Orange County New Year's Eve Events 2026–2027
Celebrate New Year's Eve 2026 and welcome 2027 with events across Orange County, including family-friendly countdowns, theme park celebrations, dinners, nightlife, live entertainment and fireworks.
Listings marked 2026 details TBA are recurring favorites whose plans for this year have not been announced. Check the linked organizer before purchasing tickets or heading out.
Quick Guide: Family-Friendly • Dining • Nightlife • Fireworks • Events by City
Family-friendly events and early or Noon Year's Eve countdowns are identified where available. Nightlife age restrictions, dinner reservations and ticket requirements should be confirmed with each organizer. Some celebrations are indoors while others are outdoors, so plan accordingly.
Getting Around on New Year's Eve
If you'll be drinking, use a designated driver, rideshare or public transportation. Rideshare demand can be high on New Year's Eve, so allow extra time and expect possible surge pricing. OCTA has offered free New Year's Eve bus service in prior years; check OCTA's current holiday service announcement before relying on free rides for December 31, 2026.
Anaheim New Year's Eve Events
Disneyland Park
1313 Disneyland Dr., Anaheim, CA 92802
New Year's Eve
Ring in the New Year with festive fireworks, uplifting music and much more. It's the perfect way to celebrate new beginnings!
Heat Ultra Lounge
GardenWalk, 400 Disney Way Suite 214, Anaheim, CA 92802
December 31, 2026 – details TBA
Heat Ultra Lounge has hosted a ticketed New Year’s Eve celebration at Anaheim GardenWalk in prior years. 2026 event details are TBA.
Anaheim GardenWalk New Year Countdown
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
400 W Disney Way Anaheim, CA 92802
Celebrate NYE at the Garden Walk with A Taste of Japan, street vendors, live music, food, giveaways, special performances, and more.
JW Marriott Anaheim Resort
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
1775 S Clementine Street, Anaheim, CA 92802
JW Marriott has TWO experiences to enjoy this New Year's Eve! First, you can ring in the new year with drinks, live entertainment, and views at the resort's rooftop bar and lounge. Or -- Ring in the new year at Tocca Ferrro featuring a special pre-fixed menu, live music, and a complimentary glass of champagne for the midnight toast
The Westin Anaheim Resort
1030 W Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA 92802
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
The Westin Anaheim Resort has two experiences for New Year's Eve!
- Ages 21+
- Ticket includes a full buffet, welcome toast, Live DJ, NYE party favors and the best fireworks view of Disneyland NYE fireworks.
NYE Tangerine Room
- There will be a NYE celebration 3 course prix fixe meal with entertainment, wine pairings available for an additional fee.
The Fifth OC NYE Party
The Fifth Rooftop Restaurant & Bar above Grand Legacy at The Park Hotel
1650 S Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92802
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Celebrate at The Fifth with a DJ, complimentary champagne toast, and views of the Disneyland fireworks. Preferred private table seating available, and VIP packages are available with couch seating with firepit access.
NYE at Top Of The V - Anaheim
The Viv Hotel
1601 S Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Check out Top Of The V's New Year's Eve celebration Featuring a DJ, rooftop restaurant with exceptional views, open bar, hors d'oeuvres, food stations, sparkling wine toast at midnight, and more.
House of Blues NYE - Anaheim
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
400 West Disney Way, Suite 337, Anaheim, CA
HOB Anaheim 2026 New Year's Eve details TBA. Check the House of Blues Anaheim calendar for New Year's Eve shows and Foundation Room plans.
Bowlero NYE on the Lanes
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Anaheim, Fullerton, & Tustin | Reservations required
Reserve your lanes and choose your NYE package and celebrate with friends and family as you bowl the night away. Reservations include shoes and unlimited bowling during your time slot. NYE packages also include food options from a select signature menu, party favors, sparkling cider and champagne for a toast, and more. You can even add a premium bar package for guests over 21.
Concourse Bowling NYE - Anaheim
3364 E La Palma Ave., Anaheim, CA 92806
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Reserve your lanes to celebrate the New Year at Concourse Bowling. Large Groups can reserve multiple lanes for three hours of bowling for up to 32 people.
New Year's Eve Singles Celebration - Anaheim
Anaheim (venue TBA)
Thursday, December 31, 2026
Single+Passion's 17th annual New Year's Eve Celebration is an alcohol-free party for singles and couples. Past celebrations have included dinner, DJs, karaoke, a photo booth and a midnight countdown and toast.
New Year's Eve at The Ranch - Anaheim
1025 E. Ball Road, Anaheim, CA 92805
Classic Country Countdown – Thursday, December 31, 2026 | VIP doors 6:00 PM, general admission 9:00 PM | 21+
Ring in the New Year at The Ranch with live country music and dancing with Cross County Line. Early general admission is $35 through November 9, then $50 from November 10. VIP tickets go on sale to the public Friday, October 23. Food will not be available for purchase.
Camelot Golfland
3200 Carpenter Ave., Anaheim, CA
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Camelot Golfland has offered a family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration with attractions and extended hours in prior years. 2026 hours, pricing and package details are TBA.
Anaheim Packing House Family Friendly NYE
Hang out at the Anaheim Packing House and enjoy live music and an East and West Coast Countdown. While you're there, try out some of the seasonal holiday themed treats and drinks from participating vendors.
More Anaheim NYE Events
Great Maple Anaheim: New Year’s Eve 2026 details TBA.
House of Blues Anaheim shows: New Year's Eve 2026 details TBA.
Garden Amp (Garden Grove): New Year's Eve 2026 details TBA.
NYE Session At Stone Groove Stillhouse (Anaheim Packing District) - 2026 details TBA
Brea New Year's Eve Events
Pete Lee (Brea Improv) - Thursday, December 31, 2026 | 7:00 PM & 10:00 PM
Buena Park New Year's Eve Events
Knott’s Berry Farm
8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90620
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Knott's Berry Farm has hosted a family-friendly New Year's Eve celebration with midnight fireworks, comedians, bands and dancing in prior years. Prior-year celebrations have featured photo ops with the Peanuts gang, Krazy Kirk and the Hillbillies at the Wagon Camp Theatre, DJs spinning music at the Calico Mine Stage, and more. Regular attractions will be open with extended hours plus many more entertainers and activities.
Beach Boulevard Club - Buena Park
7600 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, CA 90620
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Celebrate the New Year with dueling pianos, vintage lounge singers, signature cocktails, and a midnight countdown.
Costa Mesa New Year's Eve Events
Tavern+Bowl
1875 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa
Tavern+Bowl has offered New Year’s Eve bowling packages for adults and families in prior years. 2026 package times, pricing and inclusions are TBA.
Time Nightclub – Costa Mesa
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
1875 Newport Blvd B245, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Time Nightclub has hosted 21+ New Year's Eve parties with headlining DJs, nightclub production, dancing and VIP/table options. 2026 headliner and details are TBA.
Cafe Sevilla NYE Tapas Bar
1870 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, CA 92627
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Cafe Sevilla has hosted New Year's Eve celebrations with flamenco dinner shows, Latin music and DJs in prior years.
STRUT NYE
STRUT Bar & Club
719 West 19th Street, Costa Mesa
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Spend NYE at Strut.
Winter Fest OC
OC Fairgrounds, Costa Mesa
December 31, 2026 – details TBA
Winter Fest OC has featured New Year’s Eve countdowns, entertainment and fireworks in prior years. 2026 New Year’s Eve programming, entertainment and fireworks details are TBA.
More Costa Mesa NYE Events
House of Lumma at Casa de Onda - 2026 details TBA
Dana Point New Year's Eve Events
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach NYE Celebration - 2026 details TBA
Fountain Valley New Year's Eve Events
Fountain Valley Skating Center
NYE Skating Celebration
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Fountain Valley Skating Center has hosted New Year's Eve skating sessions with games, prizes, hats and horns in prior years.
Fullerton New Year's Eve Events
First Night Fullerton
Downtown Fullerton Plaza
125 E Wilshire Ave., Fullerton, CA 92832
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Families and friends can gather in downtown Fullerton for this free admission and alcohol-free event. There will be live music, kids’ activities, food booths, and a fireworks show at midnight. The local entertainment with activities for all ages will make this a night to remember as you ring in the new year.
Denim & Diamonds at High Horse Saloon
102 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, CA 92832
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
This venue has offered New Year’s Eve entertainment with music, food and dancing in prior years. 2026 details are TBA.
Totally 80s NYE Dance Party - Fullerton
Totally 80s Bar & Grille
2512 W Orangethorpe Ave., Fullerton
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Rock in the new year with an 80s New Year's Eve dance party. Includes music, free party favors, and a midnight champagne toast. 21+ only.
Garden Grove New Year's Eve Events
Nova NYE - 2026 details TBA
Nova Kitchen & Bar
12361 Chapman Avenue, Garden Grove, CA 92840
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Celebrate the New Year with a Vegas themed party with open bar, fancy bites, DJ, performers, casino style games and prizes.
On The Rocks NYE - Garden Grove
12752 Valley View, Garden Grove
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Party like it's 1989 with food, drinks, and live music at On The Rocks Bar and Grill.
Huntington Beach New Year's Eve Events
Old World New Year's Eve - 2026 details TBA
The Biergarten at Old World
7561 Center Ave. #49, Huntington Beach
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Ring in the New Year at Old World with the Rock Lobster Ball!
NYE at The Treehouse - Huntington Beach
Pasea Hotel
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
21080 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach
Enjoy a swanky, fun filled NYE celebration. Includes premium open bar, OC's top DJs, 2 areas for mingling, party favors, and of course, a countdown. VIP Packages are available.
Also at Paséa: NYE at the Beach 2027 – The Love Boat: A Yacht Rock NYE, Thursday, December 31, 2026, 8:00 PM–2:00 AM (Prjkt Group).
NYE Huntington Beach Pub Crawl
Check In At Fred's Mexican Cafe: 300 Pacific Coast Hwy #201, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Thursday, December 31, 2026 | 8:00 PM–2:00 AM
Dress to impress and get an all access pass to the annual New Year's Eve Crawl. Visit 10+ NYE parties all around the city, starting at Fred's Mexican Cafe on Main Street. All Access Pass includes entry to venues, drink discount coupons, free welcome shots at select locations, plus pre-party at Fred's with drink specials, NYE handouts, and socializing.
Hurricane's Annual NYE Countdown
Hurricane's Bar & Grill | 200 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
December 31, 2026 - details TBA. Hurricane's has hosted an annual NYE countdown party in prior years.
New Year's Eve at The Bungalow - Huntington Beach
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
21058 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach
New Year's Eve event at The Bungalow includes music, premium open bar, dancing, games, and more.
More Huntington Beach NYE Events
Neon Rodeo NYE Party at Baja Sharkeez - 2026 details TBA
NYE Party at Sandbar Huntington Beach - 2026 details TBA
Irvine New Year's Eve Events
Hangar 24 Orange County NYE Party - 2026 details TBA
17877 Von Karman Ave., Irvine
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Hangar 24 has hosted an East Coast-style New Year's Eve party in prior years.
Pretend City Children’s Museum – Irvine
Noon Years Eve
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
29 Hubble, Irvine, CA 92618
This mid-day Noon Years Eve party has a confetti countdown for four time zones in sync with Thailand, Pakistan and Greece. Kids will enjoy the activities and art which includes making your own party hat and a festive noise maker to ring in the New Year.
More Irvine NYE Events
NYE at Bistango - 2026 details TBA
Laguna Beach New Year's Eve Events
Hotel Laguna New Year's Eve Soiree
2026 details TBA
425 South Coast Highway Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Hotel Laguna has hosted a New Year's Eve soiree with cocktails, live entertainment and a countdown in prior years.
Montage - Laguna Beach
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Celebrations at The Lobby Lounge
30801 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Montage Laguna Beach has hosted a Lobby Lounge countdown with live entertainment and a kids' confetti countdown in prior years.
Laguna Playhouse New Year’s Eve
Laguna Playhouse
606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Laguna Playhouse has offered New Year’s Eve entertainment in prior years. 2026 performance and celebration details are TBA.
More NYE Events in Laguna Beach
New Year's Eve in Harvest at The Ranch Laguna Beach
La Habra New Year's Eve Events
New Year's Noon - 2026 details TBA
Children's Museum at La Habra
301 S. Euclid, La Habra, CA 90631
A NYE event for the littles with dancing, play, activities, and a balloon drop at noon.
Laguna Niguel New Year's Eve Events
NYE Party at The Original Patsy's Irish Pub - Laguna Niguel
28971 Golden Lantern, Laguna Niguel
Thursday, December 31, 2026 | from 9:00 PM | 21+
Nearby Long Beach New Year's Eve Events
New Year's Eve Night Dive - 2026 details TBA
Aquarium Of The Pacific
100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
December 31
Aquarium of the Pacific has hosted a New Year’s Eve Night Dive with music, a countdown and after-hours activities in prior years. 2026 event details, hours and age requirements are TBA.
Vegas In Long Beach Ultimate NYE Party
Gaslamp Music+Bar+Kitchen
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
6251 Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, CA
Gaslamp has hosted ticketed New Year’s Eve celebrations with live entertainment, dining and party packages in prior years. 2026 entertainment, pricing and package details are TBA.
New Year's Eve Masquerade Soiree at The Queen Mary
December 31, 2026 – the Queen Mary has announced its Masquerade Soirée returns; 2026 ticket details TBA
1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach, CA 90802
The Masquerade Soirée has featured music, performances, casino games and fireworks at midnight.
Newport Beach New Year's Eve Events
Balboa Bay Resort - 2026 details TBA
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
1221 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663
Dance the night away at the Everything that Glitters NYE party at in the Grand Ballroom. Includes sparkling wine toast at midnight and light bites.
Guests may also enjoy a New Year's Eve four course wine dinner.
Lido House - 2026 details TBA
3300 Newport Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92663
Mayor's Table Pacific Pub & Kitchen has hosted a New Year's Eve dinner with live music, and the Topside roof deck has hosted a rooftop toast, in prior years.
A New York New Year's Eve at CampusJAX - Newport Beach
CampusJAX
3950 Campus Drive, Newport Beach
Thursday, December 31, 2026 | Doors 5:30 PM
Celebrate the new year New York style with The Tony Guerrero Quintet featuring Lia Booth. Cocktails run from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, followed by dinner and the show from 7:30 to 9:30 PM, with a New York countdown live with Times Square at 9:00 PM.
Red O NYE - Newport Beach
2026 details TBA
Red O Restaurant
143 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
December 31 | Open Late for NYE
Reserve your table at Red O at Fashion Island and enjoy a live DJ, complimentary champagne toast and countdown to midnight, party favors, specialty cocktails, food and fun.
More NYE events in Newport Beach
Newport Beach NYE Pub Crawl Party
December 31, 2026 | 6PM - 2AM
Check-in: Balboa Saloon, 700 E Bay Ave., Newport Beach | 21+
Ring in 2027 with a New Year's Eve pub crawl featuring participating Newport Beach bars and drink specials. Check-in is scheduled from 6PM to 9PM.
Gatsby's Yacht Party fireworks cruise aboard Endless Dreams - Thursday, December 31, 2026 | 9:30 PM–1:30 AM (check-in from 9:15 PM) | 2431 W. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach
NYE at The Pendry - 2026 by Set or NYE at Bar Pendry
Orange New Year's Eve Events
Lucky Strike - 2026 details TBA
Lucky Strike at The Outlets at Orange
20 City Blvd., Ste. G-2, Orange CA 92868
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Lucky Strike has offered New Year's Eve bowling packages with a champagne toast and party favors in prior years.
Holiday Skate
175 N. Wayfield, Orange, Ca 92867
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Holiday Skate has hosted New Year's Eve skate sessions in prior years.
More NYE Events in Orange
NYE Dinner & After party at Citrus City Grille - 2026 details TBA
Yorba Linda New Year's Eve Events
New Year's Eve Dinner at The Wild Artichoke
December 31, 2026
4973 Yorba Ranch Road, Yorba Linda
The Wild Artichoke has announced a special New Year's Eve dinner featuring a multi-course French-Korean fusion menu. Menu details and dining hours will be announced closer to the event.
Rancho Santa Margarita New Year's Eve Events
Family New Year's Eve Party - 2026 details TBA
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
22232 El Paseo, Rancho Santa Margarita
Make this your first stop on NYE. Celebrate with Friends and Family at this safe a fun family event with a New York City countdown at 9 pm! Family friendly event includes snow, bounce houses, food, games, train rides and music. This is an outdoor event at the Bell Tower.
Santa Ana New Year's Eve Events
Orange County Mining Company - 2026 details TBA
Orange County Mining Company
10000 S Crawford Canyon Rd., Santa Ana, CA 92705
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Orange County Mining Company has hosted a 21+ New Year's Eve dinner and dance party in prior years.
San Clemente New Year's Eve Events
Goody's Tavern NYE Celebration - 2026 details TBA
2026 details TBA
Goody's Tavern
206 S El Camino Real, San Clemente
December 31
Enjoy music and dancing, photo booth, and champagne shooters with a balloon drop at midnight to ring in the New Year.
San Juan Capistrano New Year's Eve Events
San Juan Hills Golf Club New Year's Eve Dance Party
Thursday, December 31, 2026 | 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
32120 San Juan Creek Rd., San Juan Capistrano
Ring in the New Year at the San Juan Hills Golf Club New Year's Eve dance party. See the club calendar for ticket details.
More San Juan Capistrano NYE Events
Donavon Frankenreiter with Hendrix Frankenreiter (The Coach House) - Thursday, December 31, 2026 | Doors 6:00 PM, show 8:00 PM
Sky Zone Santa Ana
Sky Zone Santa Ana
1411 Village Way, Santa Ana
2026 details TBA
2026 details TBA. Sky Zone Santa Ana has hosted New Year's Eve jump sessions in prior years. Check Sky Zone for this year's hours, activities and ticket requirements.
NYE Party at the Copper Door - Santa Ana
The Copper Door
225 N Broadway, Santa Ana
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Ring in the New Year at the Copper Door with Live DJ music, Confetti Drop, Complimentary Champagne Toast at Midnight, Party Favors and more! Dress to impress in upscale cocktail attire.
More Santa Ana New Year's Eve Events - 2026 details TBA
Club 616 New Year's Eve Soiree - 2026 details TBA
New Year's Eve at Yost Theater
307 N Spurgeon St., Santa Ana
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
The historic Yost Theater has hosted New Year's Eve parties with DJs, lasers, a balloon drop and a midnight countdown.
Tustin New Year's Eve Events
New Year's Eve at Stowaway Tiki Bar - 2026 details TBA
New Year's Eve at Villa Haven - 2026 details TBA
Westminster New Year's Eve Events
Bleu Night Club - 2026 details TBA
14160 Beach Blvd., Westminster, CA 92683
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Bleu has hosted 18+ New Year's Eve parties with laser lights, music and dancing in prior years.
Nearby Los Angeles New Year's Eve Events
- Countdown NYE (NOS Events Center, 689 S. E St., San Bernardino) - December 31, 2026 & January 1, 2027
- EVE (Universal Studios Hollywood)
- Grand Park NYE Countdown
- Marina del Rey New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Where Can You See Fireworks on New Year's Eve?
Fireworks schedules can change and most 2026 New Year's Eve programs have not yet been published. The locations below have offered New Year's Eve fireworks or nighttime spectaculars in prior years; verify the current December 31, 2026 schedule before making plans.
- Disneyland - Anaheim (Can be viewed from various locations outside the park, including rooftop bars and restaurants)
- Knott's Berry Farm - Buena Park (Can also be viewed from various locations outside the park)
- Winter Fest OC - Costa Mesa (2026 New Year's Eve plans TBA)
- Queen Mary/Belmont Memorial Pier - Long Beach
- Burton Chace Park Fireworks Show & family friendly GLOW Party - Marina Del Rey (2026 times TBA)
- Universal Studios - Hollywood
