Liverpool (WSYR-TV) - Organizers are putting the finishing touches on a first-of-its-kind event in Liverpool set for Friday night.
Lights on the Lake in Onondaga Lake Park will be the scene of First Night, a New Year's celebration expected to draw as many as 5,000 people.
The event will feature pop star Sean Kingston, magic shows, games for kids, and a walking tour through Lights on the Lake. In addition, former Syracuse University hoops star Gerry McNamara will be on hand to drop the orange ball at midnight.
The event begins at 5 p.m. Tickets for the event are $5 and can be obtained at Wegmans, Herb Philipson's, or NAPA stores. At the gate, tickets will be $8.
Lights on the Lake adds New Year's Eve party
Sept. 24
Liverpool (WSYR-TV) - The annual Lights on the Lake this year will feature a new event - a First Night New Year's Eve party taking place at Onondaga Lake Park.
On New Year's Eve, the lights will be on, but car traffic will be shut down for people to walk through the park. Former Syracuse University basketball great Gerry McNamara will flick the switch at midnight, illuminating a giant orange ball.
The event also features a concert by singer Sean Kingston. Friday's announcement also included a new partnership for lights on the lake between Onondaga County and Galaxy Communications.
