Admittedly, there may be better views of the New Year’s Eve fireworks show at the Seattle Space Needle, but “The Popsicle” on the corner of 4th Avenue and Blanchard Street is where it’s at for us.
We’ve celebrated NYE here many times and witnessed many things (including a marriage proposal that included the “fine print” disclaimer of “I will propose to you for real…someday.” 🤫🤷♂️
While you may or may not witness anything like a sorta/kinda marriage proposal when you visit, the views from this spot of the Space Needle and the fireworks show are only obstructed by a few power lines and tree branches (and this year some lingering clouds).
This viewing location is easily walkable from most downtown hotels (our walk was approximately 12 minutes) and has felt safe each year to us with just two recommendations. Be sure to remain on the streets where the largest number of pedestrians are traveling and be sure to completely avoid walking on 3rd Avenue.
A brand new year has been christened and hopeful new resolutions abound. Who knows? Maybe we’ll meet ‘ya at “The Popsicle” next year! 🤞
And that’s…Henry’s Take.
Giant Red Popsicle Sculpture
2101 4th Avenue
Seattle, Washington
