The Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina, is set to reopen to guests on November 2 with its Christmas at Biltmore event, featuring a stunning 28-foot Fraser Fir tree, a tradition for 125 years. The tree raising, involving around 50 staff members, required careful coordination and a system of ropes to lift it into the Grand Banquet Hall. This year's celebration comes after the estate's closure due to Hurricane Helene, which caused significant damage in the region, although the estate itself remained unharmed. The holiday display will feature nearly one million lights, 15,000 ornaments, and other festive decorations. Despite the challenges posed by the storm, the estate is prepared to welcome approximately 6,000 visitors daily during the holiday season, offering a beacon of hope for the local community. The event runs from November 2 through January 5, 2025.