Where:
Boston
Surrounding areas
Boston, MA
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$Varies
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Date Idea, Drinks, Food, Nightlife, Outside
Whether you’re looking to ring in the new year by shaking it out on the dance floor, sharing a romantic midnight kiss with your partner, or just looking fabulous in a sequined outfit, we’ve got a party for you. Plan the best possible start to your 2024 at these New Year’s Eve parties around Boston.
by Celina Colby
CELEBRATIONS:
When: 12/31, 11am
Where: Throughout Boston
Info: It’s hard to go wrong with First Night, Boston’s free city-wide New Year’s celebration. Throughout the afternoon and evening you can listen to live music, watch an energetic ice skating performance, see a festive parade march through the city streets, and take in a spectacular fireworks show over the Boston Common.
2) New Year’s Eve Ice Sculpture Stroll
When: 12/31, 1pm
Where: Boston Harborwalk
Info: Stroll along the Boston harborwalk, stretching from Revere Beach to the Boston Seaport, and scout more than 30 ice sculptures carved by talented artists. Along the way, you’ll see other sites like the lit-up trellis at Christopher Columbus Park and the SNOWPORT winter village in Seaport.
3) New Year's Eve on the Waterfront Midnight Fireworks
When: 1/1, 12am
Where: Boston Harbor
Info: Count down to 2024 and then watch a stirring fireworks show over the Boston Harbor. This nearly 40-year tradition is a spellbinding way to welcome a new year and a fresh start.
PARTIES:
4) Wonka's New Year's Eve Party
When: 12/31, 8pm
Where: Downtown
Cost: $125
Info: High Street Place will transform into Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory for the evening, complete with a candy buffet, drink and food tickets, a New Year's Resolutions Lip Bar and photo booth, and live entertainment.
When: 12/31, 9pm
Where: South Boston
Cost: $49-59
Info: The music may be from 2023, but the cocktails, attire, and decor will all be from the 1920s at this prohibition New Year’s Eve party. Enjoy a reception with hot appetizers and charcuterie boards and then break it down on the dance floor.
6) Drink's 2023 NYE Celebration
When: 12/31, 10pm
Where: Seaport
Cost: $50
Info: Craft cocktail lovers can greet the new year with a wide selection of artisanal beverages at the Drink NYE party. The first cocktail is on them, then you can order from a unique list curated by their mixology team. We don’t blame you if after a few rounds you start showcasing those dance moves!
7) Guys & Dolls: NYE Renaissance 2024
When: 12/31, 9pm
Where: Seaport
Cost: $125-$200
Info: Dance the last night of 2023 away at this New Year’s party hosted by Grace by Nia and featuring live music, prohibition-era cocktails, and a festive 1920s dress code. At midnight say hello to the new year with a countdown and champagne toast.
8) Miss Lamplighter's New Year's Eve Drag Extravaganza
When: 12/31, 8pm
Where: Cambridge
Cost: $45
Info: Welcome the new year with a group of Boston’s most fabulous queens. Watch these divas slay on the stage, dance it out in between performances, and experience a sultry, unique countdown to midnight.
9) Yappy Hour New Year Ball Drop
When: 12/31, 7pm
Where: Everett
Cost: Free entry
Info: The whole family can celebrate the new year together at this Park-9 party, including your furry best friend. While your dog socializes in the pet-designed space you can toast early at 7pm or officially at midnight with other dog owners. [Photo by @yuppie_puppy_from_boston]
10) Aeronaut New Year’s Eve Prom
When: 12/31, 7:30pm
Where: Somerville
Cost: $25
Info: Work up the courage to ask a hot date or wrangle a group of friends and head to this New Year’s Eve Prom at Aeronaut. Get dolled up, snap a classic prom pic, and then dance the night away.
When: 12/31, 8pm
Where: Seaport
Cost: $75
Info: Here in Boston we don’t just reserve disco for Donna Summer’s birthday. Break out the sequins and spend New Year’s Eve at King’s bowling, snacking, and staying alive.
12) New Years Party at Sam Adams Taproom
When: 12/31, 8:30pm
Where: Downtown
Cost: 15
Info: DJ Jungle Punk will be cranking out beats all night at the Sam Adams Taproom New Year’s Party. Guests can try the new Sam Adams NYE brew, break out their best dance moves, and capture the night in a photobooth.
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Photo by @oschapov