Make plans for New Year’s Eve and join the fun in Downtown Akron! Now in its 20th year, First Night Akron is a New Year’s Eve celebration unlike any other. Come in out of the cold and celebrate the new year. On Thursday, December 31, 6 p.m.-midnight, enjoy entertainment and fun for all ages throughout Downtown Akron featuring the region’s best in music, dance, theater, visual and interactive arts. First Night admission buttons provide admission to all First Night venues on event night. The design for the button changes each year and is a unique work of art. This year’s button art was designed by Don Drumm.