As 2025 draws to a close, Atlanta is buzzing with excitement for New Year’s Eve celebrations. From glamorous galas and family-friendly fireworks to underground bar crawls and themed soirees, the city offers something for every reveler.
Whether you’re looking to dance the night away under the sea or toast with champagne amid fireworks, here’s our roundup of the top NYE parties in Atlanta. We’ve curated this list based on popularity, uniqueness, and buzz around town. Remember to book tickets early—many events sell out fast!
Here Are The Best Atlanta New Year’s Eve Parties For 2025
It’s once again time to party into another year with your choice of New Year’s celebrations around Atlanta. From restaurants to bars to lounges and clubs, all these Atlanta establishments pull out all the stops and free Champagne for revelers to count down into the new year.
Do you want to know where to go for New Year’s Eve in Atlanta? Keep reading.
No Peach Drop In Downtown Atlanta This Year
The Atlanta Peach Drop is not happening this weekend.
Atlanta New Year’s Eve Fireworks & Drone Show
Kick off the new year with a spectacular citywide display featuring drones forming peach shapes in the sky, followed by dazzling fireworks.
This free event is perfect for families or groups, with prime viewing spots in Downtown and Midtown Atlanta. The midnight countdown promises to light up the skyline in style.
Location: Multiple vantage points in Downtown/Midtown
Date/Time: Midnight on December 31, 2025
2. New Year’s Eve Celebration at Georgia Aquarium
Dive into 2026 with an after-hours party at the Georgia Aquarium, one of Atlanta’s iconic attractions. Enjoy premium open bars, food from Wolfgang Puck Catering, live DJs on dance floors, casino games, and a midnight countdown. It’s a Las Vegas-style bash surrounded by marine life—tickets start at $189 for members.
Location: 225 Baker St. NW
Date/Time: 9 p.m. on December 31, 2025
New Year’s Eve Bash at The Battery Atlanta
Presented by Xfinity, The Battery NYE Bash features two sessions: an early family-friendly countdown with entertainment from 6-8 p.m., and a late-night party from 9 p.m. to midnight with live music, pyrotechnics, confetti, and fireworks.
Free parking available in select decks.
Location: 800 Battery Ave SE
Date/Time: December 31, 2025 (Early: 6-8 p.m.; Late: 9 p.m.-Midnight)
Crawl ‘Til The Ball Falls: Atlanta NYE Bar Crawl
During the Crawl ‘Til the Ball Falls event, you get to hop between Midtown’s hottest spots with drink specials, champagne toasts, and a televised ball drop. Starting at Sebastian Pintxos Bar, the crawl visits bars like Casa Almenara and Wicked Wolf for a night of music and merriment.
Location: Starts at 818 Juniper St. NE (multiple venues)
Date/Time: 6 p.m.-2 a.m. on December 31, 2025
Gucci Mane: “Mask’d & Ice’d” Concert
Hip-hop icon Gucci Mane teams up with the Atlanta Pops Orchestra for Mask’d & Ice’d, a unique symphonic performance to close out the year. This one-night-only event blends rap and classical music for an unforgettable vibe.
Location: Atlanta Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree St. NE
Date/Time: 7-11 p.m. on December 31, 2025
6. Gatsby’s Penthouse New Year’s Eve Party
Channel the Roaring ’20s at this themed penthouse bash with DJs, drinks, and a balloon drop. Dress in your finest flapper or fedora attire for a glamorous countdown on the 49th floor.
Location: Commerce Club Atlanta, 191 Peachtree Towers
Date/Time: 9 p.m. on December 31, 2025
Info: Event Page
fNYE Disco Dreams at Your 3rd Spot
Inspired by Studio 54, this party features DJs, disco dancers, social games, and a midnight balloon drop. It’s a fun, interactive way to groove into the new year.
Location: 400 Chattahoochee Row NW
Date/Time: 7 p.m.-1 a.m. on December 31, 2025
How to attend: Book here
8. ’80s Prom NYE at Muchacho
Relive the ’80s with prom attire encouraged, DJs spinning hits, and a midnight toast. This nostalgic event is all about fun costumes and retro vibes.
Location: 904 Memorial Drive SE
Date/Time: 9 p.m.-1 a.m. on December 31, 2025
Event Page: Muchacho.NYE
9. New Year’s Eve at Wicked Wolf
Enjoy a five-hour premium open bar, live DJs, and a midnight champagne toast. VIP packages available for an elevated experience at this lively venue.
Location: Wicked Wolf Atlanta
Date/Time: December 31, 2025
Event Page
NYE ‘Staying Alive’ at Arnette’s Chop Shop
Get your disco fever on with ’70s and ’80s tunes, booze, and a countdown in the courtyard. This late-night party starts at 10 p.m. and goes into the early hours.
Location: 2700 Apple Valley Road
Date/Time: 10 p.m. on December 31, 2025
Domaine NYE Party
Bring in the new year in style at an Atlanta luxury residence! To party, you must sign up here. The address will be emailed (to all ticket holders) or texted one before the event. Ticket purchase mandatory.
East Atlanta Treehouse
Come celebrate New Year’s Eve with us as we bid farewell to the old and welcome the new! Dress to impress! Our full bar will be open all night! FREE admission with RSVP!
Doors Open @ 8:00 pm. Event Time: 8:00 pm – 3:00 am.
* There is free parking in a lot behind the building and in a lot on the side of the building. There is also free street parking available.
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Looking to party in Midtown Atlanta? Whiskey Mistress is where it’s at this weekend. Come for the music, stay for the drinks and food.
Explore Atlanta At Your Own Pace
There are so many cool things happening in the city this and every week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta to get started. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. Margaritaville, the Glenn Hotel and even Underground often has something cool going on! Check out these events in Atlanta today and this week and this weekend:
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