It’s that time of year again! “Old Ironsides” and her crew invite the public to join us for our annual tree-lighting ceremony, taking place from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on December 5, 2025. Tour the ship, snap a photo with Santa, and enjoy festive holiday lights aboard USS Constitution! This free event will feature: • Visits and photo opportunities with Santa • Holiday music • Ship tours • Remarks from the ship’s commanding officer Guests can also witness evening colors—a ceremony marking the lowering of the American flag at sunset—scheduled for 4:12 p.m. Happy Holidays! #USNavy #USSConstitution #OldIronsides #Boston #FreedomTrail #TallShip #TreeLighting #AmericasNavy250