Downtown Macy's 2013 Holiday Tree Lighting (Summer St. Plaza)

Macy’s Downtown Crossing rings in the Christmas spirit with spectacular events for the entire family. Special guests include hip-hop and R&B recording artist Mack Wilds, Alt/Pop band Echosmith, The Boston’s Children Choir, and The Boston Pops.
 
The event also includes a performance of an excerpt from "Yes, Virginia!" by the students from Melrose Veteran’s Memorial Middle School. Also making a special appearance is the honorable Mayor Thomas M. Menino, Red Sox player Mike Carp, and of course, the one-and-only Santa Claus, who will help light the tree.