Prospect Park Announces Light Show For NYE

By Idy Perl

For the past 44 years the New Years Eve fireworks show in Prospect Park was a highlight of NYE. This year the show was cancelled due to the ongoing drought, as recently reported by BoroPark24. 

The NYC Parks Department has announced that instead of fireworks, New Years Eve this year will be celebrated with a spectacular drone light show in Prospect Park. Drones will form images of the Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty, and much more in the night sky. 

“Every year, Brooklynites look forward to ringing in the New Year with their neighbors in Prospect Park, and this year is no exception!” NYC Parks commissioner Sue Donoghue said. “We’re grateful to the Prospect Park Alliance for reimagining this tradition with a unique and inventive light show, and to Borough President Antonio Reynoso for his sponsorship and support. Come on down and celebrate the beginning of 2025 with a tribute to Brooklyn’s vibrancy and creativity, right in Brooklyn’s backyard!”

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