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Back for its third year, the Last Hurrah at The Gateway is the largest NYE celebration in Utah and is free and open to the public from 8 p.m. – midnight on Dec. 31, 2019. Record crowds are anticipated for this significant community celebration at the north end of The Gateway.
Live music on the main stage, located in the Olympic Legacy Plaza, will be performed by Backseat Lovers, Flash & Flare and headliner, The National Parks Band. THE BLOCKS, Salt Lake’s Cultural Core presents THE BLOCKS Stage at Last Hurrah 2019. THE BLOCKS Stage will feature a diversity of local performing artists. It is located at 100 South and Rio Grande Street. 100 South will be closed to vehicle traffic. Additional entertainment schedules will be announced in early December.
The Gateway, Downtown Alliance, S&S Presents and THE BLOCKS – Salt Lake’s Cultural Core, co-sponsor the “Last Hurrah.” This popular annual event is supported Rocky Mountain Power, Coors Light and Coca-Cola and is funded in part by Salt Lake County Zoo, Arts & Parks (ZAP).
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The Gateway has expanded the entertainment, food and beverage offerings this year, with multiple indoor and outdoor venues giving options for the whole family to ring in the new year, including a karaoke lounge and the three popular Game Rooms. A pop-up 21+ only bar, adjacent to the Olympic Legacy Plaza, features local distillers, brewers and DJ Bo York. There is a boisterous countdown to fireworks at midnight to ring in the new year.
The newly opened Punch Bowl Social will be open with no cover during the Last Hurrah, offering specialty cocktails, gaming and NYE menu. Dave & Buster’s will have Karaoke in one room that’s free to the public (in addition to the pop-up Karaoke Lounge at the Last Hurrah). Or revelers can go VIP at Dave & Buster’s for $15/per person includes Hot Coffee/Hot Chocolate Bar, two small appetizers (TBD) that will be set up buffet style, Unlimited Video Game Play and New Year’s Eve party favors. Clark Planetarium will be staying open late with discounted movie tickets and free access to first floor exhibits.
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“The Gateway is the perfect place to ring in the new year. We’re located in the heart of downtown with easy access to public transit and we have great spaces for celebrations. Our all new light-focused artist installations make it really festive,” says Jacklyn Briggs, marketing director. “We host more than 180 community events every year and know how important it is to provide a space for the community to gather. We have some really exceptional things in store for Last Hurrah to 2019 and can’t wait to celebrate.”
“In Salt Lake City, we host great parties and invite everyone to join in the fun. ‘Last Hurrah’ is a perfect way for all ages to ring in the New Year and to celebrate each other and our great Capital City,” said Salt Lake City Mayor Jackie Biskupski.
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“The Gateway continues to be a beacon for cultural events, art and nightlife in downtown Salt Lake City. The Downtown Alliance and THE BLOCKS are pleased to support Utah’s largest NYE event.” said Downtown Alliance executive director, Dee Brewer.
For more information visit lasthurrahslc.com
Main stage schedule-
- Flash & Flare 8 p.m.
- Backseat Lovers 9:30 p.m.
- Headliner: The National Parks 11 p.m.
- Countdown 11:50 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
- Fireworks Midnight – 12:10 a.m.
- Bo York 8 p.m. – 12:00 AM