For decades now — yes and truly, decades — the massive and merry Christmas tree at the heart of The Grove has signaled, to many seasonal shoppers, that the glitteriest season was officially and really and opulently in full arrival.

Murky, gray smog filled the skies over Zhuhai as China kicked off its much-hyped air show with aerobatics performances on Tuesday.

Imported from Mt. Shasta on a flatbed truck, the 80-year-old tree will be hoisted by a giant crane at The Park in the outdoor shopping area.

It’s nearly the middle of November, which means the holiday season is about to be in full swing. Shoppers in one of the most popular spots in Los Angeles will soon be able to celebrate the holidays alongside a 100-foot tall Christmas tree.