For immediate release: December 3, 2018

Media Contact:  Ingrid Melle, Avondale AZ PIO imelle@avondaleaz.gov 623-333-1614 www.avondaleaz.gov

The City of Avondale and ISM Raceway invite you to a New Year’s Eve celebration at the new and improved racetrack.  A first-time event in the Southwest Valley, attendees will ring in 2019 early with a firework display coinciding with the East Coast’s New Year Countdown at 10 p.m. (MST).  The celebration will take place Monday, December 31, 2018.  Gates open at 6:30 p.m., the event ends at the conclusion of the fireworks show.

Race into 2019 will include DJ entertainment, games and a colorful 15-minute fireworks show. Admission is free, with food and adult and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase.  All ages are welcome to this party, however, those needing a break from the kids can take advantage of The Pitstop for Parents – a supervised drop off area for children six years and older during the event.  Cost is $10 per child or a max of $25 per family, and includes snacks and organized activities, led by Avondale Recreation staff.  Space is limited. 

You may also upgrade your experience with a VIP Pass for $150 per couple. VIP Pass will include special parking privileges, entry into ZOOMTOWN Lights, private party buffet, 2 adult beverage tickets per person, New Year’s Champagne toast, two Pit Stop for Parents passes and gift bag.  Limited number of VIP passes are available and must be pre-purchased before Monday,  December 24th.  Per person pricing is also available.  Prices increase to $100 per person or $200 per couple after December 24th.  Call 623-333-2400, or purchase online at www.AvondaleAZ.gov/VIPNewYears  .

Finally, this event will be the last night to experience 2018 ZOOMTOWN Lights! ZOOMTOWN Lights is a unique display of three million LED lights to transform ISM Raceway into a winter wonderland, featuring sparkling displays and experiences throughout an approximately 1.6-mile course for guests to enjoy from the comfort of their own vehicles.

The event is hosted in collaboration with City of Avondale Parks & Recreation, and ISM Raceway, sponsored in part by West Valley View newspaper.  ISM Raceway is located at 7602 S. Avondale Blvd. in Avondale, AZ.  Visit the website for more details, www.avondaleaz.gov/events or call 623-333-2400.