17 Stunning Christmas Trees Around Lebanon: Which One’s Your Fave?
People are going all out for the holidays, with so many Christmas festivals, pop-ups, and markets happening around Lebanon. Every year, we look forward to the Christmas tree lighting ceremonies.
With 17 stunning Christmas trees already gracing our streets, it’s impossible not to get into the holiday spirit. Which one’s your favorite? 🎄✨
1. Batroun
One of Lebanon’s most beautiful and elegant Christmas trees looks like it came straight out of a Disney movie. Year after year, Batroun is cementing its reputation as Lebanon’s Christmas capital, drawing tourists from near and far to witness the holiday magic.
Watch the tree lighting in Batroun:
2. Jbeil
Byblos’ Christmas tree isn’t just decoration, it’s a work of art. Made entirely from mirrored leaves, it symbolizes renewal and the strength that comes from unity, reflecting both light and creativity.
Watch the tree lighting in Jbeil:
3. Downtown Beirut
After more than seven years, Beirut’s central Christmas tree returns to tell the city’s story. Inspired by Beirut as the “Pearl of the Middle East,” it represents strength, purity, and peace, with a nod to Pope Leo XIV’s historic visit.
4. Zaitouna Bay
The Christmas tree in Zaitouna Bay is Lebanon’s first rotating Christmas tree. It symbolizes peace, resilience, and deep roots. By day, it reflects the beauty of Beirut; by night, it lights up the water, spreading joy and hope with every turn.
5. Zgharta
After delighting visitors at Bnachii Lake, Zgharta brought the magic of Christmas this year to Sleiman Frangieh Park, lighting up the town with festive cheer.
6. Anfeh
Anfeh kicked off the season with the lighting of its Christmas tree, radiating joy and festive spirit throughout the town.
7. ABC Ashrafieh
ABC Ashrafieh launched the holiday season under the slogan “Let There Be Light”, wishing everyone a Christmas filled with peace, joy, and love.
8. Le Mall Dbayeh
Le Mall dazzled visitors with oversized festive models and vibrant decorations, turning the mall into a colorful, artistic holiday wonderland.
9. City Center
City Center celebrated with magical performances for children and a Christmas choir, creating an atmosphere of pure joy and holiday cheer.
10. Cascada Mall Taanayel
Cascada Mall in Taanayel brought the magic of Christmas to life with a tree lighting event full of music, performances, and enchanting shows for kids.
11. The Village Dbayeh
As always, The Village Dbayeh delights visitors with a unique golden Christmas tree, adding sparkle and festive cheer to the season.
12. The Backyard Hazmieh
This year, The Backyard in Hazmieh offers a stunning Christmas tree perfect for holiday photos, surrounded by a uniquely festive setting.
13. Rachaya
Rachaya’s first Christmas village lit up a magical tree, bringing the holiday spirit to the Beqaa with a festive celebration.
14. Dhour El Choueir
The town square of Dhour El Choueir hosted a tree lighting ceremony accompanied by a choir, spreading music, joy, and holiday cheer.
15. Aley (Not lit yet)
Date: Friday, December 12 at 5 PM on the main street near the train station.
16. Sassine Square (Not lit yet)
When: Friday, December 12 at 6 PM at Sassine Square in Ashrafieh.
17. Zouk Mikael (Not lit yet)
When: Friday, December 12 at 8 PM at the public park in Zouk Mikael.
What should we say first, have we forgotten any area? Let us know in the comments and definitely write to us which Christmas tree you loved the most this year in Lebanon?
