Where to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in the Bay Area

Enjoy the fireworks show this New Year's Eve in San Francisco. Photo courtesy of San Francisco Travel. 

Looking for the perfect place to ring in 2025? We’ve got you covered. Whether you prefer a beautiful fireworks show, a festive dance party or a family-friendly celebration, the Bay Area has BARTable events to suit every style. Just don’t forget your Clipper card. Happy New Year! We hope 2025 is your best year yet.

BART will run extended service on New Year's Eve from 5 a.m. to 1 a.m. The full schedule is here.

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Spend Dec. 31 with fireworks over the bay. Photo courtesy of San Francisco Travel. 

Fireworks on the San Francisco waterfront | Embarcadero

San Francisco's New Year's Eve fireworks show is a spectacular way to say hello to 2025. The best seats are along the Embarcadero waterfront between the Ferry Building and the Bay Bridge. The show starts at the stroke of midnight on Dec. 31 and lasts about 15-20 minutes. Don’t miss this iconic celebration and one of the best fireworks displays in the Bay Area. Take BART to Embarcadero to catch the show 0.3 miles away at the waterfront.
 

Ring in 2025 at the New Year's Eve International Ball at the W Hotel. Photo courtesy of Aylut Events. 

New Year's Eve International Ball at the W Hotel | Montgomery St

The W Hotel's New Year's Eve party in San Francisco is one of the city's premier celebrations. Expect five separate rooms featuring a whopping 10 DJs. Enjoy an open bar, multiple balloon drops at midnight, live dancers and drummers, a special photo booth and, of course, NYE party favors. It’s sure to be a fun night filled with energy, glamour and the chance to celebrate in one of San Francisco's most iconic venues. Take BART to Montgomery St to celebrate the new year in this gorgeous spot 0.3 miles away at 181 3rd St.
 

Whether you prefer dinner or late night entertainment, Movida is an excellent choice this New Year's Eve. Photo courtesy of Movida.

New Year’s Eve at Movida | Montgomery St

Experience the ultimate 2025 New Year's Eve celebration at Movida. Here, you can reserve an elegant 5-course dinner or opt for an upscale 9:30 p.m. NYE celebration, which includes Dom Pérignon bubbles, Patrón shots, truffles, caviar and dazzling entertainment. You can't go wrong with either option. Movida is 0.7 miles from Montgomery St at 555 2nd St.
 

Celebrate Kwanzaa and Noon Year’s Eve at Thrive City. Photo courtesy of Chase Center. 

Kwanzaa Celebration and Noon Year’s Eve Celebration at Thrive City | Powell St

Celebrate Kwanzaa and ring in the New Year early at Thrive City. This event is perfect for those with little ones, as families can count down the new year with fun and culture at noon instead of midnight. All ages can enjoy the musical sounds of Soji Afrobeats and cultural performances. Kids will love the arts and crafts stations. Take BART to Powell St to start New Year’s Eve celebrations early, and walk or hop on the Muni T to the Chase Center. 
 

An Abba-themed night at The Great Northern is "The Name of the Game" this New Year's Eve. Photo courtesy of HBSF Events.

ABBA Glitter Disco at The Great Northern | 16th St Mission 

Love Abba? Then this is the perfect New Year’s Eve celebration for you! Don plenty of sequins and glitter and dance 2024 away with ABBA hits like “Dancing Queen” and “Waterloo.” The Swedish pop band’s timeless music will keep the dance floor packed all night long. The Abba party is only 0.8 miles from 16th St Mission at 119 Utah St.

Line dance and more at the Bourbon Highway Country Bar & Kitchen. Photo courtesy of bourbonhighway.com.

NYE at Bourbon Highway Country Bar & Kitchen | Walnut Creek

Ring in the new year with line dancing, karaoke and a delicious buffet of country-style classics. The party begins at 8 p.m. and is spread across two levels at this cool, downtown location. Sip champagne at midnight and get loud with party favors! This place is total Nashville vibes and the perfect spot to kick off the new year in style! Celebrate 0.5 miles from Walnut Creek at 1677 North Main St. 
 

Savor the views at this Rooftop NYE Party in Walnut Creek. Photo courtesy of Rooftop Restaurant and Bar.

Walnut Creek’s Rooftop NYE Party | Walnut Creek 

New Year’s on a rooftop is an exciting way to mark the beginning of a new year. Enjoy stunning views, live DJ sets and a high-energy atmosphere as you toast to 2025. This rooftop celebration will have drinks, dancing, and a midnight champagne toast. Cheers to the new year! The East Bay’s Rooftop Restaurant & Bar is open rain or shine and only 0.8 miles from Walnut Creek Station at 1500 Mt Diablo Blvd.

Dance, sip champagne and enjoy empanadas at this fun New Year's Eve after party. Photo courtesy of Sobre Mesa.  

Mambo Nights New Year’s Eve After Party at Sobre Mesa | 12 St/Oakland City Center

Mambo Nights New Year’s Eve After party is the perfect place to start 2025. This festive Latin party features an open bar, signature cocktails and an all-you-can-eat empanada bar from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. The DJ will be spinning mambo, cumbia, Cuban salsa, merengue and bachata until the early morning. Make Dec. 31 a night to remember 0.2 miles from 12th St/Oakland City Center at 1618 Franklin St.
 

The perfect party for Prince fans! Photo courtesy of AllEvents.  

New Year’s Eve Purple Rain Dance Party | Warm Springs/South Fremont

If you’re a Prince fan, you’ll love this Purple Rain Dance Party! Lucky attendees get the gift of entertainment from musician Sam Marshall. This New Year’s Eve celebration is the perfect way to honor a legendary artist, groove to your favorite tunes and enjoy an unforgettable night of music. Dine and dance 0.6 miles away from Warm Springs/South Fremont at 45915 Warm Springs Blvd. 
 

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