Illustration of couples dancing in a ballroom with garlands and a small band on stage (First Night Morris 2027)
Christmas Parties

First Night Morris 2027

Visitors can experience a wide variety of live entertainment across multiple downtown locations, including stand-up comedy, jazz, blues, rock, acoustic country, and classical chamber music. Interactive family fun includes LEGO building, face painting, magic shows, and obstacle courses at the high school, alongside fine art galleries and an extensive film festival. Attendees can also tour historic museum exhibits and gather for community countdown celebrations.

Thu, Dec 31, 2026

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Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Pre-sales (October 15–November 30): $20 single / $70 4-pack. Early-bird (through December 21): $25 single / $90 4-pack. Regular (December 22–31): $30 single / $95 4-pack. Event pricing after online sales end: $35 per ticket, with a discount offer of buy 4 get 1 free. Children 4 and under are free. Hyatt overnight packages include 4 buttons and a $20 gift certificate; no package price is stated. Website prices include all service fees.

Hours

Event begins at 4:30 PM; 9:00 PM Mid-Event Celebration; midnight countdown celebration.

Parking

Free parking is available at all Morristown parking garages starting at 4:00 PM. Dedicated shuttles begin at 4:30 PM and connect parking hubs to venue entrances.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and arts-loving new year’s eve crowds

Vibe

Festive and arts-filled

Energy Level

High

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Use the mobile app to check schedules and maps, find live streams and on-demand films, and access downtown dining deals.
  • Consider the complimentary shuttles from parking hubs to venue entrances when travelling between the garages and event venues.
  • Pick up admission buttons at one of the listed locations, including Morristown High School, the library, or the MPAC Box Office.
  • Children four and under attend free, so account for them when arranging your group’s admission.
  • Keep the event’s alcohol-free policy in mind when planning food and drinks for the evening.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Children 4 and under enter free.
  • Pre-sale pricing applies October 15–November 30; early-bird pricing applies through December 21.
  • Event pricing offers buy 4, get 1 free.
  • Hyatt overnight package includes four admission buttons and a gift certificate.
  • Select films and performances are available on demand through January 1, 2027.

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is First Night Morris suited to?

It is described as family-friendly and for all ages; children four and under attend free.

What can visitors do during the event?

The program includes live music, comedy, theater, visual art, films, interactive family activities, museum tours, and community celebrations.

How can visitors find performances and venues?

The mobile app provides schedules, venue maps, live streams, on-demand films, and downtown dining deals; a printed schedule map is also available on site.

Is food or alcohol available?

The celebration is alcohol-free. The app offers access to downtown dining deals through a partnership with the Morristown Partnership.

What are the parking and shuttle options?

Parking is free at Morristown garages, and complimentary shuttles connect parking hubs with venue entrances.

Always check the official website for the most current information.

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