You’re sure to work up an appetite at First Night State College. You can enjoy some salty-sweet kettle korn. First Night is also a great time to visit downtown restaurants. We don’t want you to go home hungry!
Grab a Bite at First Night!
Celebrate First Night with Kettle Corn!
Hanson’s Original Kettle Korn
Sidney Friedman Park
Noon – 11:00 pm
They produce delightfully different popcorn served fresh, sweet and warm from a copper kettle. They also offer hot beverages including hot chocolate, cider, and coffee at the top of the Park.


UBBC First Night Soups & Sweets Takeout Café
University Baptist & Brethren Church, 411 S. Burrowes St.
4:30 – 8:30 pm
As you enjoy the community First Night activities on New Year’s Eve, plan now to have your choice of homemade soups, and sweets for takeout in the UBBC Courtyard, 411 S. Burrowes Street. This is a Youth Group fundraiser for National Youth Conference and FaithX Work Camps.
The Tucker Box
100 Block South Allen Street
Noon – 11:00 pm
Since at least the 1850s, “tucker” is Australian slang for food. As in something that’s tucked away in one’s stomach. Stop by our mate from “down under”, Joanne Coyle’s new food truck for some Australian meat pies, treats, and hot beverages.

Buy a Button!
A First Night button gets you into all performances and some activities – for just $10!