The holiday lineup at Great American Family just got a major upgrade; and itâs all about bringing a little national sparkle home for the season. The network announced itâs partnering with the National Park Foundation to broadcast the 2025 National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. And honestly? Thatâs a perfect match.
According to Great American Familyâs Instagram announcement, the special will exclusively premiere on Friday, December 5, 2025 at 8:00pm ET and be available to stream on Great American Pure Flix through January 31, 2026. This means holiday lovers can relive the magic well into the new year, long after the wrapping paperâs been recycled and the last cookieâs been eaten.
The network wrote, âWe are honored to partner with the @nationalparkfoundation to bring the 2025 National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony into homes nationwide.â That partnership brings a touch of tradition to Great American Familyâs already robust holiday lineup, adding a historic, heartwarming event thatâs been celebrated for nearly a century in Washington, D.C.
A Holiday Tradition Finds a New Home
For nearly a century, the National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony has been one of the most cherished American holiday traditions. An event that blends music, celebration, and community in front of the iconic White House backdrop. Each year, the lighting kicks off the season with star performances and heartwarming stories. Plus a giant evergreen covered in thousands of sparkling lights. Let’s be real; itâs the perfect mix of history and holiday spirit thatâs stood the test of time.
So itâs kind of perfect that Great American Family (known for its cozy, family-friendly lineup) is the one bringing it to TV this year. The networkâs been steadily expanding its holiday offerings with original movies, specials, and themed weekends. And this latest addition feels like the cherry on top of their Christmas sundae. Itâs a beautiful blend of classic American tradition and the kind of heartfelt storytelling the channel has become known for.
Fans Already Counting Down to December
Fans are instantly on board, lighting up the comments section with excitement and a flurry of Christmas emojis. âLooking forward to this special event!!! ððâ¨â¨â one fan gushed. Another wrote, âCanât wait to watch!â The enthusiasm was overflowing, with comments like âThis is wonderful news!â and âSo proud of you all!â¤ï¸â pouring in. Someone even went all in with, âCANâT WAIT!!!ðâ¤ï¸ð,â while another user gave the perfect cheer of support: âThis is crazy awesome!!!! ð congrats to the whole @greatamericanfamily team from the highest offices to the lowest one, thank u all.â
With this addition, Great American Family isnât just serving up feel-good holiday movies. Theyâre giving viewers a front-row seat to one of the nationâs most iconic celebrations. The mix of national pride, tradition, and festive joy makes this special a perfect fit for the networkâs ever-growing âGreat American Christmasâ slate.
And given how passionate the fanbase already is, it seems like the networkâs December 5 premiere might turn into its own little holiday event at home. Matching pajamas, hot cocoa, and all. Between the star-studded performances, the gorgeous lights, and the sense of unity that always comes with the National Christmas Tree Lighting, this feels like exactly the kind of programming fans have been hoping for.
If the comments are any indication, people are more than ready to celebrate. And honestly? Same. A historic holiday tradition and a cozy TV night rolled into one? Thatâs a win for Great American Family and for Christmas lovers everywhere.
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