JoJo to Headline CityCenterDC’s Holiday Tree Lighting on Nov. 14

Multi-Platinum Selling Singer JoJo to Headline CityCenterDC’s Annual Holiday Tree Lighting on Nov. 14

The singer behind “Leave (Get Out)”, “Too Little Too Late”, and “Say So” will perform fan favorites and holiday songs as CityCenterDC kicks off the season.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 2026) – CityCenterDC and EventsDC today announced that multi-platinum selling recording artist JoJo will headline its 13th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting on Saturday, Nov. 14. The singer will perform well-known hits and holiday songs as the free celebration brings the community together in downtown Washington, D.C.

Known for chart-topping songs and impressive vocals, JoJo has captivated audiences for more than two decades with her blend of pop, R&B and soul. She made her Broadway debut as Satine in Moulin Rouge! The Musical in 2023 and released the holiday album December Baby in 2020.

This year’s celebration marks a new chapter for CityCenterDC’s annual tradition. For the first time in 13 years, the Tree Lighting will take place before Thanksgiving, coinciding with the opening weekend of the DowntownDC Holiday Market and other holiday festivities throughout downtown Washington.

“JoJo is an incredible performer whose music resonates with audiences across generations, and we’re thrilled to welcome her to CityCenterDC for this year’s Tree Lighting,” said Timothy R. Lowery, Managing Director – Retail and Mixed-Use at Hines. “By moving the celebration to November 14 for the first time, we’re creating a new way to kick off the holiday season and bring thousands of Washingtonians and visitors together in the heart of downtown. We hope everyone will join us for the Tree Lighting, explore the DowntownDC Holiday Market and make a day of celebrating the season.”

JoJo first rose to fame at age 13 when “Leave (Get Out)” made her the youngest solo artist to top Billboard’s Mainstream Top 40 chart. She followed with platinum-selling hits including “Too Little Too Late” and continued to develop as a singer, songwriter and performer. In 2020, she was featured on PJ Morton’s “Say So,” which won the Grammy Award for Best R&B Song. Beyond music, she has appeared on Broadway in Moulin Rouge! The Musical and became a New York Times bestselling author with her 2024 memoir, Over the Influence.

Now in its 13th year, CityCenterDC’s Annual Holiday Tree Lighting draws thousands of residents and visitors downtown. This year’s celebration will take place from 5–8 p.m. in The Park at CityCenter, at New York Avenue NW and 11th Street NW. The official Tree Lighting program begins at 6 p.m.

“Events DC is proud to partner with CityCenterDC once again to bring the community together for a joyful celebration,” said Angie M. Gates, President and CEO of Events DC. “With a dazzling performance by Grammy Award-winning artist JoJo, this year’s event will set the stage for an unforgettable holiday season. We invite residents and visitors alike to join us as we celebrate the magic, energy and spirit of the season in the District.” 

NBC4 Anchor Eun Yang will return as emcee, joining community partners for the countdown and illumination of CityCenterDC’s 78-foot holiday tree. The evening will also feature complimentary family-friendly activities, including face painting and balloon animals, along with festive food and beverages available for purchase.

Beyond the November 14 celebration, CityCenterDC will once again transform into a festive downtown destination, with its signature 20-foot reindeer, holiday installations and illuminated tree creating a backdrop for seasonal shopping, dining and holiday outings. From November 27 through December 20, weekend Snow Days will bring snow showers set to holiday music to The Plaza at CityCenter on the hour from 3-7 p.m. 

CityCenterDC’s Annual Holiday Tree Lighting is free and open to the public. Festivities begin at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14, with the official Tree Lighting program beginning at 6 p.m.

For more information and updates on CityCenterDC programming, retailers and restaurants, please visit CityCenterDC.com and follow @CityCenterDC on social.

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ABOUT CITYCENTERDC
CITYCENTERDC (CityCenterDC.com) is a unique, pedestrian-friendly, 10-acre mixed-use development located in the heart of downtown Washington, D.C. Developed by Hines and Qatari Diar, the project is home to more than 221,000 square feet of retail space, 520,000 square feet of prime office space, 458 rental apartment units and 216 condominium units, a 360-room hotel, a 1,550-space parking garage, a public park, a central plaza, and pedestrian-oriented streets and alleyways.