New Year's Eve in New York City

It may not be for everyone, but there’s no denying that New Year’s Eve in New York City has an atmosphere that few other cities can rival. Most famous, of course, is the annual gathering of a million people in Times Square to see famous musicians and the ball drop, in which a 12-foot-wide crystal ball weighing nearly 12,000 pounds descends atop One Times Square. For a slightly less chaotic experience, book a reservation at one of the bars or restaurants overlooking Times Square. And for something completely different, consider a nighttime boat ride on New York Harbor, which offers the best views of the midnight fireworks display on Liberty Island.

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New Year's Eve in Las Vegas

More than 300,000 revelers descend on this party capital for the big night, when the Las Vegas Strip becomes car-free and transforms into a giant street party with live bands, pyrotechnic displays, and laser shows. The city also hosts a mind-boggling number of concerts, shows, and parties in clubs, hotels, and casinos, meaning there’s no shortage of evening entertainment options. Come midnight, fireworks are launched from seven rooftops along the Strip, so chances are you’ll see them whether you’re on the street or in an over-the-top hotel suite.

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New Year's Eve in New Orleans

It may not be Mardi Gras, but New Year’s Eve in New Orleans is just as memorable. The main event is a thrilling 15-minute fireworks show on the Mississippi River, along with the Fleur de Lis drop, where “Baby New Year” is dropped from the roof of the Jax Brewery in Jackson Square. Of course the night doesn’t end there, as visitors and locals flock to Bourbon Street and the Latin Quarter, where music booms from bars and nightclubs, and the streets remain bustling until the wee hours.

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New Year's Eve in Chicago

Whether you're looking for a fireworks cruise, New Year's Eve parties in Chicago or just New Year's Eve dinner ideas, our list of fun things to do for New Year's Eve is sure to give you a great place to start. When it comes to New Year's celebrations, Navy Pier is the epicenter of all things spectacular. Enjoy all the entertainment, rides and attractions at this family friendly destination, and at midnight, watch a kaleidoscope of colorful fireworks, perfectly synchronized to inspiring music over Lake Michigan. Go big or go home! For the flashiest, most extravagent New Year's Eve parties in Chicago, head to the hotels.

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New Year's Eve in Los Angeles

If you're still looking for some place to party in Los Angeles for New Year's Eve, we've got you covered. There are dance parties where you can let your hair down, all-night concerts, block parties, carnaval and Great Gatsby-themed soirees, and even a bash on a boat. Not all NYE parties have to cost an arm and a leg. Actually, downtown L.A.'s Grand Park throws a pretty epic bash every year—and it's free. Over in downtown Long Beach, they're ringing in the new year with a block party and concert. This place goes for the clubbers, the partygoers, and for those who like to experience the pumping and thumping even before the clock strikes twelve. Yes, you can already see the wide array of lights moving along with the pulsating beats of the music in different party venues all over the metro. It even comes with themes that you can find quite strange and inviting at the same time.

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New Year's Eve in Miami

With its world-class nightlife scene, Miami is a no-brainer for New Year’s celebrations, and the city offers celebrations both free and VIP, and everything in between. (That’s not to mention the average temperature of 75 degrees.) The festivities in downtown’s Bayfront Park start at 8 pm and include dancing and fireworks at midnight; in South Beach, Lummus Park on Ocean Drive hosts a party from 9 pm to 2 am, which also includes live music and fireworks. For party people, Miami’s glitzy hotels host exclusive events with big-name acts, open bars, and private fireworks displays to boot.

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New Year's Eve in Toronto

Spectators can watch the fireworks explode over Toronto’s waterfront, one of the best New Year’s Eve celebrations in the world. The focus of the Toronto New Year's Eve 2016 celebrations is the central Nathan Phillips Square, a large plaza centrally located in front of Toronto's City, and usually the focal point for any big events in the city. If you’re up for some serious partying, this years 2016 New Years Eve Club Crawl party, that starts off by hitting 4 of the city’s hottest nightlife venues in the downtown area, is sure to please. Toronto’s legendary Madison Ave Pub, which is also internationally famous, is the place to be if you take partying seriously and expect the best when it comes to venues. Considered one of the world’s top party bars, the Madison Ave Pub boasts an impressive sports lounge, 6 British themed pubs (all under one roof), a total of 12 bars, 5 that are on patios, music, DJ’s and much more.

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New Year's Eve in Bahamas

New Year’s Day is just as exciting as New Year’s Eve in the Bahamas, where the locals follow Junkanoo street parades that conclude with informal beach gatherings and fireworks displays around the islands. Featuring music, street performers, and colorful costumes, these parades, a sort of Bahamian take on Mardi Gras, also take place on January 1. The notable New Year’s Day Junkanoos can be found in downtown Freeport on Grand Bahama Island, along Bay Street in downtown Nassau, in Nicholls Town on North Andros, in Plymouth on Green Turtle Cay, and in Alice Town in North Bimini. Alternatively, big properties such as the Atlantis and the Grand Lucayan offer their own parties, some of which are family-friendly.

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New Year's Eve in Rio de Janeiro

If Rio is best known for its Carnival festivities, its New Year’s Eve celebration comes in a close second. Iconic Copacabana Beach hosts the world’s largest (and arguably wildest) New Year’s Eve party, in which more than two million people cram onto the two-and-a-half-mile stretch of sand. Known as Réveillon, this uniquely Brazilian celebration that blends religious, traditional, and superstitious beliefs: Locals dress head to toe in white (believed to bring good luck) and toss handfuls of flowers into the ocean as gift to Yemanjá, goddess of the seas. The celebration also includes large oceanfront stages for live musical and dance performances, and a colorful fireworks display at midnight completes the scene.

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