Organizers of "The Drop" have dropped the ball again, with the downtown Detroit New Year's Eve event now officially canceled for the second year in a row — but they promise the event will return in 2021.
The event — a Motor City take on New York City's Time Square Ball, festooned with a giant "D"— was once again canceled due to problems securing sponsorship funding, as well as scheduling and logistical issues, according to the Detroit Free Press.
But after the Freep broke the news, organizers say they were able secure a sponsor for next year's event in Michigan First Credit Union.
"After hearing of this year’s cancelation, the credit union stepped up to support the treasured event as Title Sponsor for NYE 2021, ensuring thousands of metro Detroiters will be able to ring in the New Year with the giant ceremonial 'D' on December 31, 2020," the organizers wrote in a press release. "Thanks to Michigan First’s sponsorship the event will continue to be free and open to revelers of all ages."
"Our guiding principles for The DROP remain the same, to offer the community a premium entertainment experience, in a fun, safe environment," event co-founder Jerrid Mooney said in a statement.…