When is it acceptable to put up the Christmas tree? – Glenn Dwight

Opinion byStudio creative director and occasional writer ·The Country·14 Nov, 2026 04:30 PM6 mins to readGlenn Dwight is the studio creative director – regional at NZME and an occasional writer for The Country.‌How early is too early to put up your Christmas tree? Photo / 123rfIt’s that time of year again.Decorations are appearing in the shops, Christmas music is starting to sneak on to the radio, and households across New Zealand are preparing for one of the great annual domestic arguments.When is it acceptable to put up the Christmas tree? There are two