New Year’s Eve events (2024) in Orange County

From family-friendly to couples-focused, there are so many options this year! Whether you want to get dressed up or just have a low key night with the kids, we’ve got you covered. This list includes all of our favorite spots and what they’re doing on December 31st. Happy New Year!

Check back throughout the season as we’ll be adding more New Year’s Eve events to this list as they become available to us.

For ease of use, this New Year’s Eve events in Orange County list is organized by city in alphabetical order. Take a look and let us know if we missed one of your favorite winter holiday events! Email ([email protected]) or message us on Facebook.

You might also like: Family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebrations in Orange County . The family-friendly list is mostly comprised of daytime events like noon years eve.

2024 Orange County New Year’s Eve events

New Year’s Eve Events in Anaheim

New Year’s Eve Party | Heat Ultra Lounge OC
December 31, 2024 | 9:00 pm
Bottle Service Inquiries & Specials: Steven  (626) 329-8973

Age 21+. Fashionable attire recommended

Early Purchase General Admission is $20. This offers admission into the venue at any time of arrival.

Prohibition NYE celebration | Westin Anaheim Resort
December 31, 2024 | 7:00 pm
Tickets are now on sale for our Prohibition NYE celebration at RISE for $185. Bookings can be made directly through OpenTable.

Doors open at 7pm and the ticket includes a full buffet with dessert station, 2 complementary Tito’s cocktails, JCB champagne welcome toast & midnight toast, Live DJ, NYE party favors and the best fireworks view of Disneyland NYE fireworks

Reservation and full payment is required to reserve the spot completely

NYE Tangerine Room | Westin Anaheim Resort
December 31, 2024 | 7:30 pm
RISE Rooftop Lounge is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated 2024 New Year’s Eve Masquerade Celebration! This meticulously curated evening will feature an array of captivating experiences including live entertainment, a welcome toast, tray passed hors d’ouevres, a lavish buffet, and complimentary party favors. As the clock strikes midnight, guests will raise their glasses for a sparkling champagne toast with a front row seat to Disneyland® Resort’s Magical Firework Display! Full payment is required to complete your reservation. Our sales coordinator will be in contact with you for further details. **Please note, this event is 21+ only.** Booking is nonrefundable. Early booking is highly recommended, as availability is limited!

2024 Countdown | STC GardenWalk
December 31, 2024 | 5:00 pm – 10:00pm
This New Year’s Eve, celebrate the arrival of 2024 with an elevated three course Prix Fixe meal. A meticulously curated evening begins with Chefs Inspiration Amuse-bouche and an optional luxurious enhancement of Oscietra Caviar “Gold”. Enjoy decadent dishes like Wagyu Beef Cheek or Scallop to start, followed by an array of options including Turbot or Filet Mignon for your second course. Don’t forget to leave room for dessert! $115 per person or $150 with wine pairing exclusive of tax and service charge. *An automatic 18% gratuity will be added to all reservations. Full payment is required to complete your reservation. Our sales coordinator will be in contact with you for further details.

New Year’s Eve Events in Anaheim Hills

New Year’s Eve Bash | Keno’s
December 31, 2024 | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
What are you doing for NYE? Join us in the lounge as we celebrate the new year with Geno’s Steakhouse entrees, a special performance by crooner @gavinbraunmusicand his band, and of course, champagne toasts throughout the evening! Enjoy an appetizer, an entree, a dessert, and a champagne toast. $100 deposit to hold table. Watch the Times Square ball drop.

New Year’s Eve Events in Buena Park

New Year’s Eve Bash | John’s Incredible Pizza
December 31, 2024 | 7:00 pm – 1:00 am
Watch the BALL DROP at midnight on our BIG SCREENS! Space limited. Event may sell out.  BONUS! Buy by Dec 26 to get an extra 20 Fun World Credits! 

Celebration Package ($34.99)

Each Guest Receives:

• Endless Buffet
• Endless Beverages
• Unlimited Rides
• 75 Fun World Credits ($18.75 value!)
• New Year’s Accessories: Hat and Glow Necklace(while supplies last)

Premium Package ($44.99)

Each Guest Receives:

• Endless Buffet
• Endless Beverage
• Unlimited Rides
• 150 Fun World Credits ($37.50 value!)
• New Year’s Accessories: Hat and Glow Necklace(while supplies last)

Upgrade your NYE experience! Get your glow on in your own private room with glow supplies. ($100/room)

Each Room Includes:

• Private Party Room 7pm – 1am
• Glow Accessories
• Fits up to 16 guests. Rooms may be expanded. Purchase additional for more capacity.

New Year’s Eve Celebration | Knott’s Berry Farm
December 31, 2024 | 8:00 am – 1:00 am
The countdown to the New Year is on at Knott’s Merry Farm with special fireworks, live entertainment, and special extended hours for the one-night event. Guests have a chance to say goodbye to the final moments of 2024 at Knott’s as the park celebrates with memorable festivities including Merry Farm seasonal performances throughout the day on December 31st. The enchanting Knott’s New Year’s Eve celebration gives guests front row seats to the final event of the year as the park rings in 2024 with a park wide-party unlike any other and everyone is invited. Knott’s New Year’s Eve Celebration is included with regular daytime admission. 

New Year’s Eve Events in Costa Mesa

New Year’s Eve Party | Sevilla Orange County
December 31, 2024 | 9:00 pm
Welcome 2024 the right way with hundreds of beautiful ladies and gentlemen. They host the biggest new year celebration every year, buy your tickets or reserve for bottle service NOW and assure entry. For more info call 949.691.8278 NO GUESTLIST 21+

Pre-sale tickets are $60.

Winter Fest OC NYE Celebration | OC Fair & Event Center
December 31, 2024 | 2:00 pm – 12:30 am
Winter Fest OC, Southern California’s largest winter festival, is ringing in the new year at the OC Fair & Event Center with winter-themed activities, live entertainment, and two special countdowns and firework shows. With immersive experiences and attractions for all ages, Winter Fest OC offers families and groups an unforgettable celebration to kick off 2024.

Winter Fest OC brings the community together to celebrate the new year not once, but twice with a special countdown, dazzling firework show, snow flurries and confetti cannons at both 6pm and midnight. Enjoy extended Winter Fest OC hours, filled with winter attractions such as ice tubing, ice bumper cars, carnival rides and games and ice skating, the all-new North Pole Journey pop-up walk-through experience, live entertainment from popular tribute bands, seasonal food and drinks, dozens of photo opportunities and much more.

New Year’s Eve Events in Garden Grove

Nova’s Carnival New Year’s Eve Party | Nova Kitchen & Bar
December 31, 2024 | 10:00 pm – 1:30 am
Nova Kitchen & Bar invites you to a night at the la carnival! 🎭 Orange County, get ready for the biggest and most extravagant carnival-themed party in town! 🎉✨

Join the fun from 10-1:30 am for an open bar, DJ, carnival bites, midway game prizes, and much more.

🎟Ticket: $160 (sales tax 12.91 + gratuity 22.5)

🍽Earth room: Carnival room filled with food

🎶Sounds By DJ MAZD

👠Attire: Dress To Impress

🎉18+ Party – mocktails and wristbands will be provided for guests under 21

✨Guests can also purchase tickets by phone at (714) 696 -0888 or email [email protected] to waive the service fee. 

New Year’s Eve Events in Huntington Beach

New Year’s Eve Party | The Bungalow Huntington Beach
December 31, 2024 | 8:00 pm – 2:00 am
Make this New Year’s Eve unforgettable at The Bungalow Huntington Beach. Dance the night away where the beach meets the beats with DJ duo Coast Club and Tommy Marini. Gaze out at the Pacific Ocean while we keep your glasses full with a premium hosted bar. Guaranteed to keep the good times rolling all night long! Secure your tickets and tables now and dance into 2024 with us – it’s the party of the year you’re not going to want to miss!

New Year’s Eve 80‘s Bash | Old World Biergarten Huntington Beach
December 31, 2024 | 7:30 pm – 1:00 am
New Year Eve’s party with special guest RICHARD BLADE & THE REFLEXX. A complimentary glass of champagne is included with purchase of admission ticket. PLUS, we will have a taco cart from Mago’s Tacos.

Our concert will happen RAIN or SHINE!

SCHEDULE

• Doors open: 7:30PM
• DJ: 7:30PM – 9:00PM
• THE REFLEXX & RICHARD BLADE: 9PM – 1AM

New Year’s Eve Events in Irvine

New Year’s Eve Celebration | Dave & Buster’s at Irvine Spectrum
December 31, 2024 | 9:00pm
Bottles popping! People cheering! Power Cards tapping! New Years Eve at Dave & Buster’s is more than just a good time — it’s the ultimate way to kick off a year of FUN! Grab tickets for your whole crew and stop by for an exclusive New Year’s event at D&B — a jam-packed night of unlimited video game play, top tier entertainment & yes, lots & lots of toasts! Cheers!

General Admission includes: Access to our delectable appetizer banquet, unlimited soda, coffee & tea, a $20 Power Card® with Unlimited Video Game Play, a special New Year’s Eve toast, suggested 18% gratuity, and taxes. 

Premium Admission includes: Access to our delectable appetizer banquet, unlimited soda, coffee, & tea, a $20 Power Card® with Unlimited Video Game Play, a special New Year’s Eve toast, two (2) drink tickets valid for beer, wine, or specialty cocktails, suggested 18% gratuity, and taxes. 
Appetizer Banquet Menu 

• Mini Beef Wellington
• Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
• Chicken Potstickers
• Boneless Buffalo Wings with Dipping Sauce
• House Garden Salad
• Tomato & Basil Bruschetta
• Tortilla Chips with Guacamole, Queso & Salsa
• Cinnamon Sugar Churros

Questions? Contact Monique James at (949) 885-0906 or [email protected] 

New Year’s Eve Events in Orange

New Year’s Eve Party | Dave & Buster’s
December 31, 2024 | 9:00pm
Bottles popping! People cheering! Power Cards tapping! New Years Eve at Dave & Buster’s is more than just a good time — it’s the ultimate way to kick off a year of FUN! Grab tickets for your whole crew and stop by for an exclusive New Year’s event at D&B — a jam-packed night of unlimited video game play, & yes, lots & lots of toasts! Cheers!

General Admission includes: Access to our delectable appetizer banquet, unlimited soda, coffee & tea, a $20 Power Card® with Unlimited Video Game Play, a special New Year’s Eve toast, suggested 18% gratuity, and taxes. 

Premium Admission includes: Access to our delectable appetizer banquet, unlimited soda, coffee, & tea, a $20 Power Card® with Unlimited Video Game Play, a special New Year’s Eve toast, two (2) drink tickets valid for beer, wine, or specialty cocktails, suggested 18% gratuity, and taxes. 
Appetizer Banquet Menu 

• Mini Beef Wellington
• Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
• Chicken Potstickers
• Boneless Buffalo Wings with Dipping Sauce
• House Garden Salad
• Tomato & Basil Bruschetta
• Tortilla Chips with Guacamole, Queso & Salsa
• Cinnamon Sugar Churros

Questions? Contact Sofia Ceballos at (714) 923-0887 or [email protected] 

New Year’s Eve Events in San Clemente

New Year’s Eve Party | The Cellar
December 31, 2024 | 6:00 pm – 8:15 pm
The Cellar is thrilled to offer you and your party a seamless opportunity to book your New Year’s Eve to dine with us! NYE family style dinner $75 per person.

New Year’s Eve Events in Santa Ana

New Year’s Eve Party | Mercado Modern
December 31, 2024 | 5:00 pm – 1:00 am
Let’s ring in the New Year in style on Sunday, December 31st! 🌟 Indulge in delicious Mexican Cuisine, sip on craft cocktails, and dance the night away!

🍽️ Dinner: 5:00pm – 11:00pm
🎶 Live music from 8:00pm-1:00am
💃 Latin Band playing Salsa, Cumbia, Top 40’s, and more!

New Year’s Eve Party | Amor y Tequila
December 31, 2024
Join us as we kick off 2024 with a bang by celebrating the biggest party of the whole year! 🍾🍾🍾

▫️Kitchen closes at midnight😋 
▫️Mandatory Midnight Champagne Toast🥂 
▫️Complimentary Party Favors 🥳
▫️ && Giveaways 🤫🙌🏼🔐

New Year’s Eve Events in Stanton

New Year’s Eve Party | Vintage Cocktail Lounge
December 31, 2024 | 8:00 pm – close
Our amazing song selector and karaoke host will be spinning the hottest tracks all night long, ensuring the dance floor is never empty. And for those who love to sing their hearts out, there will be there epic karaoke sessions.

Let’s welcome the dawn of the new year together, surrounded by the people who make our lives brighter. It’s all about happy times, laughter, and creating unforgettable moments with friends old and new.

New Year’s Eve Events in Stanton

New Year’s Eve Party | The Post at Rockwell‘s
December 31, 2024 | 9:00 pm – close
Champagne toast. Music by The Creepers. Party favors supplied. Free entry. 21 and over. Starts at 9pm.

And don’t forget to plan out which color underwear you’ll be wearing!

Originally published on December 5, 2024. Last Updated on December 5, 2024 by Daniel Cordova