2016 National Christmas Tree Lighting
First lady Michelle Obama, Sasha Obama and President Barack Obama trip the switch at the National Christmas Tree Lighting on Dec. 1, 2016 in Washington, D.C.
This year is the 94th annual National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. Click through to see more of the festive celebration.
The first family
Eva Longoria, Michelle Obama, Sasha Obama and Barack Obama attend the National Christmas Tree Lighting on the Ellipse of the National Mall in Washington, D.C., on Dec. 1, 2016.
Barack Obama
President Barack Obama speaks during the National Christmas Tree Lighting in Washington, D.C., on Dec. 1, 2016.
Story time
Michelle Obama reads a book to children at the National Christmas Tree Lighting in Washington, D.C., on Dec. 1, 2016.
Santa meets the president
A man dressed as Santa Claus and Barack Obama attend the National Christmas Tree Lighting in Washington, D.C., on Dec. 1, 2016.
Eva Longoria
Eva Longoria serves as the master of ceremony during the National Christmas Tree Lighting attended by the first family in Washington, D.C.
"Jingle Bells"
Santa Claus and President Barack Obama sings “Jingle Bells” with Eva Longoria, Kelly Clarkson, Garth Brooks and Marc Anthony during the National Christmas Tree lighting ceremony on Dec. 1, 2016 in Washington, D.C.
James Taylor
James Taylor performs during the 94th Annual National Christmas Tree Lighting on Dec. 1, 2016 in Washington, D.C.
Yolanda Adams
Yolanda Adams performs during the 94th National Annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Dec. 1, 2016 in Washington, D.C.
Marc Anthony
Singer Mark Anthony performs at the National Christmas Tree Lighting attended by the first family on Dec. 1, 2016 in Washington, D.C.
Chance the Rapper
Chance the Rapper performs during the 94th National Annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Dec. 1, 2016 in Washington, D.C.
Kelly Clarkson
Kelly Clarkson performs at the National Christmas Tree Lighting on Dec. 1, 2016 in Washington, D.C.
Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood
Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood perform during the National Christmas Tree lighting ceremony on Dec. 1, 2016 in Washington, D.C.
Lively audience
President Barack Obama, first lady Michelle Obama and daughter Sasha Obama attend the National Christmas Tree Lighting on Dec. 1, 2016 in Washington, D.C.