Plans have been unveiled for this year's First Night activities for people celebrating ringing in the new year in Downtown Pittsburgh.

The 32nd annual First Night celebrations will return to Pittsburgh's Cultural District on New Year's Eve with live music performances, a number of different kind of activities, and of course, a countdown to midnight as the city turns the page from 2025 and welcomes 2026.

First Night will feature the Highmark Stage at the intersection of Penn Avenue and Stanwix Street where there will be a welcome and kick-off starting at 7 p.m., followed by a sing-off, a family dance party, and children's fireworks.

"We refreshed this year's schedule to make sure we're truly offering something for everyone," said Brooke Horejsi, Chief Programming & Engagement Officer for

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