DBMC Invites Families to Celebrate FIRST NIGHT 2016 in Delray Beach - December 31 Starting at 5 pm

DELRAY BEACH, Fla. - Dec. 23, 2015 - PRLog -- Delray Beach Marketing Cooperative Invites Families to Celebrate New Year’s Eve at First Night 2016 in Delray Beach - December 31 Starting at 5 pm

(Delray Beach, FL – December 21, 2015)   Once again, Delray Beach is hosting the best family friendly party in South Florida.  From toddlers to teens, First Night 2016 offers fun and games for the whole family on New Year’s Eve.

The annual celebration will offer the same family fun, but the layout of the event has changed. Atlantic Avenue will not be closed to traffic. The year’s event event will stretch from Old School Square Park through Swinton and NW 1st Avenue (which will be closed to traffic) and into the Tennis Center.

Family friendly activities will be concentrated at the Tennis Center area from 5 pm until midnight with activities at the 100 Foot Christmas Tree winding down around 9 pm.

“Atlantic Avenue can get a little busy on New Year’s Eve, so we want the families to be able to enjoy the First Night activities in a calmer environment at the Tennis Center as the evening progresses,” said Stephanie Immelman, executive director of the Delray Beach Marketing Cooperative (DBMC), which produces First Night along with the City of Delray Beach.

Attendees can enjoy food trucks and family fun on Swinton Avenue this year. Little kids can romp in the Toddler Play Center or ride the kiddie train. Teens will love the inflatable Saber Toothed Tiger and Forest activities. Parents can relive their misspent youth in the Vintage Game Room featuring pinball, video games and board games, all backed with an 80's soundtrack at the Community Center gym.

There will be live music by SoleMark at the stage on NW 1st Avenue in front of the Community Center and a dance party with DJ Al Johnson at the Old School Square outdoor pavilion.

All-time favorites such as the Celebration Crowns, Creation Station and fireworks will be back this year.

The First Night New Year’s Eve party begins at 5 pm and runs until midnight. The party will include fireworks at 9 pm for kids, and fireworks at midnight for those who want to celebrate the arrival of the New Year.

First Night 2016 wristbands can be purchased for $10, or buy a commemorative button for $15 that will provide unlimited access to most activities. Buttons are $10 in advance and $15 on December 31. Commemorative buttons are $15 until December 30 and $20 on December 31. Buttons and wristbands allow entry to all First Night activities. Children under 3 are admitted to First Night free.

First Night Button Sale Locations

* 100-Foot Christmas Tree

* Delray Beach City Hall

* Delray Beach Public Library

Credit cards are accepted at the 100 Foot Christmas Tree and City Hall.

To find out more go to www.VisitDelrayBeach.org/FirstNight

About the Delray Beach Marketing Cooperative:

The Delray Beach Marketing Cooperative (DBMC) is a partnership between the City of Delray Beach, the Community Redevelopment Agency and the Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce. The DBMC’s mission is to attract people to the City, create a positive image and increase awareness of Delray Beach for a positive economic impact through Destination Marketing, marketing programs, special events and community collaboration. For more information, please contact DBMC at 561.279.1380 or visit www.VisitDelrayBeach.org

Available for Interview:

Stephen Chrisanthus

Delray Beach Marketing Cooperative

561.279.1380

schrisanthus@delraybeach.com

Media Contact:

Gary Schweikhart

PR-BS, Inc.

561.756.4298

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