Reunion Tower, Hunt Realty and AT&T Present Streaming Lights at Reunion Tower; Official Media Partnership with Nexstar Media Group, Inc. and KXAS-TV Announced
DALLAS, Sept. 27, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Reunion Tower and Hunt Realty are collaborating with AT&T to bring a Texas-sized New Year's Eve event to Dallas, AT&T Streaming Lights at Reunion Tower. For the second year, the only 360-degree, panoramic fireworks spectacular in the Central time zone will light up the Dallas sky starting at 11:59 p.m. CST on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2017.
AT&T is the presenting sponsor of the event, one of the largest shows of its kind in the Central time zone that features pyrotechnics fired from 560 feet above ground. The AT&T Streaming Lights at Reunion Tower celebratory fireworks show will run for eight minutes with a synchronized musical score. You can view the fireworks display throughout downtown Dallas or live stream it at facebook.com/reuniontower.
"We are excited to work with AT&T again this year and host another unforgettable Central time zone experience. All eyes will be on Dallas and Reunion Tower as we ring in 2018," said Chris Kleinert, chief executive officer of Hunt Consolidated Investments.
This dazzling display will feature more than 4,000 pyrotechnic special effects with the magnificent downtown skyline as its backdrop. With AT&T's headquarters based in Dallas, the company joined in supporting this event as a gift to the city and surrounding community.
"This is a special show for a special place," said Fiona Carter, AT&T chief brand officer. "Supporting this event helps us celebrate the love we have for AT&T's hometown and everyone who calls Dallas home."
A new media partnership will bring the heart of Dallas into thousands of homes when Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in conjunction with NBC 5/KXAS-TV, introduce a live New Year's Eve production from Saint Rocco's at Trinity Groves.
"All eyes will be on Dallas' iconic Reunion Tower as the perfect way to ring in 2018," said Reunion Tower president Dusti Groskreutz. "Our collaboration with industry icon AT&T combined with the reach of Nexstar Media Group, Inc. and NBC 5/KXAS-TV will bring another year of fabulous panoramic pyrotechnic effects to the residents of Dallas and beyond."
Locations around the city will host watch parties for revelers ringing in the New Year with the perfect view of Reunion Tower. Scout out the best vantage points on the west side of the Trinity River, along the levees and Trinity Overlook Park, then watch and listen to the radio simulcast on NOW 102.9 FM.
Reservations for Hyatt Regency Dallas's New Year's Eve package are now open and include access to a special fireworks viewing area. Inside Reunion Tower, reservations for fine dining restaurant Five Sixty by Wolfgang Puck open Sunday, October 1, 2017, or make plans to ring in the New Year at a soiree in Five Sixty's private event space, Cloud Nine.
Only authorized guests of Reunion Tower, Hyatt Regency Dallas and credentialed media will be permitted to access the media viewing area via Reunion Boulevard and Sports Street. Due to safety requirements the Reunion Tower lawn will be closed to the public.
Visit www.reuniontower.com/NYE for the most up-to-date information on local viewing parties and street closures.
About Reunion Tower
The iconic Reunion Tower is managed by Reunion Tower Operations Co., LLC and owned by Hunt Realty Investments, Inc. The GeO-Deck at Reunion Tower offers visitors the only indoor/outdoor observation deck in the city with unique views of Dallas and its surrounding communities at 470 feet in the air. Interactive exhibits allow visitors an opportunity to discover hidden gems, historic landmarks, museums, parks and more. Visit www.ReunionTower.com for more information and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @ReunionTower.
About Hunt Realty
Based in Dallas, Texas, Hunt Realty is the real estate investment management resource for Hunt Consolidated, Inc., which is a part of the Hunt family of companies directed by Ray L. Hunt. For over 30 years, Hunt Realty has invested in unique real estate opportunities that distinguish themselves from typical commodity investments. Hunt Realty's investment approach focuses on direct owned assets, real estate operating companies, and structured finance opportunities.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. helps millions around the globe connect with leading entertainment, business, mobile and high speed internet services. We offer the nation's best data network** and the best global coverage of any U.S. wireless provider. We're one of the world's largest providers of pay TV. We have TV customers in the U.S. and 11 Latin American countries. Nearly 3.5 million companies, from small to large businesses around the globe, turn to AT&T for our highly secure smart solutions.
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**Claim based on the Nielsen Certified Data Network Score. Score includes data reported by wireless consumers in the Nielsen Mobile Insights survey, network measurements from Nielsen Mobile Performance and Nielsen Drive Test Benchmarks for Q1 + Q2 2017 across 121 markets.
About Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
Nexstar Media Group is a leading diversified media company that leverages localism to bring new services and value to consumers and advertisers through its traditional media, digital and mobile media platforms. Nexstar owns, operates, programs or provides sales and other services to 170 television stations and related digital multicast signals reaching 100 markets or approximately 39% of all U.S. television households. Nexstar's portfolio includes primary affiliates of NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, MyNetworkTV and The CW. Nexstar's community portal websites offer additional hyper-local content and verticals for consumers and advertisers, allowing audiences to choose where, when and how they access content while creating new revenue opportunities. For more information please visit www.nexstar.tv.
Contact: Katie Chaumont
Reunion Tower Public Relations Manager
(214) 712-7050,
[email protected]
For Media:
Media may email [email protected] to obtain a credential for site access via Reunion Boulevard and Sports Street. Due to safety requirements related to the pyrotechnics show, access to the Reunion Tower lawn site will be restricted during certain time periods on Dec. 31, 2017.
SOURCE Hunt Realty
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