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Pennsylvania: Governor Shapiro and Lieutenant Governor Davis Kick Off the Christmas Season at 2023 Annual Capitol Tree Lighting Ceremony
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Harrisburg, PA ~ The Shapiro Administration hosted the annual Harrisburg tradition of lighting a 20-foot Douglas Fir from Carbon County in the Capitol Rotunda, decorated by Pennsylvania's children and seniors.

Governor Josh Shapiro, Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, and Department of General Services Secretary Reggie McNeil kicked off the 2023 holiday season at the Capitol in Harrisburg with the 2023 Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.

"No matter what holidays you celebrate, I hope all Pennsylvanians get a chance to spend time with loved ones and count their blessings," said Governor Shapiro. "Lori, our children and I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays."

The tree was provided by Crystal Spring Tree Farm in Lehighton, Carbon County and was adorned with 1,250 LED lights and more than 700 handmade ornaments donated by Pre-K for PA students and Pennsylvania Department of Aging seniors from across the Commonwealth.

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The Governor was joined by Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of General Services Secretary Reggie McNeil, Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich, Reverend Anjel Scarborough of All Saints Episcopal Church in Hershey, PA, Pre-K for PA students and staff for the holiday celebration. The Central Dauphin High School Choir led the audience in singing Christmas carols while Santa Claus made an appearance.

In addition to the Rotunda Tree, there is another 20-foot Douglas fir – also from Crystal Spring Tree Farm – located outdoors on the Capitol steps which will be lit daily from 5 p.m. to midnight through January 8th 2024. The tree in the Rotunda will be lit daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m..

The annual Harrisburg tradition of lighting a 20-foot Douglas Fir was hosted by Shapiro Administration in the Capitol Rotunda today with decorations provided by Pennsylvania's children and seniors. Governor Josh Shapiro expressed his excitement for this event as it brings people together during this special time of year while wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.

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