Looking to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Anaheim and the greater OC area? Kick off 2025 with a variety of events, from exciting countdown parties and rooftop gatherings to family-friendly festivities. Here’s our guide to the best ways to say goodbye to 2024 and welcome in the new year across Anaheim and Orange County!

 

New Year's Eve at the Theme Parks

New Year’s Eve at Disneyland® Resort

Ring in the New Year at Disneyland® Resort with special holiday-themed events. Don’t miss the “Believe…In Holiday Magic Fireworks Spectacular,” where the night sky shines with festive colors and stirring music, creating a truly magical experience. As the show lights up Sleeping Beauty Castle’s snow-capped turrets, be prepared for a delightful “snowfall” on Main Street, U.S.A. and along the Rivers of America. Plus, expect lively dance parties, special midnight countdowns, and more! On New Year’s Eve, Disneyland® Park stays open until 2:00 a.m., while Disney California Adventure® Park welcomes guests until 1:00 a.m., offering extended hours to celebrate into the early hours of 2025!

 

 

Disneyland Resort Holidays Castle

 

Snoopy at Knott's Merry Farm's Ice Show

New Year’s Eve at Knott’s Merry Farm

Celebrate New Year’s Eve with the whole family at Knott’s Merry Farm, where the festivities are packed with fireworks, live entertainment, and more! Enjoy live performances throughout the day and join the park-wide celebration as midnight nears. Expect DJs, dancing, Peanuts character meet-and-greets, and end the evening with a dazzling midnight fireworks display! Stay tuned for more updates as NYE draws closer!

Celebrate New Year's Eve in Anaheim

New Year’s Countdown at the Anaheim GardenWalk

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Anaheim GardenWalk with their countdown celebration from 5:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. The evening is set to feature live music performances, a festive dance party, a variety of food and drinks, and unique street vendors. Plus, enjoy exciting prizes and giveaways throughout the night, culminating in an unforgettable party to ring in 2025. Stay tuned for more details!

 

GardenWalk Anaheim Shops

 

Live music at House of Blues Anaheim

 

House of Blues Anaheim

Join the House of Blues Anaheim as they will be bringing on the 2025 new year celebrations with 80's NYE with The Reflexx, Richard Blade and Tastee Nuggz. Enjoy dining reservations with Learn more on the House of Blues Anaheim website for pricing and details.

 

The RANCH Restaurant & Saloon

Get your cowboy boots ready and join The RANCH Restaurant & Saloon in Anaheim for an unforgettable night to ring in 2025 in style. With Cross Country line, dancing and a champagne toast, celebrate New Year’s 2025 with a bang! The RANCH is hosting a Dinner buffet and VIP options. Learn more on THE RANCH website.

 

THE RANCH Restaurant & Saloon

Anaheim's Top Rooftop Bars

 

JW Marriott Anaheim Resort Parkestry Rooftop View

Parkestry’s Midnights with MOET New Year Party

For an elevated New Year’s experience, head to Parkestry at the JW Marriott Anaheim Resort, Anaheim’s highest rooftop bar. Guests can watch the Disneyland fireworks from above, sip champagne, and indulge in a buffet dinner. Enjoy live DJ music and toast to 2025 with a complimentary bottle of champagne, all while taking in Anaheim’s cityscape.

 

The FIFTH Rooftop Bar

Celebrate at The FIFTH Rooftop Restaurant & Bar with a DJ, complimentary champagne toast, and stunning views of the Disneyland® Park fireworks. VIP packages are available for preferred seating with fire pit access.

The Fifth - Grand Legacy at the Park, Anaheim

RISE Rooftop at The Westin Anaheim Resort

The Westin Anaheim Resort

The Westin presents two exclusive New Year's Eve experiences! Enjoy the NYE RISE Rooftop Lounge with a buffet, cocktails, live DJ, and Disneyland® Park fireworks view. Alternatively, savor on at the Tangerine Room with wine pairings and live entertainment.

 

 

Top of The V

Experience Top of The V's exceptional rooftop dining and bar while catching the Disneyland® Resort fireworks! The rooftop bar is located inside of The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. 

Top of the V

New Year's Eve Celebrations in OC

 

Winter Fest OC Photos snow

Winter Fest OC New Year’s Eve Celebration

Costa Mesa’s annual Winter Fest at the OC Fair & Event Center is pulling out all the stops for New Year’s Eve with a countdown and midnight fireworks! Join the festivities with snow play, ice tubing, bumper cars, carnival rides, and games. Families can explore the North Pole Journey, glide down the Ice Trail, and enjoy the Snow Play area, perfect for building snowmen and sledding.

 

Medieval Times

Have a knightly New Year's Eve at Medieval Times in Buena Park! This show offers a unique, family-friendly experience. Guests are transported to the Middle Ages inside a grand castle setting, where they enjoy a four-course feast while cheering on knights competing in live jousting, sword fighting, and horseback tournaments. The show combines action, drama, and falconry, creating an immersive blend of history and entertainment.

 

 

Medieval Times Buena Park

Time Nightclub Costa Mesa, Ca

 

Time Nightclub – Costa Mesa

Time Nightclub is Orange County’s premier nightlife experience. Ring in the New Year 2025 with Valentino Khan as headliner. Purchase tickets on their official website.

 

Fullerton’s First Night New Year’s Eve Celebration

Head to Downtown Fullerton’s First Night, a family-friendly New Year’s Eve event offering live music, gourmet food trucks, and activities for all ages. The evening will feature face painting, balloon artists, stilt walkers, and more, leading up to a countdown and fireworks display at midnight. 

 

Downtown Fullerton Bars and Businesses

 

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Surf City Splash in Huntington Beach

Kick off the new year with a splash at Huntington Beach’s Surf City Splash, a New Year’s Day tradition benefiting the International Surfing Museum! Begin 2025 with fresh breakfast burritos, join the costume contest, and, of course, take a dip in the ocean! Stick around for exciting raffle prizes and a family-friendly beachside celebration at the Huntington Beach Pier.

Pretend City Children’s Museum

Join the Noon Year’s Eve party in Irvine with confetti countdowns in sync with different time zones, activities, and festive fun for kids. No RSVP required!

 

Calendar Events in Anaheim Events Calendar

These events promise an unforgettable New Year’s Eve (and day) across Anaheim and Orange County. Ready to plan your night? Stay tuned to our events calendar for even more ways to celebrate this holiday season! Here's to making the first moments of 2025 unforgettable!

 

 

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