Sacramento ‘stepping away’ from hosting New Year fireworks show at riverfront
(FOX40.COM) — After being canceled for a fourth consecutive year, city officials said it’s no longer organizing the Old Sacramento Waterfront New Year’s Eve fireworks show.
A city spokesperson told FOX40.com this year’s show was canceled due to “logistical challenges,” leading to the city and its partners from “stepping away” from hosting future New Year’s Eve celebrations.
“In the past, this event has required extensive staff time and financial resources which are no longer available,” a city spokesperson said. “The City is exploring other types of activations in the district throughout the year.”
The city said there will still be plenty of events happening at the Old Sacramento Waterfront including special dinners, comedy shows and other fun activities at businesses in the district. The Theater of Lights Show will continue to take place in Old Sacramento until Dec. 30.
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Logistical issues caused the New Year’s Eve fireworks show to get canceled last year, as both sides of the Sacramento River had events happening on the same night.
In 2020 and 2021, the fireworks event was canceled due to public health concerns regarding COVID-19.
West Sacramento worked with the City of Sacramento and Visit Sacramento to coordinate the fireworks event in previous years.
Although the fireworks won’t happen, there will still be plenty of events throughout the capital city to ring in the new year.
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How to safely celebrate New Year’s Eve
As people gather for events and parties to celebrate the New Year, the city of Sacramento is offering the a few tips to ensure everyone has a safe and fun night.
Sacramento’s Office of Nighttime Economy urge residents to practice the following tips on New Year’s Eve:
•Know your limits: Drink responsibly, stay hydrated, never leave drinks unattended or accept drinks from strangers, and designate a sober driver
•Know personal safety precautions: Always beware of surroundings, know where emergency exits are located, don’t leave with a stranger without telling someone you known, take appropriate action if you see harassment, report any suspicious activity to Sacramento Police at 916-808-5471
•Know your venue requirements: Be aware of venue rules and codes and be prepared to have your ID verified or scanned
•Know your transportation plans: Always share your location with someone you know, have a travel plan to safely get home, check license plates before you enter your rideshare vehicle
•Know before you park: Reserve parking ahead of time online, park in well-lit areas, lock your vehicle and keep personal items out of sight
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City officials said the Sacramento Police Department will have an increase in patrol units working on New Year’s Eve in the downtown area.
“New Year’s Eve is a big night for Sacramento and knowing these safety tips can help everyone have a more pleasant experience,” Sacramento’s Nighttime Economy Manager Tina Lee-Vogt said in a statement. “Have a ride, know your limits, take safety precautions, know the rules about your venue and most importantly, have fun.”
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