GEORGE STRAIT & ALAN JACKSON SPREAD HOLIDAY CHEER AT ROCKEFELLER CENTER — This December, two of country music’s most beloved icons will bring their legendary warmth and unmistakable charm to one of the world’s most treasured holiday traditions. NBC has officially announced that George Strait and Alan Jackson will co-host the 2025 Christmas in Rockefeller Center — a night set to shimmer with music, memories, and the magic only these two can deliver.
There are holiday specials… and then there are moments etched into the season forever. This year, America is preparing for something truly extraordinary: George Strait and Alan Jackson, two titans who shaped the sound of a generation, standing side by side beneath the sparkling lights of Rockefeller Center.
For decades, these men have carried Christmas into living rooms through timeless songs — from Alan’s tender classic “Let It Be Christmas” to the warmth in George’s soulful holiday performances. But never before have they shared a holiday stage quite like this.
NBC’s announcement has already sent a ripple of excitement across the country. Producers say the event will blend traditional reverence with unmistakable country soul, turning the iconic tree-lighting ceremony into a celebration of faith, family, and the enduring American spirit.
Fans can expect heartfelt stories of childhood holidays in Texas and Georgia, acoustic renditions lit by soft golden lights, and duets that feel like the kind of songs you play while decorating a tree or sitting beside a crackling fire. With the skyscrapers towering overhead and snow drifting through the New York wind, the night promises to capture everything that makes Christmas feel timeless.
Behind the scenes, both artists are said to be deeply honored. George, known for his quiet grace, shared that stepping into this holiday tradition feels like “something truly special.” Alan, whose Christmas records have comforted millions, expressed his excitement to “bring a little country warmth to the world’s biggest city.”
And truly — who better than these two?
Together, they represent 80+ years of music, storytelling, resilience, and genuine heart. Now they’ll bring all of that to a global stage, offering the kind of comfort and joy only real country legends can deliver.
When the first snowflakes fall over Rockefeller Plaza, when the choir rises, and when the tallest Christmas tree in America comes to life, millions will be watching. And in that moment — with George Strait and Alan Jackson leading the celebration — the season will officially begin.
A magical night awaits.
A country Christmas is coming to New York.