First Night Pittsburgh

For new year's eve had been to Pittsburgh downtown to watch the celebrations. Left home at 7 and came back at 2. All 7 hrs were full of fun and excitement. The cultural district of Pittsburgh organizes several programs during that night and to top it all they have a 'Ball Raise' event with a fireworks show at the end. This is something similar to the 'Ball Drop' event which happens every year at Times Square. For those who are interested on the details of programs/events which were organized, please visit firstnightpgh.com.

Whenever I enquired my friends who had been to Times Square for New Year's eve, they gave me positive reviews but always ended with a big 'Sigh'. I believe the reason is because of the long wait time there. People start gathering starting from 5pm in the evening. Remember that this period of time is winter and you have to wait in bitter cold for something you are going to watch at a distance. Moreover you do not have that many events happening closer to Times Square that night and if at all you want to attend one, the prices are too high and they are not so close to Times Square. So why not the next time try visiting Pittsburgh for the New Year's eve. I bet you would like it and keep coming again every year.