The Macy's Great Tree Lighting in Atlanta is November 26. Here's a view of the 2004 tree. AJC file photo

How to get there:

• By car: You can do it, but expect traffic back-ups and parking hassles.  Spaces are available throughout most of Lenox Square’s lots, but they will fill up quickly. There are other garages and lots nearby, but they may cost extra, or be closed because of the holiday.
• By transit: Macy’s recommends using MARTA to get to the tree lighting. Take the North-South Yellow Line Train, previously known as the Doraville train, and get off at Lenox station. (Off the Red North-South train, known before as the North Spring train, you can get off at Buckhead station, but you’ll have a longer walk to Lenox Square.) MARTA will be on a holiday schedule,which runs less frequently. Here’s new fare information for MARTA.

Performances: Live entertainers include country singer Josh Turner, “American Idol” contestant Mandisa, R&B artist Stephen Norwood, Macy’s All Star Holiday Choir and SoReal Cru.

A little advice:

• You can get some of the best views around the stage in the Macy’s parking lot, or further away near Peachtree and Lenox roads, but come early if you want to stake out those spots — they fill up quickly, well before the pre-show starts.
• The weather, for now, is expected to be dry, but cold. Bring a blanket.
• You can bring folding chairs or cushions, but most people just stand.
• This is an accessible event for people who use wheelchairs. Check in at the registration area near the main stage for accessibility info.

On TV: The tree lighting will be broadcast on WSB starting at 7 p.m. Monica Pearson and David Chandley. You can also check out WSB’s coverage of the Great Tree Lighting.

More lights: This post links to even more Christmas tree lighting events around Atlanta. Field Trips with Sue has a handy lineup of Atlanta-area lighting displays, and if you’re traveling, here’s a guide of other impressive displays around the Southeast.

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