Celebrate New Year’s In and Around Atlanta

It’s almost the new year, and Atlanta has plenty of places to celebrate. This list is mostly for adults, so be sure to check out more family-friendly options and Noon Year’s celebrations too.

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Celebrate New Year's In and Around Atlanta
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Celebrate New Year’s In and Around Atlanta

New Year’s Eve Bash presented by Xfinity

The Battery Atlanta

The Battery Atlanta is celebrating 2026 with its New Year’s Eve Bash presented by Xfinity, featuring two exciting events: a family-friendly early countdown and a late-night celebration to ring in the new year!

Early Innings (6 p.m. – 8 p.m.):

  • Family-friendly fun with an exciting performance by Uncle Jumbo.
  • New Year’s Countdown at 8 p.m. with inflatable baseballs handed out throughout the night.

Late Innings (9 p.m. – Midnight):

  • Live entertainment from the 12 South Band at the Georgia Power Pavilion Stage.
  • Midnight countdown with pyrotechnics, confetti, and aerial fireworks.

Parking:

  • Free parking is available in Red, Green, Purple, Silver, Delta, and Truist Decks, and Surface Lots from 6 p.m. on December 31, 2025, until 12 p.m. on January 1, 2026.
  • Note: The Yellow and Orange Decks are not included.

Additional event details coming soon.


Enchanted New Year’s Eve Black-Tie Gala

8:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead

The Waldorf Astoria Atlanta’s 2024 Black-Tie New Year’s Eve Gala is the quintessential destination for New Year’s revelry in Atlanta, with expanded festivities taking over two stories of our luxury property.

Partygoers will delight in boundless Veuve Clicquot champagne, and sophisticated passed hors d’oeuvres like Kampachi Tartare and Harissa Rubbed Lamb Loin while dancing the night away to the sounds of William Green & the Magic Dream Band and a live DJ. Alongside a 360-degree photobooth for showcasing the fabulous fashions and memories of the evening, guests are invited to set their New Year’s intentions with a dynamic 2025 vision board experience, paired with live tarot card readings by Modern Mystic to inspire abundance and positivity throughout the year.

VIP tickets are available for purchase, granting guests access to the exclusive Belvedere 10 VIP Lounge.

Each ticket includes entry for one to the event. All sales are final and non-refundable. Rideshare is highly encouraged as valet parking will be limited.

Dress code: Black-Tie required.


All-Inclusive New Year’s Eve Party at Park Tavern

7:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Park Tavern

Step into 2026 with a vibe-heavy night you’ll never forget. Think sparkling champagne, skyline views, killer DJs, all-inclusive drinks, and an energy that hits different when the whole city is celebrating under the stars. When the clock strikes midnight, raise your glass for the ultimate champagne toast, surrounded by Atlanta’s iconic skyline and the best crowd in the city.

NYE Highlights

  • Two Floors. Endless Energy.
  • Live DJs- DJ Axial & DJ Sir Luke + nonstop entertainment all night long
  • Open Bars, All Night Featuring Premium cocktails, beer, wine & champagne.
  • Midnight Toast

Ring in 2026 with a sky-high celebration

  • Delicious Buffet Stations
  • Carving Station • Pasta Bar • Southern Faves • Vegetarian Eats
  • Midnight Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

Sponsored By
Dos Equis • Coors Light • Miller Lite • Guinness • Scofflaw • White Claw Hard Seltzer + Vodka • Bacardi Rum • El Jimador & Herradura Tequila • Jack Daniel’s • Slane Irish Whiskey • Ford’s Gin • Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi Wines

Ticket Info — Secure Your Spot Before Prices Rise

  • Tickets start at $149 and increase to $300 the week of NYE
  • Group Discount: Save 20% when you snag 20+ tickets in one transaction through Big Tickets
  • Limited Capacity: This event sells out every single year — don’t wait
  • Buy your tickets today and lock in the best price!

Atlanta’s Peach Drop

Underground Atlanta

Atlanta’s trademark New Year’s Eve tradition will return later this month to welcome 2026.


New Year’s Eve at Milton’s 

Ring in the New Year with a special evening at Milton’s! Enjoy a three-course prix fixe dinner for $95 per person, complete with a celebratory glass of bubbles served with your dessert course. Seats are limited and New Year’s Eve reservations fill quickly—reserve your table today and toast to 2026 with us. Cheers!

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New Year’s at the Georgia Aquarium

Here comes 2026—and Georgia Aquarium is your stage for the ultimate VIP New Year’s Eve Celebration. Step into a night of glitz, glamour, and spectacle—Las Vegas style. Feel like a high roller or sparkling showgirl, while enjoying exclusive after-hours access to the Aquarium. Enjoy a premium open bar, gourmet food provided by Wolfgang Puck Catering, and complimentary coat check. Dance your way into the new year with dazzling DJs and a midnight countdown!

And the best part? You’re playing your cards for a cause—all proceeds help maximize our efforts of ocean rescue, research, and conservation. Tickets will sell out fast, so get yours soon!

Event ends at 1:00 am.


Midnight at Chateau

Welcome the new year with an exquisite black-tie affair set within the grandeur of the Chateau Elan Winery.
Midnight at Chateau offers a rare opportunity to experience the estate at its most glamorous, where refined celebration meets impeccable hospitality. Guests will indulge in an elevated culinary experience featuring chef-curated stations designed to pair beautifully with a distinguished selection of estate wines and premium bar offerings.
Throughout the evening, a live DJ sets an energetic, sophisticated rhythm as guests sip, socialize, and dance within the winery’s striking architectural backdrop. For groups seeking an enhanced evening, a collection of elevated packages and private gathering options provides added exclusivity and personalization.

Whether you are hosting a stylish celebration among friends or stepping out for a night of grandeur, Midnight at Chateau promises a polished, unforgettable welcome to the year ahead.


The Great Stillfire NYE Party

Dust off your dancing shoes and step back into the Jazz Age! On December 31st, our taproom transforms into a full-blown speakeasy where the beer flows, the music swings, and the good times roll straight into 2026.

Get ready for live jazz from 7-10 PM, then DJ Mad Hatter takes over to keep you dancing until the clock strikes midnight (and beyond).

Come decked out in your best flapper fringe, pearls, pinstripes, and fedoras because we’re giving prizes to the sharpest-dressed cats and kittens in the joint.

Best part? No cover charge! Just show up ready to raise a glass, make a toast, and celebrate with your favorite craft brews in hand.

Great beer, live music, and a crowd that knows how to party. There’s no better place to ring in the New Year!

Let us know what New Year’s Eve events we are missing, and check back for updates! 

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Annie is the backbone of keeping our content moving and the grammar on point. An Oklahoma native, Annie moved to Atlanta 14 years ago and she can’t imagine life anywhere else! Annie is a mommy to Harrison, born in September 2016, and Graham, born in October 2019. She lives outside of the city in Lawrenceville with her husband, Ryan, their fur child Luna. A higher education professional by trade, she loves to run, read, and watch all kinds of sports, but especially college football. Always cheering loudest for her Alma mater, the Oklahoma State Cowboys!