Get ready to deck the halls, Chicago! The holiday season is officially kicking off, but not without a little twist this year. 93.9 LITE FM, the city's beloved Christmas music station, has announced its highly anticipated switch to festive tunes, but with a surprising delay. While many of us were expecting the familiar jingle bells to start ringing sooner, the station has decided to hold off until Tuesday at 3 p.m. – a later start compared to recent years. But here's where it gets interesting: this year marks the station's 25th anniversary as Chicago's go-to Christmas music hub, and they're pulling out all the stops with a special commercial-free two-hour celebration to kick things off. Mick Lee, the station's program director and afternoon show host, shared his excitement, saying, 'We’re thrilled to celebrate this milestone, spreading cheer, unity, and warmth all season long.' But here's the part most people miss: the timing of this switch has sparked some debate. Last year, the holiday tunes began on November 1, and in 2023, they started on November 2. This year's November 4 start date is the latest since 2020, leaving some fans wondering: Is the station waiting too long to bring the holiday spirit? And this is the part that could spark differing opinions: Does a later start diminish the magic of the season, or does it make the eventual arrival of Christmas music even more special? Let us know what you think in the comments – is 93.9 LITE FM hitting the right note, or should they have flipped the switch sooner? One thing's for sure: once the music starts, it’s non-stop festive fun, though the station hasn’t revealed when it will end this year. So, mark your calendars, grab your hot cocoa, and get ready to sing along – the holidays are finally here, Chicago!
