It’s that time of year when we say Goodbye to the old and Hello to the new — and what better way to close out the final month of the year than with the help of some spectacular fireworks shows or glamorous parties in town? Below is our ultimate list of things to do this New Year’s Eve in L.A., to ring in 2025!
1. Toast to the New Year at the Jazz Dinner Show & Party
Say goodbye to 2024 and welcome 2025 with style and sophistication at Hawg Heaven BBQ! Savor a delicious three-course dinner while enjoying the smooth sounds of Howie Levine & Friends, performing JAZZNATRA and timeless classics from The Great American Songbook. As the night unfolds, get ready to dance the night away, once midnight strikes, our DJs will take over and keep the party going!
📍 Location: 119 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105
📅 Date: December 31, 2024
🍽️ Make your reservation
2. Celebrate with fellow Angelenos at Grand Park’s annual NYELA block party
Grand Park returns with their annual New Year’s Eve celebration full of live music, delicious local food trucks, and an incredible light show counting down to 2025!
📍 Location: Grand Park, 200 N Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012
⏰ When: December 31, 2024. 8 p.m. — 12:30 p.m.
3. Ring in 2025 with a bang at one of these spectacular firework shows
Nothing beats witnessing spectacular lights flash across the sky, especially on New Year’s. No matter where you are in the city this NYE, you’ll be able to bring in another year of celebration with some stunning displays. Check out the best firework displays here!
4. Start the new year with a bang at the iconic Yamashiro
Ring in 2025 at the most vibrant New Year’s Eve celebration in L.A. at Yamashiro Hollywood. Enjoy a 5-hour premium open bar, stunning skyline views, and a live DJ performance spinning an open format to keep the energy high! As the night unfolds, get ready for a DJ-led countdown to the New Year, complete with a complimentary champagne toast and party favors to make the evening unforgettable.
📍 Location: 1999 N Sycamore Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068
⏰ When: December 31, 2024, 9 p.m. — 12 a.m.
🍽️ Make your reservation
5. Transport yourself to the South of France at Bar Lis
Bar Lis, known as a lush and chic rooftop lounge that captures the heart of the French Riviera, is transporting guests this NYE to the South of France with cocktails, passed hors d’oeuvres, and champagne toast. We’ll link to tickets once they’re announced!
📍 Location: 1541 Wilcox AvenueLos Angeles, CA 90028
⏰ When: December 31, 2024. 9 p.m. — 2 a.m.
🍽️ Make your reservation
6. Dine, sip, and dance at Toca Madera
Prepare to be amazed by Toca Madera’s food and incredible ambiance. For NYE, the dimly-lit sexy spot will offer a full dinner menu, chef’s specials, bottle packages, live music, and fire dances along with a special midnight champagne toast. Cheers to that!
📍 Location: 8450 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90048
⏰ When: December 31, 2024, 6 p.m. — 12 a.m., Bar open until 2 a.m.
🍽️ Make a reservation
7. Witness talent and comedy at The Groundlings
The Groundlings has been the go-to comedy hub in LA for decades. The historic theatre is hosting a special NYE improv show along with hors d’oeuvres, beer, and wine. At midnight, the actors and audience will come together for a wonderful champagne toast to ring in 2025.
📍 Location: 8450 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90048
⏰ When: December 31, 9 p.m.
🎫 Tickets info: General admission $100, find out more
8. Get swanky with L.A. Noir NYE at the Biltmore
The iconic Biltmore Hotel in DTLA is celebrating 2025 with their L.A. Noir Speakeasy event featuring a luxury of live music, dancing, and performances taking place right in their historic Crystal Ballroom.
Expect incredible performances and tours of their actual speakeasy tunnels. You’ll be transported right to LA’s roaring ’20s with this one.
📍 Location: 506 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90071
⏰ When: December 31, 2024, 8 p.m.
🎫 Tickets info: General admission starts at $127.57 find out more
9. Party Hard at Forever Midnight
Insomniac is celebrating New Year’s Eve with an epic party in Los Angeles . Taking place December 31, 2024, Forever Midnight’s Los Angeles edition will see major performances from EDM heavyweights such as Duke Dumont, Tiësto, Jamie Jones, and many more.
📍Location: 1201 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015
⏰ When: December 31, 2024. 4 p.m. to 4 a.m.
🎫 Ticket info here
10. Leave 2024 behind in Level 8
Houston Hospitality invites you to ring in the new year at their latest outpost, Level 8, a first-of-its-kind multidimensional showcase of culinary exploration, extravagant entertainment, and immersive discovery.
The New Year’s Eve party at Level 8 last year included a 4-hour hosted bar with tray-passed hors d’oeuvres, complimentary party favors, and entertainment, all before the midnight countdown with a champagne toast. So for 2025 we might expect a similar event!
📍Location: 1254 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015
⏰ When: December 31, 2024. 8 p.m. — 2 a.m.
🍽️ Make your reservation
11. Make a hole in one at Topgolf El Segundo
Spend twenty-twenty-fore (wink) with Topgolf!. You have the option to purchase General Admission or VIP tickets for a night full of music, fun, and surprises while you enjoy their games, food, and cocktails.
📍Location: 400 Pacific Coast Hwy, El Segundo, CA 90245
⏰ When: December 31, 2024. 8 p.m. — 1 a.m.
🎫 Make your reservation
12. Experience an iconic winter wonderland at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at The Hollywood Roosevelt, where the entire hotel is transformed into a stunning winter wonderland. Explore four unique rooms filled with music, vibes, and entertainment, while enjoying breathtaking décor and live performances that will keep you dancing into 2025. Experience a red carpet arrival with top media outlets capturing the night, plus themed photo opportunities and exclusive NYE party favors to make your celebration unforgettable.
📍Location: 7000 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028
⏰ When: December 31, 2024, 9 p.m. — January 1, 2025, 2 a.m.
🎫 Ticket info here!
13. Travel to another dimension at Countdown NYE
Get ready for an epic New Year’s Eve at Countdown NYE! This intergalactic event will feature an all-star lineup of dance music icons like Marshmello, Zedd, Diplo, Alesso, Galantis, and Chris Lake, alongside rising talents such as BIIA and Omnom. With five stages and an art car, Countdown will transport you through cosmic realms like The Nebula and Area 51, offering immersive experiences and breathtaking art installations.
📍Location: 689 S E St, San Bernardino, CA 92408
⏰ When: December 31, 2024
🎫 Ticket info here!
14. Fairwell 2024 in Fairmont Century Plaza
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at the Fairmont Century Plaza Hotel, where Lumière will offer a glamorous prix-fixe dinner for $125 per person. Indulge in luxurious dishes like Wagyu Beef and Black Truffle Tart, paired with a glass of Moët & Chandon Champagne and live entertainment to ring in 2025.
For a more casual celebration, the Lobby Bar provides live music, canapés, and exclusive bar packages for a festive ball-drop experience. On New Year’s Day, enjoy a delicious à la carte brunch at Lumière from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
📍Location: 2025 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles, CA 90067
⏰ When: December 31, 2024
15. Welcome 2025 from above at Spire 73
Head to “The Countdown” at Spire 73 in the InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown, the city’s highest open-air rooftop bar. Celebrate New Year’s Eve with unbeatable views of fireworks from the 73rd floor, a live band, a DJ, and a midnight champagne toast. Ticket price is $45 at door, so save up a few bucks if you want to celebrate NYE here.
📍Location: 900 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles 90017
⏰ When: December 31, 2024, 9 p.m.
16. Let it all out on the Gothicumbia dance floor
Gothicumbia returns to The Regent this New Year’s Eve, bringing you the ultimate night of rock en español and dark wave hits to ring in 2025. Celebrate with high-energy jams, moody vibes, and a dance floor ready to keep you moving all night long. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind NYE party where the best of nostalgia, rock and goth collide for an unforgettable start to the new year!
📍Location: The Regent, 448 Main St, Los Angeles, CA 90013
⏰ When: December 31, 2024
🎫 Ticket info here!
17. Spend a heavenly night with this charming man, Morrissey
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with Morrissey as he takes the stage at the iconic Hollywood Palladium — giving Los Angeles fans the perfect concert to welcome 2025. From timeless classics to fan-favorites, this is your chance to sing along to the hits that have defined generations. It’s bound to be an unforgettable night with the legendary Moz — heaven knows it won’t be miserable. There’s no better way to start the year than with a little charm and wit.
📍 Location: The United Theater on Broadway, 929 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA
⏰ When: December 31, 2024
🎫 Ticket info here!
18. Step into 2025 with flair at Preciosa Night’s masquerade party
Meet 2025 with flair and a fierce celebration of Queerness and culture at the third annual Preciosa Night NYE Masquerade! This unforgettable evening brings together vibrant traditions, theatrical performances, and beats from an all-star lineup of DJs — including DJ KilledBySynth, LadySoul, DJ Preciosa, Gracy D, TKeys, iKarla, and DJ Frenchy. Expect jaw-dropping drag shows, seductive burlesque acts, Latinx NYE traditions (Yes, there will be grapes!), a midnight surprise performance, and a celebratory champagne toast.
🎫 Ticket Tiers:
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- $5 (Tier 1)
- $25 (Tier 2)
- $35 (Tier 3)
- $40 (GA/DOS)
- $50 (VIP)
- Grab them here!
📍 Location: Teregram Ballroom, 1234 W 7th St, Los Angeles, CA at 9 p.m.
19. Board the Queen Mary and enter 2025
Celebrate New Year’s Eve aboard the legendary Queen Mary! Your ticket grants you access to an unforgettable evening filled with live music, mesmerizing strolling performers, energetic dueling pianos, and lively casino games. As the clock strikes midnight, enjoy a complimentary champagne toast alongside stunning fireworks over the Pacific Ocean and festive balloon drops in the ship’s elegant salons.
📍 Location: 1126 Queens Hwy, Long Beach, CA
⏰ When: December 31, 2024
🎫 Ticket info here!
20. Have a sultry celebration for the new year with Dita Von Teese
Start the new year with a touch of glamour and allure as the iconic Dita Von Teese graces the stage at the historic Orpheum Theatre. Known as the queen of burlesque, Dita delivers an unforgettable evening of elegance, seduction, and old-Hollywood charm. This dazzling performance, set against the backdrop of the distingued venue, promises to be the perfect way to welcome 2025.
📍 Location: 842 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90014
⏰ When: December 31, 2024
🎫 Ticket info here!
21. Travel back to a simpler time at this Y2K bash
Head to Angel City Brewery for a Y2K New Year’s Eve Bash that’ll transport you back to a simpler time in life. Jam out to a DJ spinning THE hits from Britney to Blink-182. Plus, don’t miss the retro photo ops that are 100% MySpace profile-worthy. And get ready for a “midnight meltdown” countdown you won’t want to miss!
📍 Location: Angel City Brewery (216 Alameda Street Los Angeles, CA 90012)
⏰ When: December 31 from 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
🎫 Ticket info here!
22. Experience a dazzling ball at Clifton’s
Celebrate the New Year with Metropolis Ball at Clifton’s, where futuristic glamour meets timeless elegance. Dance the night away with Lizzy & Her Contraband, delivering sultry Jazz Age vibes in the Brookdale Ballroom. Choose from ticket options like general admission, VIP access, or champagne packages with reserved tables. The theme, “Welcome to the Future,” invites dazzling avant-garde attire, making it a night of innovation and discovery. Secure your spot for this unforgettable celebration before tickets sell out!
📍 Location: Clifton’s Republic, 648 South Broadway Los Angeles, CA 90014
⏰ When: December 31, 2024
🎫 Ticket info here!
23. Have fun with the whole family at the L.A. Zoo
The L.A. Zoo Lights Family New Year’s Eve event is perfect for celebrating a little earlier in the day. You can watch the live broadcast of the Times Square ball drop, enjoy a buffet dinner with dessert, dancing, and a New Year toast with sparkling wine or apple cider at 9 p.m. Pacific Time, and more. All ages are welcome. The tickets includes express entry to the L.A. Zoo Lights, and after the NYE event from 6 – 9 pm, families are welcome to stay until the closing at 10 p.m.
📍 Location: Los Angeles Zoo (5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90027)
⏰ When: December 31, 2024 from 6 – 9 p.m.
🎫 Ticket info here!
24. Sail away on a NYE Party Cruise
Jump aboard the Moonlight Pier Pressure L.A New Year’s Eve Party Cruise 2025 on Dec. 31st, and watch the New Year’s Eve Firework Shows in Marina Del Rey from the comfort of a yacht. Enjoy a premium open bar featuring Belvedere. Nosh on hors d’oeuvres and visit delicious food stations. Then dance the night away to 2 live DJs.
📍 Location: The Entertainer Yacht in Marina del Rey departs from Fisherman’s Village at 13755 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292
⏰ When: December 31, 2024 from 9:15 pm – 1:30 am
🎫 Ticket info here!
25. Laugh it up with Natasha Leggero and Moshe Kasher
Spend New Year’s Eve at the Hollywood Improv with the hilarious Natasha Leggero and Moshe Kasher! This dynamic comedy duo is bringing the laughs to help you bid farewell to 2024 and welcome 2025 with a smile. It’s bound to be an unforgettable night of humor, good vibes, and celebrations. Grab your tickets now before they’re gone!
📍 Location: Hollywood Improv, 8162 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, CA
⏰ When:December 31, 2024, Doors at 7:30
🎫 Ticket info here!
26. Dance the year away with Club Decades
Dance your way into the new year with Club Decades DJs spinning the ultimate soundtrack of your favorite tunes across all genres! From Rock ‘n Roll and New Wave to Disco, Indie, and everything in between, they’re bringing you the best hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, and beyond. Get ready for a night of nonstop music, good vibes, and unforgettable fun.
📍 Location: Harvard and Stone, 5221 Hollywood Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90027
⏰ When: December 31, 2024 at 8 p.m.
🎫 Ticket info here!
27. Toast to 2025 at Winston House
Join Venice for an incredible NYE celebration with beats by Winston House’s favorite DJs. Say goodbye to 2024 and hello to 2025 with some jams and a drink in hand. Two ticket options are available — and one includes an open bar, so come ready to toast to the new year and dance the night away.
📍 Location: Winston House, 23 Windward Ave, Venice, CA 90291
⏰ When: December 31, 2024 at 9 p.m.
🎫 Ticket info here!
28. Embrace nostalgia with Pulling Me Back’s Winter Formal
Your favorite throwback party is back to celebrate the start of 2025 in downtown Los Angeles — Pulling Me Back’s Winter Formal. Groove to the best hip-hop, rap, and R&B jams while enjoying our signature craft cocktails and incredible local DJs.
📍 Location: Winston House, 23 Windward Ave, Venice, CA 90291
⏰ When: December 31, 2024 at 9 p.m.
🎫 Ticket info here! Complimentary entry before 10 p.m. ! ($20 after)
29. Ring it in with Cha Cha Lounge
Nestled in the heart of Silverlake — Cha Cha Lounge is a beloved hotspot cherished by locals. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and eclectic decor, it’s the perfect spot to unwind and dance this NYE. With DJs spinning crowd-pleasing tracks, the party never stops. Whether you’re a regular or a first-timer, Cha Cha Lounge promises a night of fun and unforgettable vibes!
📍 Location: Cha Cha Lounge, 2375 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
⏰ When: December 31, 2024
30. Keep the energy going through Lunar New Year
Remember that Lunar New Year is right around the corner with all sorts of cultural celebrations and events across LA. The Lunar New Year holiday is on January 29, 2025, but LA’s famous Great Dragon Parade in Chinatown will take place on February 8th. Read our list for more of the biggest Lunar New Year events coming to LA.
Edited by Sofía Delpueche.