2. First Night Scranton

The Buzz -- Marked by midnight fireworks and other spectacles, this family-friendly event gives Scrantonians a chance to welcome the new year in style. Carnival rides, special events for children and seniors, and a costumed procession add to the fun, and more than twenty sites are devoted to entertainment of all sorts, including music and dance performances, comedians, and clowning. Buttons purchased from area businesses are your ticket to the event. No alcohol is served.