
The 21 Best NYE Events in NYC 2025
Amazing New Year's Eve Events & Parties in NYC

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Nothing is as exciting as spending New Year’s Eve in NYC. The city comes to life even more than usual with joy and electricity as everyone celebrates the end of one year and the start of another. And no matter what you think, you don’t have to be in Times Square to have an amazing time.
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Today, I’ll show you the best NYE events in NYC!
#1 Gotham Hall
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at Gotham Hall, an iconic NYC venue hosting its first-ever VIP Gala. Enjoy an open bar, buffet, live DJ, party favors, and a midnight champagne toast in this historic, grand ballroom. It’s the perfect spot for a glamorous start to 2025 in one of Manhattan’s most stunning settings. Did you ever want to feel like a celebrity? Then get your VIP tickets for this New Year’s Eve Gala now!
#2 New Year’s Eve All-Inclusive Party Cruise 2025
Ring in the New Year aboard a Hudson River cruise with the stunning New York skyline as your backdrop. Enjoy a premium open bar, delectable hors d’oeuvres, and a champagne toast at midnight while watching the enchanting NYC fireworks. Dance to a live DJ’s tunes and extend the celebration for an extra hour as you cruise back to the port. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime New Year’s experience!
Get your tickets for this NYE All-Inclusive Party Cruise in NYC!
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#3 Yard House
Ring in New Year’s Eve 2025 with the California-inspired ambiance of Yard House at their brand-new Times Square location. Located just a block away from the iconic Times Square Ball Drop, this exclusive adults-only party promises a warm and lively atmosphere. With a live DJ, cosmopolitan appetizers, buffet-style dinner options, and an open bar, guests can enjoy the festivities in comfort.
High-definition screens ensure a perfect view of the NYE ball drop broadcast, and VIP table packages offer an exclusive experience for a memorable midnight champagne toast. Secure your tickets now!
#4 Hyatt Centric Bar 54 Rooftop
Do you want to enjoy the Ball Drop from above? Check out the Hyatt Centric Bar 54 Rooftop New Year’s Eve celebration. Manhattan’s tallest rooftop lounge is set atop the Hyatt Centric Times Square’s 54th floor and offers stunning views of the city skyline. This upscale soirée features a 5-hour premium open bar, 3 hours of passed appetizers, and a Black Tie optional dress code. With limited tickets available, New Year’s Eve at Bar 54 promises to be an exclusive and unforgettable way to welcome 2025.
#5 R Lounge NYC Times Square New Year’s Eve
Join the exclusive 2025 VIP New Year’s Eve Gala at R Lounge for an unforgettable evening. This intimate and sophisticated event features R Lounge’s panoramic views of Times Square, including the iconic ball drop at midnight. Indulge in lavish passed appetizers, food stations, decadent desserts, a premium open bar, and live entertainment. Secure your tickets now for a truly luxurious New Year’s celebration.
#6 New Year’s Eve 2025 Party Times Square | VIP escort to BALL DROP
Prepare for an extraordinary New Year’s Eve in Manhattan’s heart! Join us for a glamorous and unforgettable night in iconic Times Square. Expect live DJs spinning diverse music styles, including Latin and Reggaeton, to keep you dancing.
You’ll even have the opportunity to witness the live ball drop at midnight (please arrive before 11 p.m. for this exclusive experience). Don’t miss this ultimate New Year’s celebration—get your tickets now for a spectacular night!
#7 RiseNY Times Square New Year’s Eve
Soar over NYC’s iconic skyline on an immersive flying theater ride that suspends you 30 feet in the air! This world-class experience inside a 180-degree projection dome with 8K aerial footage offers a unique bird’s-eye view of the city.
Explore NYC’s pop-cultural evolution in seven galleries and enjoy a captivating film narrated by Jeff Goldblum. RiseNY is Times Square’s ultimate immersive experience for 2025! Secure your tickets now!
#8 New York City NYE Bar Crawl 2025
Join the ultimate New Year’s Eve bar crawl in NYC! Enjoy champagne toasts, watch the Times Square ball drop on TV, and groove to the best music in the city’s hottest venues. With drink specials all night, you’ll have an amazing time without overspending. Your wristband grants you access to multiple bars and clubs, so no cover charges to worry about. Get your tickets now!
#9 Harbor Lights NYC New Year’s Eve Party Cruise
As the year comes to a close in New York City, the pressure is on to have a memorable New Year’s Eve. The New Year’s Eve Gala aboard the Harbor Lights yacht offers an exceptional opportunity. This sought-after boat features multiple decks, fully-stocked bars, dance floors, and space for 400 guests.
Enjoy 3 hours of open bar, a live DJ, and a full dinner buffet. Plus, you’ll have a front-row seat to the fireworks display above the city. Secure your tickets now for an unforgettable yacht experience on New Year’s Eve 2025/2026 in Manhattan.
#10 Ascent Lounge
Welcome the New Year in opulent style at Ascent Lounge, where you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of Central Park and Columbus Circle. Enjoy a glamorous evening filled with live DJ music, captivating performances, an unlimited premium open bar, exquisite shared plates, and top-tier service. Raise your glass to 2025 with champagne and watch the iconic Times Square Ball Drop live to welcome the year 2025.
#11 The Long Room
The Long Room is a mix of a club atmosphere featuring elements of the classic Irish pub. With a large selection of imported and craft beers on tap, as well as an extensive whisky menu, this bar is perfect for those who want to experience a bit of everything. You can celebrate New Year’s Eve in this bar with complimentary appetizers and a premium open bar! Tickets start at $259.
#12 Welcome 2025 Dinner on a Boat
Step aboard our festively adorned yacht for an enchanting New Year’s Eve boat party like no other. As you set sail, you’ll be greeted by the shimmering lights reflecting on the water, creating an atmosphere of pure magic.
Highlights include breathtaking panoramic views of the city’s skyline, a delectable New Year’s Eve feast with seasonal favorites, beautifully decorated boat interiors, and live entertainment featuring music and performances. The itinerary involves arriving at the dock, enjoying a picturesque waterfront cruise, and relishing a sumptuous New Year’s Eve dinner.
#13 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar
Celebrate New Year’s at the iconic 230 FIFTH rooftop venue in NYC, welcoming 2025 with friends, appetizers, dancing, and a champagne toast. With two DJs, two dance floors, and 33,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor space, you can enjoy breathtaking views and vibrant vibes.
The event features non-stop music, an open bar from 9 pm to 1 am, food from 9:30 pm to 11:30 pm, and premium drink options. Experience the city’s skyline, meet fellow guests, and revel in the fantastic lighting, sound, and decor at this prime Manhattan location.
#14 Beer Authority
Kick off your NYE celebration in NYC at Beer Authority. You’ll enjoy a four-hour open bar, buffet, party favors, live DJ, and a champagne toast to ring in 2025. Though you won’t be live for the Ball Drop in Times Square, you will enjoy a live broadcast of the event on Beer Authority’s 15 HD TVs. The champagne toast is scheduled to occur on the roof, weather permitting.
#15 New Year’s Eve Premium Open Bar at Katra
Join us for the ultimate New Year’s Eve celebration at the luxurious Katra NYC. With two exciting floors, we’re offering 5 hours of premium open bar, a complimentary champagne toast at midnight, and festive NYE party favors to kick off the night. Dance to the latest tunes, including Top 40, Hip-Hop, Reggae, Trap, and more, as our DJ keeps the energy high. Tickets start at $33.
#16 New Year’s Eve Bash in Brooklyn
Embrace an unforgettable New Year’s Eve in the heart of Brooklyn! Prepare to groove to the rhythm of the city’s perpetual vitality as you usher in the new year. This celebration guarantees an evening brimming with exhilaration, music, and joy. Seize the chance to welcome the upcoming year with panache alongside cherished friends and family.
Join the NEW YEAR’S EVE BASH in Brooklyn and craft enduring memories for a lifetime! The venue will be provided once payment is made.
#17 New Year’s Eve Singles Party at House Watch
Ring in 2025 at the ultimate New Year’s Eve singles party in New York City, hosted by Single and the City at the chic House Watch in downtown Manhattan. This lively event for over 300 singles includes free appetizers starting at 8 p.m., an energetic DJ, a champagne toast at midnight, and a special midnight kiss opportunity.
Explore two floors of lively atmosphere, enjoy an optional open bar from 8 to 9 p.m., and dance the night away with other partygoers. Tickets are available now, starting at $25.
#18 NYE Celebration at The Edge
New York City is home to many skyscrapers, so why not celebrate at The Edge? This is one of the city’s newest observation decks, but thanks to its glass floor and ledge overlooking the city, it has quickly become a fan favorite. The party will start at 10:00 pm and tickets will go on sale on December 2nd, exclusively for Mastercard holders.
Find more information about The Edge in my article.
#19 Summit One Vanderbilt
Summit One Vanderbilt is another amazing observation deck with glass ceilings, floors, and walls, giving you unparalleled views of NYC. You have access to all three floors inside the building until 2 AM. They will feature a midnight champagne toast, live DJ, and countdown light show that leads up to midnight. This is one of the most unique NYE events in NYC, so check it out!
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#20 New Year’s Eve at the Panorama Room
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at the Panorama Room NYC! Enjoy three hours of open bar (9:00 pm – 12:00 am), delicious appetizers, a midnight toast with sparkling wine, and dancing to live DJ sets. Cocktail attire is required and the evening is exclusive to guests aged 21 and over. After midnight, the bar will be on a cash basis. Get your ticket now starting at $215 and start the new year with an unforgettable view of the skyline!
#21 New Year’s Eve Speakeasy Tour
Experience an enjoyable journey through the days of Prohibition in New York! Start the evening in a modern speakeasy with a cocktail and immerse yourself in the story of immigrants and their path to the American Dream.
At the second stop, you will learn more about Prohibition, the women of the Gilded Age, and the movements that shaped them – accompanied by food and drink. Finally, you will be taken to one of the last original speakeasies of the 1920s, where you will hear stories about gangsters and smugglers, enjoy an open bar and an exclusive view of the ball drop, just 12 blocks away.
Book your ticket for the New Year’s Eve Speakeasy Tour here.
More New Year’s Eve Parties:
- Intercontinental New York Times Square (Tickets from $195)
- W New York – Times Square (Tickets from $295)
- Ellen’s Stardust Diner (Tickets from $394)
- Dallas BBQ (Tickets from $199)
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