NYC Mayor-Elect Mamdani visits Bronx Christmas Tree Lighting

Bronx BP Gibson was joined by Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani at the annual tree lighting in the Bronx on Dec. 5, 2025. (Ariama C. Long photos)

- By ARIAMA C. LONG Amsterdam News Staff

Bronx BP Gibson's Tree Lighting Extravaganza Winter Wonderland included a free toy giveaway at Bronx Borough Hall.

The Christmas season is here, and Bronx Borough President (BP) Vanessa Gibson is decorating the borough's holiday tree at this year's annual Tree Lighting Extravaganza and Winter Wonderland event.

Bronx families full of the young, and young at heart, piled onto Lou Gehrig Plaza, near Yankee Stadium, enduring frigid temperatures, just to partake in the festivities. This year's celebration featured the lighting of a 250-foot, 100,000 LED holiday tree, 29 decorated lamp posts, and five illuminated Bronx skylines stretching from 158th Street to 169th Street along Grand Concourse.

"At a time when many of our families are facing uncertainty, events like this remind us of the power of generosity and hope," said Gibson. "Our Winter Wonderland celebration is about our community coming together and a reminder that we are stronger when we celebrate together, support one another, and create joyful moments for our children to enjoy and remember."