Fireworks in Harrisburg (file photo).
It’s almost time to ring in the new year.
Harrisburg will hold its annual New Year’s Eve celebration on Dec. 31 downtown, featuring the traditional strawberry drop and fireworks display.
The free event, which runs from 9 p.m. to 12 a.m., will take place in the MLK City Government Center and on N. 2nd Street, between Blackberry and Walnut streets.
In addition to the midnight strawberry drop and fireworks, there will be a DJ, hot cocoa and a kids glow party, with balloon animals, face painting, a balloon drop, snacks, a kids’ dance off and more.
Community members and groups can submit photos of themselves, and short messages, to the city to be displayed on a big screen throughout the night. Photos must be submitted by Monday, Dec. 23 at noon.
Downtown street parking is free after 5 p.m. Parking at the Market Square Garage is $10 from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m., courtesy of Park Harrisburg. N. 2nd Street will be closed, from Chestnut to Walnut Street, beginning at 6 p.m.
For more information, visit the city’s website.
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