Celebrate First Night Northampton at the Academy of Music Theatre with an incredible lineup of performances on December 31st! Don’t miss out—get your admission buttons now and join us for a spectacular day of music, dance, and unforgettable experiences.

12:00 PM & 1:00 PM
SHOW Circus Studio
Experience the magic of light with professional and student circus artists as they soar through the air in a dazzling display of acrobatics and aerials. A breathtaking journey among shadows, waves, and colors awaits!

3:00 PM
Dance Showcase
Enjoy an incredible performance featuring Art In Motion, Amherst Ballet, Meridian, North County Line Dancers, and SHINE from Berkshire Hills Music Academy.

4:00 PM
Dance Showcase
Catch captivating performances by Dance Nuova, The Crescent Dancers, Reverence, The Legible Bodies, The Center Dance, and Style FX.

7:00 PM
The Northamptones
Northampton High School’s sensational a cappella group will light up the stage with their tight harmonies and infectious energy. Don’t miss their unforgettable performance!

9:15 PM & 10:15 PM
The Folk Implosion
Catch the iconic American band led by Lou Barlow and John Davis. With hits from their ’90s soundtrack success to their latest album Walk Thru Me, their live show is a must-see!

Admission buttons are available online or at local outlets. Secure yours today and be part of this magical celebration!

Performance Dates/Times:
Tuesday, December 31 at 7:00 pm
12:00 PM – SHOW Circus Studio
1:00 PM – SHOW Circus Studio
3:00 PM – Dance Showcase
4:00 PM – Dance Showcase
7:00 PM – The Northamptones
9:15 PM – The Folk Implosion
10:15 PM – The Folk Implosion

Ticket Prices:
$8.00- $20.00 (No Fees)

Adults

• • $20 – Good all day and evening
    For sale on Tuesday, December 31

  • $16 – Good all day and evening
    For sale until Monday, December 30

  • $10 – Special price for seniors 65 and older – Good all day and evening
    Purchase anytime at button outlets (not available online.) Proof of age is required.

Kids

• • $8 – Good all day and evening for ages 2-10 (under two free).
    Purchase anytime

Adults – Day Only

• • $10 – Good only until 6 p.m.
    Purchase anytime

Where/ How Tickets Can be Purchased:

The easiest and most economical plan is to buy your First Night button online. Online sales continue until 9 pm on Tuesday, December 31st. There are no additional fees for buying buttons online. Locations for purchasing buttons on December 31st are limited. Your best bet is the First Night box office on Thornes Marketplace’s second floor, open from 10 am until 9 pm. You can also purchase buttons in downtown Northampton at State Street Fruit Store, Academy of Music Theatre, 33 Hawley Street, and the Hotel Northampton. They are for sale at the door of these performance venues: The Academy of Music Theatre and 33 Hawley Street. They are also sold at Cooper’s Corner in Florence.

First Night buttons are sold at many locations (see list to the right) throughout Western Massachusetts starting in early December.

Those who prefer to purchase buttons online may collect them at the First Night Northampton Headquarters. It is at Thornes Marketplace, Second Floor, 150 Main Street, Northampton, MA 01060. It is open from 10:00 am – 9:00 pm.

NEW FOR THIS YEAR – You can purchase a button online and pick it up at Cedar Chest before December 31st!

NOTE: Adult pre-sale buttons are priced at $16 until Monday, December 30, 2024. Adult buttons are priced at $20 on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. Kids, Senior, and Adult Day Only buttons are priced equally regardless of purchase date. The following prices apply to buttons purchased at designated First Night Northampton buttons outlets and online. Button purchases are non-refundable.