Frist Night - State College, PA

Save the Date: Pierce Events is Back for First Night State College!

Pierce Events joins as production partner for First Night State College powered by Xfinity! Join us for an epic, alcohol-free, all-ages New Year's Eve blowout in downtown State College!

When: Wednesday, December 31, 2025 Activities start at 12 PM
Key highlights we're bringing to life: Incredible ice sculptures all over downtown (100 block of Allen St. becomes an ice gallery) - 6:30 PM Grand Procession with 30-foot puppets marching from St. Andrew's Episcopal Church - Resolution Run 5K in costume (downtown streets, medals for everyone) - Live music, comedy, dance, theater, and magic in 20+ venues (churches, MLK Plaza, State Theatre, Sidney Friedman Park, etc.) - 10 PM Burning of the Resolutions at Sidney Friedman Park (torch-lit tradition) 

Midnight fireworks spectacular over downtown (best views on Allen & College) Admission: $15 button (kids 12 & under free with adult). Buttons on sale now at firstnightstatecollege.com or dozens of downtown spots.

Free parking in all garages after 5 PM, free CATA Loop buses all night, Warm-Up Station at Woskob Gallery with hot cocoa and cookies. Mark your calendars, grab your buttons, and get ready to ring in 2026 with us the with Pierce Events! 

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