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.
2026 update: This guide includes confirmed events plus recurring Orange County favorites whose 2026 details have not yet been announced. Listings marked 2026 details TBA are being retained so they can be updated as organizers release this year's plans. 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
The HOB Anaheim is hosting the Foundation room NYE celebration beginning at 8PM with entertainment provided. Entry, beverage, seating, and VIP packages are available.
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 at The Ranch - Anaheim
1025 E. Ball Road, Anaheim, CA 92805
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Ring in the New Year at The Ranch. Tickets are required and include a bubbly toast and live music to ring in the new year. Buffet Dinner VIP packages are available.
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.
Ducks vs Lightning (Honda Center)
Danzig Sings Elvis (Anaheim HOB)
Finding EMO NYE party (Anaheim HOB)
NYE Fest with Van Halen, Black Sabbath Tributes & More (Garden Amp)
NYE Session At Stone Groove Stillhouse (Anaheim Packing District)
Brea New Year's Eve Events
Finesse Mitchell, Rob Haze (Brea Improv) - Dec 31
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 | 10PM - 2AM
1875 Newport Blvd B245, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Time Nightclub is scheduled to ring in 2027 with Showtek on New Year's Eve. The 21+ event runs from 10PM to 2AM, with nightclub production, dancing and VIP/table options available.
Cafe Sevilla NYE Tapas Bar
1870 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, CA 92627
December 31 | Open Until 2AM
Celebrate the New Year by reserving your Tapas Bar Table Package and enjoy a Flamenco Dinner Show Experience, live latin music and DJs, with specialty NYE food and cocktails, party favors, a NYE countdown and celebration, and midnight champagne toast.
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
Dana Point New Year's Eve Events
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach NYE Celebration
Fountain Valley New Year's Eve Events
Fountain Valley Skating Center
NYE Skating Celebration
December 31
Roll into the new year at Fountain Valley Skating Center! Two NYE skating sessions are available with games, prizes, hats, horns, and more fun in store.
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 31st until 1:30 AM
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 Pasea, Denim & Diamonds 2026 NYE with Redneck Rodeo and more!
NYE Huntington Beach Pub Crawl
Check In At Fred's: 300 Pacific Coast Hwy #201, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
December 31, 2026 | 8PM
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
The party starts at 8PM. Come out for the Annual NYE countdown with a legendary party at Hurricane's with music by DJ Impact.
New Year's Eve at The Bungalow - Huntington Beach
December 31
21058 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach
8PM - 2AM - Tickets Must Be Purchased In Advance
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
Kiss Goodbye 2026 NYE Party at Sandbar Huntington Beach
Irvine New Year's Eve Events
Hangar 24 Orange County NYE Party - 2026 details TBA
17877 Von Karman Ave., Irvine
December 31
Celebrate the New Year East Coast style at Hangar 24. VIP packages may be available for this event.
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
Steve Byrne (Irvine Improv)
Laguna Beach New Year's Eve Events
Hotel Laguna New Year's Eve Soiree
2026 details TBA
December 31 | 9 PM - 1 AM
425 South Coast Highway Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Join for hors D'oeuvres, specialty cocktails, live entertainment and a countdown to remember.
Montage - Laguna Beach
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Celebrations at The Lobby Lounge
30801 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
The Montage Resort offers a luxurious way to gather your closest friends or family members to celebrate the New Year. This years' events are reserved for registered guests.
- Lobby Lounge Countdown: 9PM - 1AM - Enjoy drinks, live entertainment and dancing
- Paintbox NYE Confetti Countdown for the Kids: 8PM - 12:30 AM
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.
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 – details TBA
1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach, CA 90802
Enjoy music, performances, casino games, and fireworks at midnight. General admission, VIP, and hotel packages available.
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
3300 Newport Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92663
Mayor's Table Pacific Pub & Kitchen: Enjoy a welcome glass of champagne and a four-course menu with a hand-selected wine pairing complete with live music. Seatings available from 5PM to 9PM.
Topside Roof Deck: Light up your New Year’s and Toast With Us at Topside, Newport Beach’s only rooftop bar.
A New York New Year's Eve at CampusJAX - Newport Beach
CampusJAX
3950 Campus Drive, Newport Beach
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
Celebrate the new year in true New York style with The Tony Guerrero Quintet featuring Lia Booth, Mark Visher, Dave Siebels, David Miller, and Matt Johnson. Cocktails will be served from 5:30pm-7:30pm followed by dinner and show 7:30pm-9:30pm. At 9:00pm there will be a New York Count Down Live with Times Square.
New Year's Eve Yacht Party
2431 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach
December 31, 2026 | 9PM
Endless Dreams Yacht: Celebrate this New Year’s Eve aboard the Endless Dreams Yacht featuring 3 Levels, scenic decks, lounges, gourmet food stations, multiple bars and a large dance floor.
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.
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
Roll into the New Year at Lucky Strike's NYE party. Book a NYE package anytime from 6PM to close and enjoy 2 hours of bowling, shoe rentals, chips and salsa, mac and cheese bites, unlimited soft drinks, a champagne toast, and party favors. Each lane booked requires a 4-guest minimum and there is an 8 guest max per lane.
Holiday Skate
175 N. Wayfield, Orange, Ca 92867
December 31
Kids skate in the morning, open skate in the afternoon and a New Year's Eve skate from 8 pm to 1 am.
16th Annual New Year's Eve Singles Party
Velvet Rose Event Center, 300 S Flower St., Orange
December 31, 2026 | 7:30PM - 12:30AM
This alcohol-free New Year's Eve celebration welcomes singles and couples and includes dinner, two dance rooms with DJs, karaoke, a photo booth and a midnight countdown and toast.
More NYE Events in Orange
NYE Dinner & After party at Citrus City Grille
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 | 7:30PM - 1AM
Reservations Required
Get tickets for this 21+ event at Orange County Mining Company for a NYE celebration. Includes buffet dinner, all night DJ, dancing, party favors, champagne toast, and more.
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 - 2026 details TBA
December 31, 2026 - details TBA
32120 San Juan Creek Rd., San Juan Capistrano
Ring in the New Year with live music, a champagne toast, souvenir photo, NYE Countdown, and more. Reserve your spot today! A Buffet dinner is also available from 6PM - 9PM.
More San Juan Capistrano NYE Events
Yachty By Nature (Coach House)
Sky Zone Santa Ana
Sky Zone Santa Ana
1411 Village Way, Santa Ana
December 31 | 8PM - 10PM
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...stepping into 1966
New Year's Eve at Yost Theater
307 N Spurgeon St., Santa Ana
December 31, 2026 | 9PM
Ring in 2027 with DJs, lasers, a balloon drop and a midnight countdown at the historic Yost Theater.
Tustin New Year's Eve Events
New Year's Eve at Stowaway Tiki Bar
Westminster New Year's Eve Events
Bleu Night Club - 2026 details TBA
14160 Beach Blvd., Westminster, CA 92683
December 31 | 10PM - 2AM
This 18 and over New Year's Eve party features laser lights throughout the night with music, dancing, and more!
Nearby Los Angeles New Year's Eve Events
- Countdown NYE (NOS Events Center, San Bernardino - 2026 details TBA)
- EVE (Universal Studios Hollywood)
- Grand Park NYE Countdown
- Marina del Rey New Year’s Eve Fireworks
- NYE with the Roots (Walt Disney Concert Hall)
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 (One fireworks show scheduled)
- Queen Mary/Belmont Memorial Pier - Long Beach
- Burton Chance Park Fireworks Show & family friendly GLOW Party - Marina Del Rey (fireworks at 9PM & Midnight)
- Universal Studios - Hollywood
