New Years Eve

New Years Eve

Join us in ringing in the New Year with friends old and new at these events happening on New Year's Eve!

Past Events

Yacht Rock: New Year's Eve Party at Portola Hotel & Spa 2026

 
12/31/25
 
$220-250
 
Portola Hotel & Spa

Portola Hotel & Spa presents Yacht Rock: A New Year's Eve Party. Tickets available here .

Step aboard for an unforgettable evening as the De Anza Ballroom transforms into a nautical-chic escape filled with casual sophistication, smooth Yacht Rock vibes, and nonstop celebration.

New Year's Eve Dinner at Cella 2025

 
12/31/25
 
 
Cella Restaurant and Bar

Celebrate New Year's Eve at Cella Restaurant and Bar with four exquisite courses by Chef Cal Stamenov and Chef Ben Spungin in the historic charm of the Cooper-Molera Adobe.

Menu

You are invited to enjoy a thoughtfully curated menu...

First Night Monterey 2026

 
12/31/25
 
 
Old Monterey District

A community celebration of the arts, First Night Monterey is an affordable, alcohol-free family celebration held on New Year’s Eve, 3pm-midnight, in the heart of Downtown Old Monterey. Join us as we dance, play, act, perform, create and sing our way into 2026! Featuring multiple performance venues. Purchase your admission button here.

Update 12/30: Even with some showers in the forecast, First Night Monterey 2026 is very much on and full of ways to celebrate. Your First Night button gets you into the premier indoor venues all evening - music, dance, and hands-on art - so there’s plenty to enjoy while staying warm and dry. (85% of performances are indoors!)

New Year's Eve Party at Sovino Wine Bar 2025

 
12/31/25
 
 
Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant

Celebrate the end of the year in style at Sovino Wine Bar! We’ll be here, 2pm-10pm, with flights of bubbles and early New Year's Eve fun. We'll watch the ball drop at 9pm PST (midnight in New York). Our 10pm...

Noon Year's Eve Party at MY Museum 2025

 
12/31/25
 
$15/$25
 
MY Museum (Monterey County Youth Museum)

Ring in the New Year at a kid-friendly hour this year! Join MY Museum 10am-12pm for an unforgettable celebration complete with noisemakers, face painting, and party hats. Watch the Noon Year’s Ball light up as we countdown together. Reservations are required.

Celebrate New Year's Eve at Compact Disco 2025

 
12/31/24
 
$100/$200
 
Compact Disco

What better way to celebrate the New Year than sipping champagne with loved ones inside Compact Disco's mirror ball drenched tropical wonderland? Early bird tickets $100. $200 at the door.

Dance into 2025 with music provided by internationally renowned Producer and DJ Kenny Summit; enjoy a tasteful selection of Disco and House Music classics, a champagne toast at midnight, and a 1 hour open bar (9-10pm) in a lavish setting in the heart of Downtown Old Monterey.

Mardi Gras New Year's Eve Celebration at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
12/31/24
 
no cover
 
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

Celebrate a Mardi Gras New Year's Eve in New Orleans at Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse beginning at 7pm. No cover charge, but gratuities encouraged.

We'll have live music by Alligator and serve the great food of New Orleans. Party favors and a midnight toast provided. Reservations recommended - call 831-375-6958.

Celebrate New Year's Eve at Cella 2024

 
12/31/24
 
$175
 
Cella Restaurant and Bar

Ring in the New Year at Cella with a luxurious four-course dinner by Chefs Cal Stamenov and Ben Spungin in our charming California Adobe. Enhance your experience with curated wine pairings by Bernabe De Luna and our 2024 Greatest Hits cocktail/mocktail menu from Joshua Perry and Felicia Gonzalez-Acosta.

First Night Monterey 2025

 
12/31/24
 
 
Old Monterey District

A community celebration of the arts, First Night Monterey is an affordable, alcohol-free family celebration held on New Year’s Eve, 3pm-midnight, in the heart of Downtown Old Monterey. Join us as we dance, play, act, perform, create and sing our way into 2025! Featuring multiple performance venues. Purchase your admission button here.

Noon Year's Eve Party at MY Museum 2024

 
12/31/24
 
$10/$20
 
MY Museum (Monterey County Youth Museum)

Ring in the New Year at a kid-friendly hour this year! Join MY Museum 10am-12pm for an unforgettable celebration complete with noisemakers, face painting, and party hats. Watch the Noon Year’s Ball light up as we countdown together. Reservations are required.

Namaste India Bistro Open New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

 
12/31/23
 
 
Namaste India Bistro

Namaste India Bistro will be open on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, offering our all-you-can-eat lunch buffet, 11:30am-2:30pm, and dinner service, 5pm-9pm, featuring a special holiday dinner menu to tantalize your taste buds.

Our holiday lunch buffet...

New Years at the Disco 2024

 
12/31/23
 
$100/$140
 
Compact Disco

Celebrate New Year's Eve at Compact Disco, 8pm-2am. Enjoy a two-hour open bar, 8pm-10pm, complimentary food all night, a champagne toast at midnight, and a countdown to the New Year on a giant projection screen. DJs Kenny Summit, "The Juice," and Edison Tesla will provide the soundtrack. Tickets available here.

New Year's Eve Party at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
12/31/23
 
no cover charge
 
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

Celebrate New Year's Eve at Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse! Beginning at 7pm we'll have live music performed by Alligator, the legendary Blues, Zydeco, and Cajun guitar and fiddle player. Enjoy a toast with us at midnight.

No cover charge. Reservations recommended, 831-375-6958.

New Year's Eve Feminine Magic at Pearl Hour

 
12/31/23
 
$44
 
Pearl Hour

Experience a night of feminine magic at Pearl Hour on New Year's Eve, 7pm-2am. Tickets are $44 - purchase yours here . Ages 21+ only.

Tonight, DJ Gwynneth will provide disco dance music, Nina Kahn of Valley Girl Mystic will offer tarot readings, and Nina Out West from 831 INK will have a private tattoo station. Enjoy a champagne toast and pizza at midnight.

Celebrating Kwanzaa and Community at the Stanton Center

 
12/31/23
 
$25/$30
 
Monterey History and Art at Stanton Center

Celebrate the sixth day of Kwanzaa, 6:30pm-8:30pm, at Stanton Center! Glodean Champion, in partnership with Black Leaders and Allies Collaborative and the Juneteenth Coalition, invites you to join us for an evening of soul-stirring food and conversation. Donation is $25 in advance , $30 at the door.

New Year's Eve Bash at Cibo Ristorante 2024

 
12/31/23
 
no cover
 
Cibo Ristorante Italiano - CLOSED

Cibo Ristorante Italiano invites you to join us for our annual New Year's Eve Bash! We'll be celebrating 9pm-1:30am, no cover charge. Come ring in the new year and dance to the music of DJ Gil! Dress to impress. We'll have drink specials all night. Dinner will be served until 10pm - reservations recommended.

Enjoy New Year's Eve Dinner at Cella

 
12/31/23
 
$140
 
Cella Restaurant and Bar

Elevate your New Year's Eve at Cella! Chefs Cal Stamenov and Ben Spungin are crafting a four-course delight to welcome 2024. Enhance your experience with optional wine pairings by Barnaby De Luna and exquisite cocktails by Joshua Perry.

Seatings begin at 5pm. Reserve your seat through our website . Price is $140+ per person, $70 for wine pairing.

Celebrate New Year's Eve at Stokes Adobe 2023

 
12/31/23
 
 
Stokes Adobe

Stokes Adobe invites you to celebrate New Year's Eve with us. We're offering a 6-course tasting menu for $125 per person, with wine pairing available for an additional $55. Seatings available 5pm-9pm. To view the complete menu and make your reservations, please visit our website .

First Night Monterey 2024

 
12/31/23
 
 
Old Monterey District

A community celebration of the arts, First Night Monterey is an affordable, alcohol-free family celebration held on New Year’s Eve, 3pm-midnight, in the heart of Downtown Old Monterey. Join us as we dance, play, act, perform, create and sing our way into 2024! Featuring multiple performance venues. Purchase your admission button here.

Kris Angelis at Puma Road

 
12/31/23
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents award-winning singer-songwriter Kris Angelis, 2pm-4pm. Enjoy wine tastings and wines by the glass or bottle while listening to her great music.

Celebrate New Year's Eve at Britannia Arms

 
12/31/23
 
 
Britannia Arms of Monterey - CLOSED

Britannia Arms will have a full day of fun and laughter for you on New Year's Eve. We'll open at 11am and party through into 2024!

Celebrate British New Year at 4pm singing karaoke with Ryan Rico. DJ Lalo will spin tunes 8pm-11pm, and DJ Joey Camacho will take over 11pm until closing. Expect party favors and free champagne at midnight.

Noon Year's Eve Party at MY Museum 2023

 
12/31/23
 
$10/$20
 
MY Museum (Monterey County Youth Museum)

Ring in the New Year at a kid-friendly hour this year! Join MY Museum 10am-12:15pm for an unforgettable celebration complete with noisemakers, face painting, and party hats. Watch the Noon Year’s Ball light up as we countdown together. Reservations are required.