Christmas and NYE events
New York’s holiday calendar is packed with festive options for every kind of night out. Christmas coverage centers on seasonal dining at Sungold (Arlo Williamsburg) and NoMad Diner, while New Year’s Eve spans everything from open-bar nightlife and rooftop parties near Times Square to Roaring Twenties casino-style experiences, prix-fixe restaurant celebrations, family-friendly “Noon Year’s Eve,” and live concerts at Brooklyn Bowl.
Christmas Eve + Christmas Day Dining
Sungold (Arlo Williamsburg) — Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Specials
Chef Michael King’s neighborhood favorite inside Arlo Williamsburg will be open Christmas Eve (5:30–11:00 PM) and Christmas Day (12:00–11:00 PM), offering brunch both days plus the full dinner menu, with holiday specials like Oyster Bisque, a 24oz Grass Fed Ribeye for two, and a Chocolate Mousse Tart.
Where: Arlo Williamsburg, 96 Wythe Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11249
Info/Reservations: https://www.sungoldbk.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sungoldbk/
NoMad Diner — Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Seasonal Specials
NoMad Diner will offer two seasonal holiday dishes on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day alongside the full menu: a Glazed Duck Ham with citrus brightness and an Endive & Chestnut Salad with roasted chestnuts and citrus, leaning into wintery comfort with a nostalgic-meets-modern diner vibe.
Where: 11 E 31st St, New York, NY
Info/Reservations: https://www.nomaddinernyc.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomaddinernyc/
New Year’s Eve Parties + Dining (Dec 31, 2025)
BarChef New York — New Year’s Eve Party
BarChef welcomes 2026 with an immersive, modernist cocktail-forward celebration featuring a premium open bar and live DJ, in the brand’s signature “science-meets-seduction” style guided by Frankie Solarik (Netflix’s Drink Masters).
When: Wed, Dec 31, 2025 | 9:00 PM–2:00 AM
Where: 21 W 35th St, 3rd Floor, New York, NY
Tickets: https://joonbug.com/newyork/newyearseve/new-years-eve-party-barchef-manhattan-midtown
NYE at Nebula — Audien in Times Square
Nebula hosts an all-night Times Square blowout headlined by Audien, with a GA open-bar window (9:00 PM–12:00 AM), full production, and a high-energy countdown.
When: Wed, Dec 31, 2025 | 9:00 PM–4:00 AM (late entry after 12:30 AM available)
Where: 135 W 41st St, New York, NY
Tickets: Here
Tables: reservations@nebulanewyork.com
Big Deal Speakeasy Casino — Roaring Twenties NYE (Two Experiences)
Big Deal rings in 2026 with two 1920s-inspired options: a Pre-Game warmup with cocktails and casino energy, and a limited-capacity Speakeasy Spectacular for 80 guests featuring casino games, burlesque, dancing, open bar, passed bites, vintage accessories, and a midnight champagne toast.
Where: 1 E 28th St, 6th Floor, New York, NY
Pre-Game: Wed, Dec 31 | 6:30 PM–9:00 PM — https://www.eventbrite.com/e/big-deal-speakeasy-casino-new-years-pre-game-tickets-1975855890156?aff=oddtdtcreator
Speakeasy Spectacular: Wed, Dec 31 | 10:00 PM–1:00 AM — https://www.eventbrite.com/e/big-deal-speakeasy-casino-new-years-eve-spectacular-tickets-1975828855294?aff=erelpanelorg
New Year’s Eve at Slate — Open Bar, DJ, Ball Drop Screens
Slate’s multi-level Chelsea venue delivers a full-night NYE with a 5-hour open bar, complimentary appetizers, DJ-driven countdown, a champagne toast, and the Times Square Ball Drop on massive screens, plus VIP table/bottle options.
When: Wed, Dec 31, 2025 | 8:00 PM–4:00 AM
Where: 54 W 21st St, New York, NY
Tickets: https://slate.ticketsauce.com/e/new-years-eve-slate-5/tickets?aff=embed-calendar&
Mercer Presents — Arlo SoHo New Year’s Eve Party (3 Rooms)
Mercer takes over three rooms at Arlo SoHo with special guest DJs and top local house talent, with every ticket including a five-hour open bar and table reservations available.
When: Wed, Dec 31, 2025 | From 8:00 PM
Where: Arlo SoHo, 231 Hudson St, New York, NY
Tickets: https://posh.vip/e/mercer-presents-arlo-soho-new-years-eve-1?t=venue
Tables: events@rosegoldpresents.com
Elsie Rooftop — NYE 2026 with Ball Drop Views
Elsie Rooftop delivers a high-altitude NYE with live Ball Drop views, a five-hour open bar, passed appetizers, and indoor/outdoor rooftop energy designed for an all-night celebration.
When: Wed, Dec 31, 2025 | 8:00 PM–4:00 AM
Where: 1412 Broadway, 25th Floor, New York, NY
Tickets: https://www.newyears.com/e/elsie-rooftop-nyc?affiliate=elsie
W New York – Times Square: “MADE THE LIST” NYE Party — DJ Carneyval
A hotel-driven Times Square NYE featuring viral DJ Carneyval, with an open bar + specialty cocktails (9:00 PM–1:00 AM), Perrier-Jouët midnight toast, surprise activations, photobooth, and complimentary coat check.
When: Wed, Dec 31, 2025 | 9:00 PM–3:00 AM
Where: W New York – Times Square (Living Room Lounge)
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-years-eve-ft-carneyval-at-w-new-york-times-square-made-the-list-tickets-1963460806126
Brooklyn Roots Collective — Good Vibrations NYE: “The Pagne Party”
Good Vibrations takes over Brooklyn Roots Collective’s two-floor venue with a VIP balcony, heavy sound, fashion-forward crowd, and DJ-powered energy from late night into the early morning.
When: Wed, Dec 31, 2025 | 10:00 PM–4:00 AM
Where: 255 Randolph St, Bushwick, Brooklyn, NY
Tickets: https://posh.vip/e/good-vibrations-21
New Year’s Eve Dining Experiences
Nerai — 5-Course Prix Fixe (Optional Wine Pairings)
Photo Courtesy of Matthew James Ortiz Photography
Nerai offers a $145 five-course NYE menu with optional wine pairings ($55 classic / $90 premium) and seatings from 5:00 PM–9:45 PM, ideal for an elevated dinner without committing to late-night crowds.
Where: 55 E 54th St, New York, NY
Reservations: https://nerainyc.com/
Nerina (Greenpoint) — Mediterranean Prix Fixe + Live Jazz Quartet
Photo Courtesy of Matthew James Ortiz Photography
A $75 four-course Mediterranean NYE menu with optional $35 wine pairing, plus a live jazz quartet for a warm, celebratory dining room experience.
When: Wed, Dec 31, 2025 | 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
Where: 35 Commercial St, Greenpoint, Brooklyn, NY
Reservations: https://www.sevenrooms.com/explore/nerina/reservations/create/search?date=2025-12-31
Rosie O’Grady’s — Dinner, Dancing, and a Ball Drop View (No Crowds)
A full NYE production near Times Square with multi-course dinner, premium open bar, live DJ, performance by Acute Inflections, and access to an exclusive sidewalk viewing area for the Ball Drop.
Where: 148 W 51st St, New York, NY
Tickets: https://nye.rosieogradys.com/
Loulou + Adelaïde’s Salon — Dinner + Speakeasy Show + Late-Night Options
Four NYE formats ranging from dinner-only to a full dinner+show+DJ package, plus options for show-and-party or post-midnight entry for late-night revelers.
Where: 176 8th Ave, New York, NY
Reservations/Info: https://resy.com/cities/new-york-ny/venues/loulou
Amali — Mediterranean NYE Prix Fixe + DJ + Ball Drop
A Mediterranean four-course NYE prix fixe with elevated mains and desserts, plus a DJ and live Ball Drop viewing for a lively-but-refined Midtown celebration.
Where: 115 E 60th St, New York, NY
Reservations: https://www.amalinyc.com/reservations/
The Alderman — Dinner Only or Dinner + Party (Open Bar + DJ)
Choose the early 4-course dinner (5:00–7:00 PM, $99) or the Dinner & Party (8:00–10:00 PM seatings, $299) with premium open bar, DJ, and all-night table access.
Where: 154 W 48th St, New York, NY
Early seating: https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=1335472&restref=1335472&experienceId=584347&utm_source=external&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=shared
Dinner + party: https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=1335472&restref=1335472&experienceId=584272&utm_source=external&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=shared
Lulla — Italian 4-Course NYE Dinner + Champagne Toast
A four-course Italian NYE dinner featuring shareable starters, holiday mains (including Osso Buco and branzino), and a champagne toast to welcome 2026.
Where: 113 W 24th St, New York, NY
Reservations: https://www.opentable.com/r/lulla-new-york
Altair — Elemental Dinner + After Party Options
Altair’s NYE includes an Elemental 4-course dinner (5:00–7:00 PM, $119), a higher-tier Dinner & After Party (from 8:00 PM, $325), and an open-bar bar-room option flowing late.
Where: 351 W 38th St, New York, NY
Early seating: https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=1283761&restref=1283761&experienceId=589758&utm_source=external&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=shared
Dinner + after party: https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=1283761&restref=1283761&experienceId=589750&utm_source=external&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=shared
PB Brasserie (Harlem) — NYE Prix Fixe + DJ + Champagne Toast
A high-energy Harlem celebration with a $130 prix fixe, champagne toast, and live DJ running throughout the day and evening for a festive, luxe night out.
When: Wed, Dec 31, 2025 | 11:00 AM–12:00 AM
Where: 60 W 125th St, New York, NY
Info: https://pbbrasserie.com/new-york-city-harlem-pb-brasserie-events
Park Rose — Festive Italian NYE Celebration
A shareable Italian-American NYE built around comfort favorites (garlic bread, burrata, arancini, pastas, steak/branzino options) plus celebratory champagne and a lively, welcoming atmosphere.
Where: Park Rose (Hotel Park Ave NYC), 444 Park Ave South, New York, NY 10016
Reservations/Info: https://www.parkrosenyc.com/
Ponty Bistro (Harlem) — $85 Prix Fixe (French Technique + West African Flair)
Ponty Bistro’s NYE prix fixe spotlights the restaurant’s signature blend of French technique and West African influence, beginning with a champagne toast and moving through vibrant starters, polished mains (scallops, hanger steak, filet, bass, roasted chicken), and classic desserts like crème brûlée and warm chocolate fondant.
Where: Harlem (Ponty Bistro)
Reservations: https://www.opentable.com/r/ponty-bistro-new-york
Family-Friendly + Live Music (Dec 30–31, 2025)
Brooklyn Bowl — “Noon Year’s Eve” Taylor Swift Birthday Party (All Ages)
A family-friendly “Noon Year’s Eve” celebration with Rock & Roll Playhouse, encouraging kids and parents to sing, dance, dress up in their favorite Taylor era, and enjoy interactive games before bedtime.
When: Wed, Dec 31, 2025 | Doors 11:00 AM / Show 12:00 PM
Where: Brooklyn Bowl, Brooklyn
Event page: https://www.brooklynbowl.com/brooklyn/events/detail/the-rock-and-roll-playhouse-plays-music-of-taylor-swift-k7vgfbulsxxdg
Tickets (direct): https://www.brooklynbowl.com/brooklyn/events/detail/the-rock-and-roll-playhouse-plays-music-of-taylor-swift-k7vgfbulsxxdg
Brooklyn Bowl — Andy Frasco & The U.N. (Two-Night Residency, 21+)
Start 2026 with two nights of high-energy indie folk-rock-funk-jazz fusion, with support from Mr. Mota on 12/30 and Caleb Hawley on 12/31.
Tue, Dec 30, 2025: Doors 6:00 PM / Show 9:00 PM — https://www.brooklynbowl.com/brooklyn/events/detail/andy-frasco-the-u-n-k7vgfbsdf4euw
Wed, Dec 31, 2025: Doors 6:00 PM / Show 10:00 PM — https://www.brooklynbowl.com/brooklyn/events/detail/andy-frasco-the-u-n-k7vgfbsd_cekx