Welcome the New Year in Chicago!
As the year 2025 approaches, Chicago rises as one of the top destinations for New Year's Eve celebrations. Whether you're in the mood to ring in the new year on a rooftop bar surrounded by skyline views, at a restaurant with a delicious culinary feast, enjoying fireworks on the river, or at a city-wide celebration, Chicago is ready to make this New Year's Eve one to remember.
New Year's Eve Events in Chicago
Navy Pier Fireworks
Chicago's Navy Pier illuminates the midnight sky over Lake Michigan in a blast of colorful fireworks. Visitors can enjoy the stunning emanations from various points around the pier, which also happens to be home to special NYE events and activities throughout the evening. Navy Pier's roster of restaurants, bars, and entertainment facilities will be open late, offering a myriad of indoor options to celebrate before or after the outdoor display.
Rooftop Bars
LondonHouse
Ring in 2025 in style and luxury at LondonHouse Chicago! Marvel at breathtaking skyline views from our 21st-floor lounge, enjoy a 4-hour premium open bar, groove to top DJs, indulge in passed hors d'oeuvres, and toast midnight with champagne.
LondonHouse Event
Godfrey Hotel
Celebrate New Year's in style with stunning Chicago views, great company, gourmet bites, and craft cocktails at The Godfrey Hotel’s rooftop. With 10,000 square feet to party, grab a General Admission ticket—or reserve a table or igloo for your group!
Godfrey Hotel Event
Ring in the New Year with a Culinary Feast
Ring in the New Year at Divan Steakhouse’s exclusive celebration! From 10:30 PM to 1:30 AM, enjoy a full open bar with champagne, cocktails, wine, and beer, along with passed hors d'oeuvres. Dress to impress in cocktail attire and embrace a night of elegance and indulgence as you toast to 2025 in the heart of Chicago. Table reservations available for an elevated experience. Must be 21+. All ticket sales final.
Enjoy skyline views and fireworks from a lakefront cruise
All Inclusive New Year's Eve Fireworks Cruise aboard Anita Dee II
Enjoy the New Year's Cruise Luxury on Lake Michigan with great views of Chicago's skyline and landmarks. It will be an all-inclusive event featuring top-shelf drinks, desserts, sparkling wine, and one of the hottest DJs that Chicago can offer across three floors, two of which are indoor and climate-controlled. Dance to your heart's content in the cruise's very own dance floor and make the memories through an after-party photo contest on social media. VIP tickets include an additional 45 minutes of luxury drinks. This is a 21+ event; attendees must arrive with a valid ID. Absolutely no refunds will be given for late arrivals or anyone not dressed to impress.
New Years Eve Cruise on the The Midnight Kiss
Ring in the New Year 2025 in style aboard the luxurious Chicago Elite yacht on The Midnight Kiss cruise. This exclusive, fully heated yacht event runs from 9:00 PM until 12:30 AM, with spectacular views of the Chicago skyline and fireworks displays. Enjoy a 3-hour top-shelf open bar, passed hors d'oeuvres, a full three-course dinner buffet, and live DJ entertainment. Party favors and a magnificent countdown at midnight make up this VIP cruise to herald the new year in a most unforgettable way. Capacity is limited to 150 guests, so don't miss this memorable celebration on the water.
New Year's Music Parties
New Year's Eve Party 2025 - Rock 'Til The Drop
Ring in the New Year with top Chicago DJs, endless champagne, delicious appetizers, and non-stop dancing at the Hard Rock Cafe! This all-inclusive celebration is perfect for anyone looking to party the night away. A ticket to the event gives attendees free access to both the pre and post parties, and the post party at the Hard Rock Cafe is open until 4am.
City Lights & Fireworks at 101 Club
Ring in the new year with stunning views on top of Michigan Avenue at the 101 Club. This all inclusive event includes food, drinks, and entertainment on the 19th and 20th floors- right above the Magnificent Mile! Tickets for the event are 21+.
New Year's at the Casino
Want to go into the new year with some luck? Bally’s Chicago Casino is helping patrons jazz up their New Year’s Eve celebrations with games and drawings at almost every hour beginning at 10 AM! Some of the NYE activities at Bally's Chicago include:
- Golden Years Earn and Get (10 AM – 4 PM) – Guests ages 50+ who earn 10 points will receive $10 free slot play and $250 free play
- Noon Year’s Eve Hot Seats (11 AM – 1 PM) – Guests playing slots with their Bally Rewards Card during drawing time are eligible to win $500 in free slot play, with 4 winners drawn every 30 minutes
- 3, 2, $1 Million NYE qualifiers (6 PM – 9 PM) – Every hour, 10 winners will receive a grand finale entry and $250 free play. The 3, 2, $1 Million NYE finale (10 PM – 12 AM) will choose 5 finalists every 30 minutes. Each finalist will select a mystery envelope to reveal their prize – 4 will win a cash prize, 1 will have the chance to play the $1M game board for a chance to win $1M!
- DJ Dreea (8 PM – 12:30 AM) - will spin 40’s swing music mixed with today’s best dance music and will lead the NYE countdown.
Additional Parties to Ring in the New Year
New Year's Eve Party 2025 at the Metropolitan
New Year's Eve at The Metropolitan will make for a night full of unforgettable memories. This trendy party on the 67th floor of the Willis Tower will feature exquisite skyline views, various party acts, fireworks, live music, and a special midnight celebration. There are plenty of different ticket packages to choose from, making this a great event for a group of any size.
Gatsby's Prohibition New Year's Eve Party
Ring in 2025 at Chicago's New Year's Eve Party at Morgan MFG, a prohibition party mixing a luxury gala, nightclub, & industrial warehouse. The all inclusive event includes drinks, entertainment, celebrations, and more!
Gatsby's Prohibition New Year's Eve Party
New Year's Eve Party at Congress Plaza Hotel
This all-inclusive event features food, premium drinks, live entertainment, and top Chicago DJs. With 2,500 attendees, enjoy 6 party areas, multiple ballrooms, and a midnight confetti storm. GA tickets and VIP tickets are available.
New Year's Eve Party at Congress Plaza HotelGrand Chicago New Year's Eve at The Aon Grand Ballroom
Join 3,000 guests on Chicago’s largest dance floor, with live music, DJs, a 70-foot balloon drop, and panoramic views of the midnight fireworks show through floor-to-ceiling windows. General Admission tickets include live entertainment, a premium drink package, light appetizers, party favors, and a midnight champagne toast. VIP tickets add access to the VIP balcony, an ultra-premium bar, private food stations, and prime fireworks views. Table options are available for groups, offering exclusive seating, bar access, and enhanced party amenities.
New Year's Eve Party at The Palmer House Hilton
Celebrate NYE 2025 in style at the Palmer House Hilton! This all-inclusive party includes food, top-shelf drinks, live music, DJs, and access to multiple ballrooms and party areas. With 1,500 attendees, enjoy appetizers, desserts, a midnight celebration, and exclusive pre- and post-parties. GA tickets offer a 4-hour open bar, while VIP tickets include 5 hours, private bars, and bartenders. Discounted hotel rooms are available for $189/night.
Glitz & Glam New Year’s Eve Event at Offshore Rooftop
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Offshore Rooftop, the world’s largest rooftop venue! Enjoy stunning views of Chicago’s skyline and Navy Pier’s midnight fireworks. Tickets include a 4-hour premium open bar, passed appetizers, a DJ, a champagne toast, and more. Early bird tickets are $175; regular price is $225. Event runs from 9 PM to 1 AM on 12/31.