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Get ready to launch your New Year’s Eve into the stratosphere! Join us for First Night Port Townsend, an all-ages, intergalactic celebration presented by The Production Alliance.This year’s theme is “Extraterrestrial Extravaganza” — think cosmic vibes, alien inspiration, and a universe of fun for everyone.
What’s in store:
Emerging Artist DJ (3:00 PM) – kick off the afternoon with fresh local sounds from a rising talent.
Lantern-Making (3 PM–6 PM at the Cotton Building) – craft glowing spaceships, friendly aliens, flying saucers, and more with materials provided.
Lantern Parade (starts at 6 PM) – light up downtown with your creations as the Unexpected Brass Band leads the procession.
Fire performance by the Feral Fire Collective (around 6:40 PM) – dazzling dance, juggling, and fire artistry from our very own peninsula troupe.
Live music featuring local favorites like Tuff Puffin (starts 4:30 PM) – bringing fresh energy, originals, and fun covers.
Grand fireworks show (starting at 7 PM) – end the year under a sky full of stars, bursts of color, and community joy.
Food vendors and interactive art + history exhibits throughout the evening.
Why join us:
Whether you’re 3 or 93, dressing up in alien chic or keeping it cozy, there’s a place for you at First Night. Bring your family, your friends, your glow-sticks, and your cosmic spirit. Together we’ll make 2026 out-of-this-world.
Pre-sale tickets are available now and will cost more on the day of the event — grab them early to save.
Your participation helps make the arts accessible year-round in Port Townsend. Every lantern, every parade step, every beat of the band is powered by community generosity.
For tickets and more information, visit:
👉 www.theproductionalliance.org/firstnight
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Madison St, Port Townsend, WA 98368, United States
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.
