Trivia
Christmas in New York City Trivia
Enjoy a carefully curated collection of Christmas General Knowledge trivia with Festly's Christmas in New York City Trivia.
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6 Questions
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1. When was the first Christmas tree raised at Rockefeller Center?
Answer
1931
Workers at Rockefeller Center pooled their money together to buy a 20-foot balsam fir. Construction of 30 Rockefeller Plaza would begin the following year.
2. What year did the annual Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting Ceremony commence?
Answer
1933
Although a Christmas tree had made an earlier appearance when construction workers pooled their funds to buy a tree, the official ceremony didn't begin until 1933.
3. For the Rockefeller Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, What type of tree is used?
Answer
Norway Spruce
4. What fun winter activity can be found beneath the Rockefeller Christmas Tree?
Answer
Ice Skating
5. What is the name of the ice rink in New York City's Central Park?
Answer
Wollman Rink
6. How and when does Santa first arrive at Macy's Herald Square in NYC each year?
Answer
Parade float during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Traditionally, Santa can be found on the final float in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade which ends at the Macy's flagship location at Herald Square. Santa's arrival marks the beginning of the holiday season at Macy's.
