New Orleans NYE 2025

New Orleans New Year's Eve 2025 Events

New Orleans New Year's Eve 2025 Events

New Year's Eve in New Orleans

Average temperature low and high: 46°-65°
You can't go wrong with celebrating in the Big Easy for New Year's Eve. Make a reservation at a fine restaurant and bring in 2024 with quality bubbly, or bring it in on the Mississippi River by booking a dinner cruise on the famous Steamboat NATCHEZ. You can also celebrate the New Year downtown by strolling with a drink on New Orleans' well-known party street, Bourbon St., or with an official countdown at Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve. New Orleans has many great parties that follow after New Year's Eve. Make sure to check out our January page for more details.

New Year's Eve Event Calendar

Celebration in the Oaks

Celebration in the Oaks

Get ready to add a touch of New Orleans magic to your holiday season with Celebration in the Oaks - an event that has warmed hearts since the 1980s. The iconic City Park is festooned with lights and decorations, making it a nocturnal wonderland through which you can walk, drive or cycle and also enjoy its rides, including the gorgeous carousel that's the centerpiece of the celebration. More than just a dazzling spectacle, this event helps support City Park's upkeep. Driving tours start at a special discounted rate of $25 for specific days, or you can take a leisurely stroll on the walking tour for $35. If you want to bike through, your ticket is only $5.

Billy Strings at UNO Lakefront Arena

Billy Strings at UNO Lakefront Arena

Experience the energy and talent of musician Billy Strings as he returns for a three-night New Year's Eve run at the Lakefront Arena in New Orleans, Louisiana. With a diverse range of musical influences, including bluegrass and heavy metal, Strings is known for his expansive sound and captivating live performances. There's no better way to welcome 2024 than to jam with Strings and his band in concert. Shows start at 7:30 PM and doors open at 6:30 PM. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster and start at $49.50. 

Allstate Sugar Bowl New Year's Eve Parade

Allstate Sugar Bowl New Year\'s Eve Parade

Begin your New Year celebrations at the Allstate Sugar Bowl New Year's Parade, a Mardi Gras-inspired delight for all ages. Enjoy a visual treat with dancers, bands, and floats as the parade kicks-off at 3 p.m. where Elysian Fields Avenue meets Decatur Street. The parade passes through the enchanting French Quarter, following Decatur Street by the Mississippi River. Check out iconic landmarks on the way - from the historic Old US Mint to the bustling French Market, Cafe du Monde, and the timeless Jackson Square.

New Year's Eve Celebration aboard the Riverboat CITY of New Orleans

New Year\'s Eve Celebration aboard the Riverboat CITY of New Orleans

Dress up and board the Steamboat Natchez to celebrate NYE in style. With four open decks, you can experience beautiful views of New Orleans from various perspectives of the ship. Choose between indoor or outdoor seating and enjoy the city and river views. If partying hard is on your to-do list for the night, live music by Lil Red and Big Bad is going to set the stage ablaze for you. That's not it. You have access to a premium open bar, hors d'oeuvres and buffet stations to delight in. Be sure to check out the highlight of the night - the stunning fireworks display over the Mississippi River when the clock strikes 12. This exclusive 21+ event offers tickets at $224.

New Years Eve Extravaganza with KREWELLA - New Orleans

New Years Eve Extravaganza with KREWELLA - New Orleans

Ring in 2024 at one of New Orleans' biggest events, the New Year's Eve Extravaganza at the Metropolitan. Featuring headliner Krewella, the popular nightclub will also host Mashbit, DJ Taf, DJ Wixx, and more artists TBA. Throughout the event's three rooms of music, guests can dance the night away before a balloon drop and champagne toast at midnight.

All-inclusive VIP tickets are available and include a "cut the line" entrance, premium open bar, hors d'oeuvres, VIP Viewing Balcony (including restrooms), and more. Guests must be 21+ to enter and a valid ID is required. Ticket prices start at $30 for General Admission and there are multiple packages available for purchase.

New Year's Eve at The Riverview Room

New Year\'s Eve at The Riverview Room

If you are excited to experience the "Times Square of the South," look no further than the New Year's Eve celebration at the Riverview Room, where you can enjoy a buffet dinner, a premium open bar, and champagne. Plus, you'll have beautiful views of the midnight ball drop, fireworks, and the lively riverfront crowd, both indoors and outdoors, along with music by the Top Cats. Spruce up in a cocktail attire, or even better, a black tie. You'll be seated at tables with ten people, so it's perfect for a group. If you're thinking about coming with friends, consider getting a whole table reserved. Tickets cost $210, inclusive of everything for a wholesome night. You must be 21 or older to attend the event.

BIG NIGHT NEW ORLEANS NEW YEARS EVE

BIG NIGHT NEW ORLEANS NEW YEARS EVE

Celebrate Big Night New Orleans New Year’s Eve at The Fillmore. Ring in 2024 featuring the Ying Yang Twins, the Soul Rebels, and more. VIP tickets offer an all-inclusive night, including drinks, buffet dinner, early entry, and entertainment. Register for updates and secure your spot for an unforgettable New Year's Eve. Group tickets are now available for 10 or more.

New Years Eve Balcony Party on Bourbon Street

New Years Eve Balcony Party on Bourbon Street

Celebrate New Year's Eve on a Bourbon Street balcony. Enjoy 3 Hours of Unlimited Premium Brand Mixed Drinks, Beer, Wine, and Hurricanes, Midnight Champagne Toast, New Year's Eve Party Favors, and Guaranteed Balcony Access. Enjoy dinner and have a balcony waiting for you to ring in 2024 with the bead-tossing balcony extravaganza a la Mardi Gras. 

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