New Year’s Eve in Austin: Parties, Meals and Concerts To Kick off 2026
Relish in a multi-course meal, dance all night or enjoy live music at one of these epic events
It’s almost time to bid adieu to 2025! With the start of 2026 just around the corner, we’ve compiled a list of the best and brightest celebrations happening around town. Whether you’re looking for an intimate dinner or a disco dance party, discover your New Year’s Eve plans from the options below.
Live Music & Parties:
Austin’s New Year at Auditorium Shores
Lawn opens at 7 p.m.
The City of Austin’s annual celebration will return to Auditorium Shores at 7 p.m. with a free night of live music from The Head and The Heart, Chaparelle, Tameca Jones and The Point., followed by a drone show and spectacular midnight fireworks show to ring in 2026. Enjoy plenty of food trucks and a beer garden, too. Click here for the helpful information regarding transportation, parking and road closures.
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Bob Schneider’s Great Big Spectacular NYE Party
9 p.m.
Local icon Bob Schneider will perform at the beloved Paramount Theatre this New Year’s Eve. Schneider, a singer-songwriter who has released over 12 albums in his illustrious career, has hosted this annual tradition at the glittering venue for many years. Get your tickets, selling for $47.23-$127.50, here!
Clay Walker at ACL Live at the Moody Theater
9 p.m.
Ring in the New Year with a performance by country music artist Clay Walker at ACL Live. With 11 No. 1 singles and multiple platinum albums, Walker remains a staple of the genre, known for hits including “If I Could Make a Living” and “She Won’t Be Lonely Long.” Festivities include a midnight countdown, balloon drop and champagne toast. Tickets range from $50 to $250 and are available here.
The Thinkery: New Year’s Eve Celebration
9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m.
This one’s for the kids! The Thinkery is always a family favorite, and this limited-capacity affair will include balloon drops, bubble wrap stomps, crafting and music. There’s no need to stay up until midnight as the event will be held at two kid-friendly times, 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tickets are available for $35 here.
2000s Hotel Vegas New Year’s Eve
7 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Experience a blast from the past this New Year’s Eve at Hotel Vegas, where nearly 20 local bands perform hits from 2000s-era artists such as Daft Punk, The Flaming Lips, The White Stripes and MGMT. Tickets are under $50, making it a budget-friendly way to celebrate while reliving the golden age of the early aughts. 21+ only.
La Nuit Velour (Velvet Nights) at Powder Room
10 p.m. to late
Welcome the New Year with a black-tie celebration at the downtown speakeasy Powder Room. The evening features curated sounds by Captn 20, live saxophone and electric violin performances, an acrobatic act by a Cirque du Soleil artist, tray-passed hors d’oeuvres, a welcome cocktail and a midnight champagne toast. Tickets are $150 for standing-room entry, with VIP tables available starting at $2,000.
New Year’s Eve at Devil May Care
9 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Downtown hotspot Devil May Care is celebrating the holiday with a night of passed bites, cocktails, entertainment and a champagne toast. The event will be held from 9 to 10:30 p.m. before late-night table service begins at 10:30 p.m. Full details and tickets are sold here starting at $90.
New Year’s Eve at Hotel San José
8 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Hotel San José welcomes all to “Mi Casa Es Su Casa,” a free New Year’s Eve party hosted in collaboration with Cool For A Living. Held in the Courtyard Lounge from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Dec. 31, the celebration channels nostalgic house party energy while looking ahead to 2026. The evening features music by Free, the Los Angeles–based DJ and founder of The Record Club.
Prélude NYE Casino
9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Ring in the New Year at Prélude’s Cosmic Countdown, where the mansion transforms into a glittering, galaxy-inspired party. Starting at 9 p.m., expect silver sparkle, immersive lighting and DJ Kit Ketterman spinning upbeat house music all night. Arrive early for the Chrome Horse Tequila Mexican Martini luge with $10 pours from 9 to 10 p.m., then dance into 2026 with champagne, late-night bites and cocktail bottle service available for purchase. Tickets start at $50. Dress code is galactic glam.
Fairmont Austin’s New Year’s Eve Party
9 p.m.
Join Fairmont Austin on the 7th floor and immerse yourself in the finest views of the Austin skyline. Enjoy delectable light bites, live music, and a midnight Champagne toast! Tickets are $125. To learn more information and get tickets here.
Electric NYE at Electric Shuffle
9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Electric Shuffle is bringing the disco energy to New Year’s Eve with a lively celebration at its downtown Austin shuffleboard bar. The night features a live DJ, a four-hour open bar, hors d’oeuvres, pizza paddles for late-night cravings and a midnight toast. Early bird tickets start at $125, with general admission priced at $150.
Speakeasy’s New Year’s Eve Bash with The Spazmatics
8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
A longtime New Year’s Eve destination since 1997, the downtown venue Speakeasy will once again host its annual celebration with high-energy live music, DJ sets, reserved seating and VIP options. The night includes a midnight countdown, a complimentary champagne toast and party favors such as festive hats, noisemakers and balloon drops. General admission (starting at $45), seated reservations and VIP tickets are available in advance.
New Year’s Eve Disco Renaissance at W Austin
9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
W Austin’s Disco Renaissance brings Studio 54–inspired energy to downtown Austin on New Year’s Eve. Hosted in the hotel’s living room, guests can expect DJ sets from DJ Q and Hot Donna, an elevated espresso martini bar and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Premium seating packages offer reserved views of the dance floor with added perks, while general admission tickets start at $48. Serenade diners receive general admission access, and the Blue Room speakeasy will be open by reservation only.
Decades on Deck at Equipment Room
10 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Equipment Room’s “Decades on Deck” offers a laid-back New Year’s Eve listening party built around music from the past 60 years. The night moves from 1960s soul through each decade, landing on today’s hits at midnight. Tickets ($200) include a welcome cocktail, light bites inspired by each era, pours from the bar’s winter menu, a champagne toast and a custom cassette mixtape to take home.
Saints and Sinners New Year’s Eve Party at Eberly
9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Eberly’s NYE party blends costume, music and indulgence across multiple rooms from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Guests are encouraged to dress to their chosen persona while enjoying complimentary bites and desserts, themed cocktails and a midnight toast. The night features live music by The Hot Rockers in Cedar Tavern, DJ sets from Gatsby on the rooftop and DJ HEXXX GF in the Cannon Room, plus tarot readings and burlesque performances by Marie Risqué. Tickets are available here and start at $90.
Punch Bowl Social Austin NYE Bash
9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Join Punch Bowl Social Austin for a New Year’s Eve party where they’re embracing a cosmic theme. Enjoy a night features a complimentary cocktail and unlimited arcade games, music by Noise Complaint, a midnight champagne toast and more. Tickets are $30 for this 21+ event.
The Belmont’s New Year’s Eve Party
8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
The Belmont is bringing the party this New Year’s Eve with three unique spaces to celebrate: a chic indoor lounge, a heated outdoor courtyard with a dance floor and stage, and an exclusive VIP rooftop deck. The festivities kick off with a live house DJ, followed by Quiet Events’ Silent Disco from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., featuring three DJs spinning different genres through LED wireless headsets. Enjoy a midnight champagne toast under two dazzling balloon drops and capture memories at the photo booth. VIP tickets include rooftop access, light hors d’oeuvres and complimentary drinks. Tickets start at $50 and goes up to $175 for VIP packages.
A Proper Finale at The Quill Room
9 p.m. to late
The Quill Room at the downtown hotel, Austin Proper, is hosting a chic New Year’s Eve celebration with a welcome drink, passed canapés and a sparkling toast at midnight. DJ Madison LST sets the tone in the lounge throughout the night. Tickets range from $155 to $1,600, with general admission and reserved table options for groups of four to eight, including sparkling wine and towers of canapés.
New Year’s Eve at P6
8 p.m. to 1 a.m.
The LINE Austin is hosting a honky tonk New Year’s Eve party at its rooftop bar and lounge, P6. From 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., guests can enjoy light bites, a DJ set, specialty cocktails and a midnight champagne toast. Tickets, priced at $150 per person, also include two complimentary cocktails and provide access to stunning rooftop views of the fireworks at midnight.
The Roosevelt Room’s Roaring 20s NYE Party
7 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Celebrate the arrival of 2026 in style at The Roosevelt Room’s annual Roaring 20s New Year’s Eve Party. This elegant seated event features a curated menu of 12 Prohibition-era cocktails, live Electro-swing music by DJ Beatsmode, and a midnight ball drop projected above the bar. Guests are encouraged to dress in semi-formal to formal attire with vintage-inspired touches. Tickets start at $120 and go up to $2,000 for VIP packages.
Food Happenings:
Canje
Reservations available
Canje will offer a six-course meal for New Year’s Eve for $125 per person, which will highlight the flavors of Cuba, Haiti and Puerto Rico. Reservations are available here.
L’Oca d’Oro
Reservations available
L’Oca d’Oro, an Italian-inspired neighborhood restaurant in Mueller, will host a special dinner on Dec. 31. Make reservations here for the meal, which is $75 per person.
Café No Sé
Reservations available
Welcome the New Year in style at Café No Sé with a delectable five-course chef-curated menu, champagne and an espresso martini. Tickets ($125/person) include access to the South Congress Hotel’s New Year’s Eve party, complete with live music and a sparkling midnight champagne toast! Get reservations here.
Le Calamar
Reservations available
Le Calamar is hosting its first New Year’s Eve with a four-course tasting menu that nods to the classic American steakhouse, finished with the restaurant’s signature French touch. The evening includes prime rib carved tableside, celebratory champagne and mini martinis. The experience is priced at $195 per person. Make reservations here.
Uchi
Reservations available
Enjoy an intimate evening at Uchi with the option to upgrade to a special ten-course New Year’s Eve Omakase dinner for two. Reservations for 9 p.m. or later will receive a complimentary champagne toast at midnight! Make reservations here.
BOA Steakhouse
Reservations available
BOA Steakhouse will bid farewell to 2025 with a stylish celebration featuring a DJ, party favors and two prix fixe seatings: 5–7 p.m. ($135) and 7 p.m. to close ($185, includes a midnight champagne toast). Guests can enjoy a curated menu with options like Caesar Salad, Diver Scallops, and Grilled Prime Filet. Desserts include a Lemon Tart with passion fruit sorbet. Additional sides are also available. Make reservations here.
Ezov
Reservations available
Ezov’s New Year’s Eve celebration centers on the celebrated street foods of Turkey, with a lineup of flavor-packed bites, dips and spreads with Frena bread, manti and savory skewers. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten allergies can be accommodated, and an optional wine flight for $50 will be available. The evening wraps up with a celebratory toast on the patio. Make a reservation here.
Perry’s Steakhouse
Reservations available
Perry’s Steakhouse is ringing in the New Year with an indulgent dining experience at their Domain NORTHSIDE or downtown Austin location. Guests can choose the three-course standard menu, priced at $99 per person for reservations at 5:30 p.m. or earlier and $109 per person from 5:45 p.m. onward, with a $99 to-go option. The menu includes soups or salads, entrées such as the 8-ounce Filet Perry, Cedar Plank-Fired Redfish and Chicken Oscar, followed by desserts including Pumpkin Cheesecake, the Dessert Trio or Chocolate Crunch Tower. Reservations are available online.
La Piscina
Reservations available
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at La Piscina with margaritas, mezcal and Tex-Mex cuisine. Guests can enjoy the classic menu as well as NYE specials like smoked ham hock, ribeye with chile nogada and Mexican chocolate cake with cinnamon whipped cream. Make reservations online here.
Juniper
Reservations available
Join Juniper for a special six-course prix fixe menu, featuring a diverse array of exquisite dishes priced at $160 per person. Enhance your experience with an optional wine pairing for an additional $75. Secure your spot for New Year’s Eve celebrations through OpenTable, and kindly note that all parties will have a two-hour dining limit on this special evening.
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