Hartford New Year's Eve Celebration To Unveil Signature Feature

RiseUP for Arts

HARTFORD, CT — The Big Apple might have the famous "ball" in Times Square, but Hartford now has a signature New Year's Eve tradition, one that starts Tuesday night.

This New Year’s Eve, RiseUP for Arts is partnering with First Night Hartford to transform the city’s skyline with one of the largest New Year’s Eve countdown clocks in the country.

The Magic Mural Art Wall, a 40,000-square-foot digital art installation on the Frontier Building, 169 Pearl St., Hartford, will light up downtown Hartford with stunning laser displays and a vibrant countdown to 2025.

This feature is courtesy of "generous sponsorships" from Coldwell Banker Realtor Greg Conway and local business leader E. John McGarvey.

The Magic Mural Art Wall will be the centerpiece of First Night Hartford’s celebration Tuesday night, Dec. 31.

The evening’s laser displays will begin at sundown, captivating audiences with dazzling visuals leading up to the 6 p.m. fireworks show.

The display will continue throughout the night, building excitement for the midnight fireworks finale as the countdown clock illuminates the city.

"We're thrilled to partner with First Night Hartford to create an unforgettable experience for our community," said Matt Conway, executive director of The RiseUP Group, Inc. "This activation highlights the Magic Mural Art Wall’s unique ability to merge art, technology, and celebration, making Hartford a destination for the New Year."

Jeff Deveroux from First Night Hartford said "we are very excited to partner with RiseUP to create the largest NYE countdown clock around! We can't wait to bring in 2025 across 40,000 square feet."

The RiseUP Group, Inc. is Connecticut’s leading nonprofit for public art and creative empowerment. First Night Hartford is a family-friendly, alcohol-free New Year’s Eve celebration in downtown Hartford featuring music, entertainment, fireworks, and cultural attractions for all ages.

For more information on First Night Hartford, click on this link.

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