December 31st
Ring in the New Year with Port Townsend’s beloved First Night, an all-ages celebration presented by The Production Alliance! This year’s theme, An Underwater Odyssey, invites ocean explorers of all ages to dive into a magical world of live music, circus arts, stargazing, interactive art, history-and-art exhibits, fireworks, and more.
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Discover the wonders beneath the waves as downtown Port Townsend transforms into an enchanting underwater world filled with whimsical sea creatures, glowing jellyfish, and deep-sea magic! A celebration of creativity, connection, and ocean-inspired wonder. Let’s make a splash together as we dive into the New Year!
Downtown Port Townsend
250 Madison Street
Entertainment
Unexpected Brass Band
6:00PM
Feral Fire Collective
6:40PM
Circus Show
Don't forget your tickets on pre-sale. Day of event prices will go up.
Pre-sale will start soon!
Tickets available at the Box Office day of event
Lantern Making
3PM to 6PM | Cotton Building
Beam up your imagination for an afternoon of Lantern Making! This year’s theme, An Underwater Odyssey, invites you to design glowing creations inspired by the ocean — think jellyfishes, marine life, bubbles, deep sea creatures. All materials are provided, and everyone is welcome to join in. Let your inner space artist shine as you craft a lantern to light up the night sky.
Lantern Parade
Starting at 6PM
As dusk falls, the underwater magic comes to life! Join the Lantern Parade as a glowing sea of colorful creatures makes its way through downtown Port Townsend. Led by the lively sounds of the Unexpected Brass Band, our community of ocean explorers will transform the streets into a shimmering underwater wonderland. Bring your family, your friends, and your adventurous spirit as we make waves together and light up the night in celebration of the New Year!
Fireworks!
Starting at 7PM
Gather under the winter sky as First Night Port Townsend concludes with a dazzling fireworks display. Bursts of color and light fill the air, celebrating community, creativity, and the arrival of a bright new year — hello, 2027!
Community Contribution
First Night is powered by community — and you’re a vital part of it. Your participation and donations help support local artists, youth programs, and free community events that bring people together all year long.
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Every glowing lantern, every smile in the parade, and every note from the band is made possible through your generosity. When you give, you help keep the arts accessible, joyful, and alive in Port Townsend.
Together, we make the night — and our community — shine brighter.
SPONSORS AND PARTNERS
