THE FOLLOWING IS A CITY OF DANVILLE RELEASE
Danville, IL – Get ready to kick off the new year with a spectacular evening of winter fun at the Annual First Fridays: Fire & Ice event on Friday, January 3rd from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the David S. Palmer Arena in Danville. This free, family-friendly event promises a perfect mix of ice-cold thrills and fiery excitement!
Families will have the opportunity to enjoy ice skating. Sledding will also be available for children ages 7 and under. After working up a chill, guests can warm up with a variety of exciting activities, including fire safety demonstrations hosted by the Danville Fire Department and cozy campfire stories from the Danville Public Library.
The night will heat up with an amazing fire spinner performance outside the main entrance. Guests can also enjoy a wide range of fun activities, including door prizes for completing a scavenger hunt, a photo booth, and face painting for all ages!
Indulge in delicious winter-themed concessions, including hot cocoa, cupcakes, candy, and more! These treats are the perfect way to fuel up for all the excitement throughout the night.
Get ready for a night of winter wonder at the David S. Palmer Arena, located at 100 W. Main St. in Danville, IL! Mark your calendars for Friday, January 3rd, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. To join in on the fun, head to the arena’s box office entrance off Main Street at the corner of Main and Walnut. And just a heads-up, the arena has a clear bag-only policy for all events, so be sure to pack accordingly!
Thank you to our 2025 Sponsors!
Champion:
Champaign Illinois Multimedia Group
Investor:
OSF Healthcare
Partners:
Thyssenkrupp Dynamic Components | Christie Clinic | Hyster-Yale | Watchfire Signs | Old National Bank | Golden Nugget Casino | Kirchner Building Center | Carle Health
Supporters:
Iroquois Federal | Aqua Illinois | Vermilion Advantage | Kelly Printing | Farnsworth | Faulstitch, Sunset Funeral Home | Hall of Fame Plaques and Signs
