Danbury, Conn.

This year’s theme is ‘Heads or Tales,’ featuring children’s crafts, music, ice carving demonstrations, live storefront window vignettes, storytellers, magic, a drum circle, Danbury historical figures telling their ‘tales,’ ‘Creative Creations’ parade organized by the Housatonic Valley Cultural Alliance, and a hot cider and cookie reception to accompany the fireworks launching from the train yards. For more information visit www.firstnightdanbury.org/.