwood serenanaded the audience in New York City with her Christmas song “Let There Be Peace”. The tune was included on her 2020 Christmas album ‘My Gift.’

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Carrie Underwood sings “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas”

Carrie Underwood sings “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas” — Carrie Underwood woos audiences with a rendition of “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas”. She switched into a shiny emerald green dress for her second song.

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Rob Thomas rocks plaid to Rockefeller Center

Rob Thomas rocks plaid to Rockefeller Center — CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER — Pictured: Rob Thomas — (Photo by: Virginia Sherwood/NBC)

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The cast of “Come From Away” performs

The cast of “Come From Away” performs — The cast from the Broadway from “Come From Away” performed. They looked festive in Christmas sweaters.

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The Rockettes kick things up at The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree lighting

The Rockettes kick things up at The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree lighting — Classic! The Rockettes dazzled as they danced for the crowds.

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The Rocketttes get festive in green and red

The Rocketttes get festive in green and red — Jolly! The dancers later switched into red and green attire.

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Norah Jones smiles while playing piano

Norah Jones smiles while playing piano — Norah Jones smiles as she serenaded audiences. The piano talent glittered in sequins.

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NBC’s Craig Melvin, Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, and Al Roker host Christmas In Rockefeller Center

NBC’s Craig Melvin, Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, and Al Roker host Christmas In Rockefeller Center — NBC’s Craig Melvin, Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, and Al Roker host together. They had a blast.

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