As the countdown to midnight begins, New Year’s Eve is the perfect chance to celebrate the year behind us and welcome what’s to come. Whether you’re looking for a night out, a family-friendly celebration or a place to enjoy your last meal of 2025, our 2026 New Year’s Eve Guide is here to help you start the new year on a high note.

NYE PARTIES & EVENTS

MOSHULU NYE BOAT BASH

December 31, 8 pm – 2 am
401 S. Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

Ring in the new year at Moshulu’s NYE Boat Bash, with four dance floors, DJs, jazz and acoustic, open bar and fireworks at midnight. VIP tickets get early access with reserved seating, a holiday buffet and hors d’oeuvres until 10 pm, cash bar with early entrance starting at 8 pm. Regular admission starts at 9 pm, featuring open bars and first-come seating on all heated decks.

NYE AT CRYSTAL TEA ROOM

December 31, 8 pm – 2 am
100 E. Penn Square, #9B, Philadelphia, PA

New Year’s Eve at the Crystal Tea Room will one of the hottest events in Philadelphia. This year, over 1,500 guests will again “dress up, get down and ring in the New Year right” in multiple party rooms & areas with live performances by Split Decision & DJ Smooth along with other top Philly-area DJs complete with a laser & light show getting you to party the night away

NYE FIREWORKS | CHERRY STREET PIER

December 31, 10 pm – 1 am
121 N Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

Ring in the new year on the Pier at an adults-only bash. Must be 21+ to attend. Enjoy an evening of live music, activities, and front-row views of the Visit PA New Year’s Eve Fireworks on the Waterfront.

FAMILY-FRIENDLY NYE ACTIVITIES

FAMILY NYE CRUISE

December 31, 4-7 pm
101 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

Ring in the New Year with the Ultimate Family Cruise Experience! Get ready for an evening filled with excitement, delectable dining, and dazzling fireworks over the serene Delaware River.

NYE KID’S COUNTDOWN WITH POPUPPLAY

December 31, 5-7 pm
121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

Ring in 2025 at PopUpPlay’s Super Hero Spectacular: A New Year’s Family Party featuring the Visit PA New Year’s Eve Fireworks on the Waterfront: rain or shine.

NOON YEAR’S EVE | SMITH MEMORIAL PLAYGROUND

December 31,10 am – 12 pm
3500 Reservoir Drive, East Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA

Kick off the Noon Year with a midday celebration at Smith Memorial Playground on Wed, December 31, from 10 AM to 12 PM. This FREE event promises engaging games, creative activities, tasty snacks, and giveaways. Move to the rhythm of DJ Darryl’s kid-friendly tunes and enjoy countdown to NOON with an exciting Noon drop surprise!

KID’S NYE COUNTDOWN | FRANKLIN SQUARE

December 31, 5-8 pm
200 N. 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA

Ring in the New Year with a family-friendly celebration at Winter in Franklin Square. Enjoy crafts and family-friendly festivities leading up to the annual Square Drop at 6pm. You can even see the New Year’s Eve Fireworks on the Waterfront from the Square! Franklin Square will close on New Year’s Eve at 8pm.

KIDS COUNTDOWN | PLEASE TOUCH MUSEUM

December 31, 9-11:30 am & 1-3:30 pm
4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Please Touch Museum’s signature New Year’s Eve event for kids is back. There will be performances, activities and their iconic New Year’s Eve ball drop with confetti in Hamilton Hall. Families can enjoy music, dancing, and hands-on fun as they count down to a special ball drop with confetti.  New this year, members can enhance their visit with an optional VIP ticket, including priority entry, a fun photo op, special swag, and an exclusive craft experience.

NOON YEARS EVE | PHILLY SKATEPLEX

December 31, 12-3 pm
11586 Roosevelt Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA

Skate, celebrate, and countdown with fun characters on Wednesday, Dec 31 | 12–3 PM! $12 admission includes admission & noisemaker. Don’t miss the 2 PM countdown – fun for your little ones and a perfect way to ring in 2026 early!

NEW YEAR’S DINING

MOSHULU NYE DINNER

December 31, 3-6 pm
401 S. Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

Say farewell to 2025 with a special four-course pre-fixe dinner from 3-6 pm, with a firework show at 6 pm on the water.

NYE AT AQUIMERO

December 31, 6 pm – 12 am
10 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA

Ring in 2026 with elegance and excitement at Aqimero’s New Year’s Eve celebration! Enjoy a decadent four-course dinner paired with fine wines, then transition into the ultimate countdown party featuring an open bar, live music, a sparkling champagne toast, and a midnight balloon drop in the heart of Center City.

NYE AT PANORAMA

December 31, 3 pm
14 N Front St, Philadelphia, PA

Celebrate new years at Panorama starting at 3 pm. The bar opens at 3 pm and the first seating is between 5-6 pm. The second seating is between 8:30-9:30 pm, both seatings offering a 3-course meu. Plus, there will be a toast at midnight, party favors, access to the after party from 11 pm – 2 am with dancing and more.

NYE AT JEAN-GEORGES PHILADELPHIA

December 31
1 N 19th St, Philadelphia, PA

Ring in 2026 with a glamorous escape at Jean-Georges Philadelphia and SkyHigh, where Old Havana meets the timeless elegance of Palm Beach. Enjoy a four-course tasting menu inspired by vibrant Latin flavors, festive cocktails, and live Cuban jazz high above the city skyline. As midnight approaches, toast to 2026 with champagne, music, and dancing amid an atmosphere of coastal sophistication and golden celebration.

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