Ring in 2026 with these New Year’s Celebrations In Texas!
“Happy New Year” is all we’ll hear in a few days. Will you watch the ball drop in Times Square at home, or will you be going out and celebrating with live performances at a New Year’s Eve party? I’ll be watching the excitement on TV from the comfort of my home. But, if you’re looking for the perfect place to celebrate the New Year, here are a few New Year’s Celebrations in Texas for 2026.
Happy New Year Everyone!
New Year’s Celebrations In Texas For 2026
What better way to bring in the new year than with friends and a midnight champagne toast? Find a favorite New Year’s Eve party and start planning the night! Many are family-friendly events.
Dallas/Fort Worth 2026 New Year’s Celebrations
NYE Party at Texas Live 2026
Ring in the new year at the biggest NYE celebration in DFW! New Year’s Eve Live! at Texas Live! in Arlington, TX, will be a celebration with live entertainment, a live DJ, various food options, fantastic drink selections, champagne toasts, and more! New Year’s Eve at Texas Live
Tickets: Gold, Platinum, & Silver Levels – see website.
New Year’s Eve 2026 Champagne Life: “Masquerade & Casino” Extravaganza
Aloft Dallas Love Field at 2333 West Mockingbird Lane, Dallas, TX 75235. Tickets $100. See Visit Dallas for more info.
Dallas Reunion Tower Over The Top NYE 2026
Reunion Tower Over The Top NYE 2025 will be celebrated in style with over 5,000 pyrotechnic special effects launched from Reunion Tower, a stunning 259 LED light display, and nearly 300 drones.
Crown Block will host a prix fixe dinner and celebration.
Tickets: There are several packages to choose from – see website.
NYElectric W Dallas Rooftop New Year’s Eve Party
Come to W Dallas Rooftop for the perfect Dallas nightlife experience when the doors open at 9 p.m., and party in high-class style.
Dance the night away while sipping champagne and enjoying the view of the Dallas skyline: live DJ, prepaid drinks, NYE party favors, VIP available perks, and more.
VIP Packages available
More Top Rooftop Bars in Dallas & Fort Worth right here!
Fort Worth New Year’s Eve Party at Billy Bob’s Texas
Gary Allan at Billy Bob’s Texas for New Year’s Eve 2025. Doors open at 6 pm, and the concert starts at 10 pm. Tickets $20 GA, $80-$100.
New Year’s Eve In Sundance Square
Bring in the New Year with live music, street performers, fireworks, and more! From 6 pm to 2 am. Sundance Square Plaza.
New Year’s Eve Dinner at City Works Frisco 2025
New Year’s Eve Dinner at City Works Frisco. Celebrate New Year’s Eve with food, festive drinks, and unforgettable vibes.
Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark New Year’s Eve 2025
This year, Epic Waters is open until midnight. Here are some of the activities:
- A family-friendly celebration to ring in the New Year at Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark.
- Live entertainment, music, games, and special activities for kids and families.
- Midnight Countdown: A family-friendly celebration with Duck Drops at 6 pm, 8 pm, 10 pm and midnight
- Waterpark Fun: All regular attractions are open, including slides, wave pools, and the lazy river.
- New Year’s themed activities like party hats, noisemakers, and festive food options. Also, a buffet option is available for purchase!
Tickets: See website. Epic Waters.
Hotel Vin New Year’s Eve Party 2025
Hotel Vin’s gorgeous Bordeaux ballroom – Autograph Collection Hotel Vin is a boutique hotel in the Marriott family in Grapevine, Texas. New Year’s Eve License To Thrill 2025 begins at 7 pm. Check out the levels of prices.
Meow Wolf Grapevine’s NYE Adultiverse Party 2025
Meow Wolf Grapevine’s NYE Adultiverse Party. The perfect opportunity to reconnect with local art and tap into the transformative power of creativity.
On December 31, The Real Unreal will transform into an exclusive after-hours dreamscape, creating a one-of-a-kind interdimensional party for those 21 and older. It’s an evening designed to celebrate creativity, curiosity, and connection in ways only Meow Wolf can deliver. Tickets are on-sale now.
- Night Shade Burlesque will take the stage with sultry, theatrical storytelling that blends hypnotic choreography and bold visuals—a perfect match for Meow Wolf’s immersive world.
- Explore The Real Unreal as it shifts into an exclusive, interactive wonderland, with each room reimagined as a playground for discovery.
- Exclusive VIP Lounge for party-hardy guests for the ultimate deep dive of dimensions.
- At the stroke of midnight, the evening crescendos into a kaleidoscopic toast—a countdown that feels more like unlocking a new dimension.
South Texas 2025 New Year’s Eve Parties
SA River Walk New Year’s Celebration for 2025
The town will be rockin’ out and bringing in the new year with parties, fireworks, champagne to toast, and much more. The San Antonio Riverwalk will be lit up, and if you’re planning on walking around the river the next day, most restaurants will be open on New Year’s Day.
Hotel Emma San Antonio
Hotel Emma, Texas’ only AAA Five Diamond Hotel nestled in San Antonio’s Pearl District, is ringing in its 10th anniversary year in 2025 with a full schedule of events this winter.
Dec. 31 | New Year’s Eve Cellar Select 7-Course Dinner
- Newly appointed Executive Chef Geronimo Lopez is putting on a seven-course show in the Hotel’s Elephant Cellar, which faces the exhibition wine cellar and was built in 1938 – a space as historic as it is grand. Cocktail hour begins at 7 pm.
- The experience is underlined by exquisite spirit pairings with each course, kicking off with 2015 Dom Pérignon Chardonnay & Pinot Noir Blend brut Champagne coupled with potato blinis and sturgeon caviar. Other highlights include a fitting 7 Fishes Risotto for the second course, alongside a Double Eagle Very Rare 20-year Bourbon.
- There are Two Ways to Take Part in the Exclusive Experience:
- Individual Dinner Ticket, $1,500
- Dinner & Hotel Stay Package
- Two-night stay for $3,000; either from the 30th through the 1st or the 31st through the 2nd
- Inclusive of two tickets to the dinner and complimentary valet
Dec. 31 | New Year’s Eve at Sternewirth
At Sternewirth, limited tickets are available to hear Diego Martinez & Band from 8:30 pm to 2:00 am. Reservation-only mezzanine booths are available amidst the space’s signature refurbished cast iron fermentation tanks. Complete with complimentary Champagne and oysters, the event gives priority to hotel guests – so it’s best to book a room and make it a staycation. Tickets are $25pp.
Hemisfair New Year’s Eve Party 2025
San Antonio’s Official New Year’s Eve Celebration at the Hemisfair grounds starts at 6 pm. The night will end with spectacular fireworks at midnight. But the Tower of the Americas is the best place to see the fireworks. Sounds like fun, with live bands, performances, carnival rides, entertainment, and food. Make reservations today!
Tenfold New Year’s Eve 2025 Party
Bites, cocktails, and a view is what you’ll experience at Tenfold New Year’s Eve Party
Tickets: $100-$1800. Address: 431 South Alamo Street San Antonio, TX 78205
2025 NYE Masquerade Ball (Houston)
Ring in the New Year in style at the 2025 NYE Masquerade Ball – a night of mystery, glamour, and unforgettable memories! Address: 2222 Emancipation Avenue Houston, TX 77003.
New Year’s Celebrations In Austin 2025
Belmont’s New Year’s Eve Extravaganza 2025
The Belmont’s New Year’s Eve Extravaganza 2025
It’s their 10th Anniversary NYE Party. At midnight, a live DJ plays dance music, a photo booth, a balloon drop, and a complimentary glass of champagne. 8 pm.
The Paramount Theatre – Bob Schneider
Bob Schneider’s Big Spectacular New Year’s Eve Party 2025
Join the New Year’s Eve Party with Austin’s beloved Bob Schneider. It is a tradition for a reason!
2025 NYE Block Party – The Rose Room, 77 Degrees, Wonder Bar
Three different venues all night. See more at the 2025 NYE Block Party. Tickets: $50 to $120. Address: 11500 Rock Rose Austin, TX 78758.
Texas Hill Country 2025 New Year’s Eve Parties
Luckenbach Fredericksburg
Luckenbach New Year’s Eve w/Kin Faux + The Broken Spokes
New Year’s Eve Dance in Luckenbach. Tickets start at $40 and include a champagne toast and party favors. The crowd is limited, so buy early. Doors open at 7 pm. The dance starts at 8 pm. Kids are welcome, but those over 8 have to pay the fee.
Gruene Hall New Year’s Eve Party 2025
There’s a pre-show during the day, an early show, and a late show! Pat Green headlines both the early and late shows. Tickets are $95. Pre-show is free. Last year’s tickets sold out early. Gruene Hall’s New Year’s Eve Party.
West Texas 2025 New Year’s Celebrations
Mineral Wells’ NYE Gala Casino Royale at The Crazy Water Hotel
Mineral Wells is considered to be in The Panhandle Plains (West Texas) but not so far from Fort Worth. The Tejas Brothers will be the headliner, casino games, cigar bar, photo booth, and more. The Crazy Water Hotel.
El Paso New Year’s Eve Parties
Club 1922 New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball
Club 1922 New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball 2025 at The Elmont Event Center starts at 8 p.m. Mountain Time.
New Year’s Eve Latin Party
Paso Ballroom Dance Academy presents a New Year’s Eve Latin Party – at 8 pm—$ 20-$25.
2025 New Year’s Day Brunch In Texas
If you’re tired of the same ole cornbread and black-eyed peas for New Year’s Day, consider going out for brunch. Here are a few places around Texas. UPDATING
New Year’s Day Brunch at City Works in Frisco, 11 am to 3 pm
Pinstripes – Fort Worth, TX, 10 am to 2 pm.
The Village Cafe – Bryan, TX, 10 am to 4 pm.
Backstreet Cafe – Houston, TX 77019, 10 am to 3 pm.
Jeffrey’s is offering its Blowout Brunch – Clarksville, TX (Austin)
New Year’s Resolutions First Day Hike
Austin & San Antonio Area New Year’s Day First Hikes Day
Start the New Year by joining in a remarkable tradition celebrated at Texas State Parks! First Day Hikes encourage people to hit the trails on Jan. 1! Start 2025 by participating in a healthy activity and surround yourself with the peace of nature!
Lake Somerville State Park
Start your year on the right foot (or left) with a rejuvenating hike at Lake Somerville State Park, Birch Creek Unit. Embrace the promise of a fresh start by joining one of our team members for a one-hour guided mindfulness hike designed to inspire and energize your New Year’s resolutions.
Distance: 2.5 miles (round trip). Duration: One hour. Meeting point: The Trailway entrance, Birch Creek Unit. Time: 8:30 A.M. Dress in layers, wear sturdy hiking shoes and check the weather forecast before heading out. How fun!
Buescher State Park
Join a 1-mile loop guided hike and learn about the Lost Pines! Meet at the Scenic Overlook. Limited parking, if you are bringing a group of people please carpool. The trail does have a few sections with hills and inclines. The tread is rocky/sandy. Buescher State Park.
Inks Lake State Park
Hiking events spanning New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Join everyone at Inks Lake State Park for two hikes to kick off the New Year! Midnight Hike at 11 pm (12/31/24. Meet at the Lake Trail Trailhead (the parking lot straight across from the old HQ building). See the rest on the site.
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Hike the historic Joe Johnston Route from its trailhead to the turn-off for Wildcat Canyon Trail and return the same way. This hike is about 2 miles long and will slightly change elevation with fairly rocky conditions.
See the website for Texas State Parks for the rest of the state parks in Texas that are having a First Day Hike – there’s a lot.
Whatever you do for the new year, go out on a high note! Happy New Year!
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