Governor and Mrs. Pillen will light the state’s Christmas tree in the 2nd floor rotunda of the Capitol at a1:30 p.m. ceremony in the 2nd floor rotunda of the Capitol on Sunday December 7, 2025. The tree lighting will be followed by a Hometown Christmas at the Governor’s Residence starting at 2:30 p.m. and lasting until 4:30 p.m. The public is invited to both events.