The famed 100-foot-tall metal Christmas tree was erected and illuminated without the usual fanfare in Delray Beach, Florida on December 8, but without fanfare.

Covid-19 caution forced the city to cancel the tree lighting event, which usually draws thousands of holiday revelers. The street and boat parades were also canceled. The tree is still drawing small crowds who seem just as impressed as ever by its sheer size and bright lights.

The city and local restaurants and shops are hoping that they will remember to shop and eat local while they're in town.

The famed 100' (metal) Christmas tree was erected and illuminated without the usual fanfare in Delray Beach, Florida. Covid-19 caution forced the city to cancel the tree lighting event, which usually draws thousands of holiday revelers. The street and boat parades were also canceled. The tree is still drawing small crowds who seem just as impressed as ever by its sheer size and bright lights. The city and local restaurants and shops are hoping that they will remember to shop and eat local while they're in town.

This video features: 1) Video of the tree shot at sunset the evening of December 8, 2020; 2) Video of the massive crowds who turned out for the tree lighting ceremony November 29, 2018 (Note the carousel and artificial skating rink that were not erected this year); 3) A few storefronts featuring uniquely Florida gifts recorded on December 8, 2020.

For more information about the tree: https://www.delraybeachfl.gov/Home/Components/News/News/414/395