An annual tradition dating back to 1931, a landmark holiday event is set to take place in the Big Apple on Wednesday evening, Dec. 3: the lighting of the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree.

This year's tree, a 75-foot-tall Norway Spruce approximately 75 years old, hails from upstate New York, just outside of Albany. Weighing in at 11 tons and 45 feet in diameter, the tree is decorated with 50,000 multicolored lights and a 900-pound Swarovski star, according to the Rockefeller Center website.

Here's how to watch the Rockefeller Christmas tree lighting ceremony.

Where to watch NBC's 'Christmas in Rockefeller Center'

The live broadcast of the tree lighting will air on NBC and Peacock on Wednesday, Dec. 3, from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. ET.

Who is hosting the special?

The special will be hosted by musical artist and actress Reba McEntire, who will also perform.

"Reba's about to light up your holiday season!" NBC said in an Oct. 23 social media post. McEntire stars in the network's sitcom "Happy's Place" and serves as a coach on the 28th season of "The Voice."

"TODAY" anchors Craig Melvin, Al Roker and Savannah Guthrie are slated to be in attendance, as well.

Who is performing?

According to NBC, the following musicians and dancers are scheduled to perform:

  • Halle Bailey
  • New Edition
  • Gwen Stefani
  • Marc Anthony
  • Michael Bublé
  • Laufey
  • Kristin Chenoweth
  • Brad Paisley
  • Carly Pearce
  • Radio City Rockettes

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Rockefeller Christmas Tree lighting is just hours away. How to watch.

Reporting by James Powel and Taylor Ardrey, USA TODAY / USA TODAY

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