New Year’s Eve Fireworks In Philadelphia

Date: December 31, 2011 – January 1, 2012
First show: 6 p.m.
Second show: 12 midnight

Overview

Sugarhouse Casino presents Twice the Fireworks! Twice the Fun! Fireworks shows on New Year’s Eve along the Delaware River Waterfront.

This year offers two fireworks displays: an evening show at 6 p.m., and the traditional display at the stroke of midnight on New Year’s Eve (technically 12 a.m. on New Year’s Day).

Philadelphia’s main attraction on New Year’s Eve draws thousands of people to the Delaware River Waterfront each year. Conveniently located within a short walk of Old City, Society Hill and South Street, Penn’s Landing becomes a festive party with revelers of all ages delighting in a breathtaking fireworks display.

Be sure to check out our special guide to New Year’s Eve 2012 in Philadelphia for more things to do during the New Year’s weekend.

Getting There

If you’re not already in the neighborhood, catch a cab or hop on SEPTA’s Blue Line to Old City – from there it is approximately a five minute walk to Penn’s Landing.

Arrive with time to pick out your spot to watch the fireworks display, but not too early as December is typically a chilly month in the city.

The show, approximately 15 minutes in length, has a beautiful backdrop with the illuminated Benjamin Franklin Bridge and, if viewed from Camden, the Philadelphia Skyline.

After the show, make your way back to Old City, where you can choose from countless places to continue the celebration.

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Places To Watch

The Delaware Riverfront, both Philadelphia and New Jersey sides, is the optimum location to view the fireworks display.

Head to the Blue Cross RiverRink at Penn’s Landing to watch the fireworks while ice skating the night away.

From the Camden Riverfront, hop aboard the Battleship New Jersey to watch the fireworks from the ship’s main deck.

Check out our list of Top Places to Watch the Fireworks on New Year’s Eve for more prime viewing spots.