Marion's New Year's Eve Gold Nugget Drop

Celebrate the arrival of 2025 at this free, fun family-friendly celebration in downtown Marion. At midnight, watch a giant gold nugget — crafted by the artisans at Turtle Laboratories — drop to welcome in the new year. Plus the Comic-Con costume contest, music, wagon rides and libations Stay tuned to the event’s Facebook page for up-to-date information.

This year, the City of Marion is debuting a "Marion's First Family Friendly NYE Event" -with fun activities for younger children and wrapping up the celebration in time to get home and put the kids to bed.