The ultimate guide to New Year's Eve 2026 in Charlotte
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CLT NYE will return for its second year inside Truist Field. Photo: Courtesy of Laura Wolff
2026 is almost here. Whether you're booking a chef-curated dinner or dancing your way through a themed party, we've rounded up 30+ ways to celebrate New Year's Eve in Charlotte.
Editor's note: All events will take place on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025, unless otherwise noted.
Rooftop parties
80s Glow Party at Fahrenheit
What to expect: An all-inclusive bar, a live DJ, party favors, a Champagne toast and skyline views.
Cost: $142+
Time: 10pm-2am
Location: 222 S. Caldwell St, on the 21st floor of the Skye building in Uptown
All that Glitters at Merchant & Trade
What to expect: An all-inclusive celebration with live music, food and cocktails (including an espresso martini station) available in two ticket tiers.
Cost: $400-$500
Time: 8pm-2am
Location: 303 S. Church St., on the 19th floor of the Kimpton Tryon Park Hotel in Uptown
New Year's Eve at Novelty House and Havana Smoke & Reserve
What to expect: Cocktails, cigars and rooftop views of the midnight fireworks from Truist Field.
Cost: $15+
Time: 8pm-2am
Location: 123 East 5th St., in the Binaco Tower
City Lights & Champagne Nights at Nuvole 22
What to expect: Uptown rooftop views and live entertainment with two ticketed experiences available.
- General admission includes a Champagne toast, dessert table and party favors. VIP includes everything in GA, plus unlimited Champagne, a VIP section, culinary stations and priority access to a speakeasy.
Cost: $125-$225
Time: 8pm-2am
Location: 220 East Trade St., on the 22nd floor of the AC Hotel in Uptown
Themed parties
End of the World NYE at Slingshot
What to expect: A post-apocalyptic experience with lasers, music, dancing and games.
Cost: $30.59+
Time: 8pm
Location: 332 W Bland St.
NYE Black and White Ball at STATS Charlotte
What to expect: A night of curated R&B, hip-hop, classics and afrobeats with bottle service, hookah/cigars, a covered patio and valet available.
Time: 9:30pm (doors open)
Cost: $20 (general admission)
Location: 3425 David Cox Road
NYE Red Carpet Bash at Starlight on 22nd
What to expect: A photo booth, live DJ and free Champagne at midnight — red carpet attire is encouraged.
Cost: $25+
Time: 9pm-2am
Location: 422 E 22nd St.
New Year's Neon Party at Seoul Food Meat Co. South End
What to expect: This neon-themed bash (where you can also expect karaoke, a photo booth and live DJ) is free to enter, but food and drink purchases are your own.
Cost: Free
Time: 9pm
Location: 1400 S. Church St.
All-inclusive parties
Champagne Society at Ink N Ivy
What to expect: An open bar, including a martini and Champagne bar, passed hors d'oeuvres/late night snacks and multiple dance floors and DJs.
Cost: $131.95
Time: 9pm-1:30am
Location: 222 S. Church St. in Uptown
Midnight Mischief at Monday Night Brewing
What to expect: An aerialist show paired with unlimited drinks, a DJ and a balloon/ball drop with Champagne at midnight. A buffet and pizza are included with every ticket.
Time: 9pm-2am
Cost: $150 (GA)
Location: 2217 South Tryon, across the street from Inner Peaks
Rich and Bennett's NYE Bash at Brewers at 4001 Yancey
What to expect: An all-inclusive package with hor d'oeuvres, party favors, beer, wine, seltzers, liquor, Champagne, two DJs, coat check, confetti blast, and a separate silent disco room.
Time: 8pm (early entry) 9pm (GA)
Cost: $80+ (multiple tiers available)
Location: 4001-A Yancey Road.
Honky Tonk NYE at South End Station (The Rose)
What to expect: Live music (including plenty of country), prepaid beverages, a Champagne toast at midnight and the option to upgrade to VIP for access to All American Pub.
Cost: $100.45+
Time: 9pm-1am
Location: 201 E Bland St.
New Year's Punchin' Eve at Suffolk Punch South End
What to expect: Suffolk's annual NYE celebration returns for its seventh year with an open bar, dance floor, DJ, a light show, sparklers and lots of glow sticks.
Cost: $145+ (general admission)
Time: 9pm
Location: 2911 Griffith St.
Bars, Clubs and Breweries
NYE Day Party at Vaulted Oak Brewing
What to expect: This one is for the folks who don't want to be out at night (or want an early start to the festivities). There'll be bluegrass music from Crystal Fountains 3-6pm.
Cost: Free to attend
Time: 3pm
Location: 3726 Monroe Road
NYE at Sneak
What to expect: Tickets include two cocktails, a Champagne toast and bar snacks. There'll be music by DJ Micky Blendz. Walk-ins are welcome until the space fills.
Cost: $50+ (option to buy couple and double date tickets).
Time: 9pm
Location: 2001 E 7th St. Suite F in Elizabeth (next to Bang Bang Burgers).
Buenas Noches NYE 2025 at Hermanita
What to expect: The hidden bar inside El Malo in Plaza Midwood will offer an open bar (cocktails, margs, beer and wine), a taco bar and a live DJ all night long.
Cost: $125
Time: 10pm-1am
Location: 1308 The Plaza, in the renovated Midwood Corners shopping center next to Dave's Hot Chicken and Cold Hearted Gelato.
New Year's Eve Bash at Goldie's
What to expect: Doors open at 7pm with live music starting at 9pm. General admission is $10 with other tier options that include drink tickets, apps, a Champagne tower, party favors and the option to reserve a table.
Cost: $10+
Time: 7pm-2am
Location: 3601 South Blvd. (near the Scaleybark light rail station)
New Year's Eve at Dahlia's
What to expect: Your ticket includes entry to the Uptown cocktail lounge and a midnight Champagne toast.
Cost: $24.86 (via Eventbrite) and $30 at the door.
Time: 4pm-2am
Location: 123 East 5th St., on the third floor of the Binaco Tower, above Saku
Midnight on Tap at Hoppin' Charlotte
What to expect: Pay $1 for everything on tap and find free pizza, half-off cocktails, a DJ, plus a heated and covered patio. The best-dressed gets a $100 gift card.
Cost: $70-$85
Time: 8pm-11:30pm
Location: 1402 Winnifred St.
Music and immersive experiences
NYE — Angelo the Kid at Trio
What to expect: The South End EDM club will have DJs on deck all night. Your ticket grants entry and an all-inclusive bar until 12:30am (regular bar service continues after).
Cost: $125+
Time: 9pm (doors)
Location: 1513 South Mint St.
A Night in Hollywood at The Music Yard
What to expect: Four stages, live music, DJs, performers, immersive art, with the option to add on VIP packages and table service.
Cost: $45.85
Time: 7pm
Location: 2433 South Blvd.
NYE Ft. Su Casa at Blume Studios
What to expect: Groove under GAIA at this immersive party that'll blend global Latin rhythms, live performance, art and culture.
Cost: $55.75-$92.91
Time: 8pm-1:30am
Location: 904 Post St.
Pub/bar crawls
Uptown Bar Crawl
What to expect: Your wristband gains you access to participating bars across Uptown, including Prohibition, Piscoteca, The Local, Novelty House and more.
Cost: $36
Time: Check-in runs 6-9pm at Prohibition
Location: Varies.
Charlotte New Year's Eve Bar Crawl
What to expect: A digital bar crawl map, plus a $5 game card, live DJs, drink specials and free entry to participating bars.
Cost: $25.75+
Time: Check-in runs 6-9pm at Slingshot in South End
Location: Varies.
New Year's Eve Bar Crawl (10+ venues)
What to expect: Entry and discounts at 10+ venues in Charlotte.
Cost: $25.17+
Time: Check-in runs 8-10pm at Pins Mechanical in South End
Location: Varies
Family-friendly
CLT NYE at Truist Field
What to expect: The celebration kicks off at 8pm with live music and a fireworks show at midnight. It'll take place alongside Light the Knights — ice skating, snow tubing and the vendor market open from 8–11:30pm.
Cost: $16 (GA) - $46 (includes Light the Knights activities).
Time: 8pm-midnight
Location: 324 S. Mint St.
Dinner and drinks
"Times Long Past" NYE dinner at The Goodyear House
What to expect: A four-course dinner from Chef Chris Coleman that includes a mix of staples and specialty items, plus an optional beverage pairing to add on.
Cost: $75
Time: Reservations available from 4-10pm.
Location: 3032 N Davidson St.
Unlimited tapas dinner at Catalú
What to expect: Your ticket includes unlimited tapas, a welcome drink and a cava toast. The 6pm seating is $75; the 9pm seating is $85 and will feature a live DJ.
Cost: $75-$85
Time: Seatings at 6pm & 9pm
Location: 135 New Bern St. (right off the New Bern light rail stop)
11-course NYE dinner at L'Ostrica
What to expect: The tasting menu restaurant (which snagged the top spot in our Best Restaurants List for 2025) will kick off the evening with a Champagne reception, followed by an 11-course dinner.
Cost: $285
Time: 6:30pm (Champagne reception); dinner at 7pm. The evening is expected to last around three hours
Location: 4701 Park Road, in the same building as Waterbean Coffee and Vintage Nail Bar
Four-course NYE dinner at Fahrenheit
What to expect: A four-course, chef-curated menu with the option to add on their rooftop NYE party package (10pm-2am) for $80.
Cost: $125
Time: 4-8pm
Location: 222 S. Caldwell St, on the 21st floor of the Skye building in Uptown
Omakase Champagne Experience at Yugenn
What to expect: An intimate Omakase experience (limited to 12 seats) featuring rare Japanese ingredients and Grand Cru/Premier Cru Champagne.
Cost: $395
Time: 9pm-midnight
Location: 255 W. Bland St., under The Paces Apartments in South End