New Years Eve Celebrations In Tampa You Don’t Want To Miss
Are you ready for 2025? The countdown to the new year has officially begun. There are plenty of New Years Eve events happening around Tampa Bay, so the only problem is choosing one to ring in the new year!
When you think of best places to celebrate New Years, usually the first that comes to mind is Times Square, or at a theme park like Disney World (Orlando is actually the second-best city for ringing in the new year, according to Wallet Hub). Tampa also made the list of best party cities for New Years Eve. We ranked #32, so a spot in the top 50 isn’t too bad!
Great Tampa New Years Eve Events To Ring In 2025
Whether you want to party in style at one of Tampa’s hottest bars and lounges, watch fireworks over the Tampa skyline or on a beach. Keep scrolling to see the best New Years Eve celebrations in Tampa Bay.
DJ Diesel, Shaq, NYE Party at Armature Works
How many chances will you have to see Shaq DJ? He’ll be headlining the party this year at Armature Works, which is always a great NYE location! Starting at 8 p.m. and running until 2 a.m., this event, organized by Pied Piper Productions, promises dancing, music, and a dazzling view of Tampa Bay’s skyline lit up by a fireworks display at midnight. General admission tickets start at $105. Click HERE for more info.
New Year’s Eve Beach Party – Whiskey Joes
For a more relaxed and cheaper option, Whiskey Joes is hosting a beach bash to ring in 2025. With live music from 8:30pm – 12:30am, a champagne toast at midnight, and the best view of the fireworks in all of Tampa. You can buy early bird tickets for $35 or pay $40 at the door on the day of. Click here for more info. 7720 W. Courtney Campbell Causeway, Tampa.
New Year’s Eve at the Blind Goat
Want a sweet all you can eat & drink deal? The party at the Blind Goat (4106 Henderson Blvd, Tampa) might be your best option! A ticket gets you unlimited access to their open bar all night long, their dinner buffet, a midnight champagne toast, and, of course, live music and dancing. Unfortunately the $99 early bird tickets are all sold out. But there are still general admission tickets available here.
Yacht Starship New Year’s Eve Cruise
Get ready to bid farewell to 2024 in style. Aboard Yacht StarShip’s New Year’s Eve Celebration Cruise in Tampa or Clearwater for an evening of celebration and memories. Each ticket includes: 2 Hour Cruise (30 Minutes Dockside Afterward), Open Bar, Hand Passed Hors D’oeuvres, Gourmet Food Stations, Carving Station, Hand Passed Desserts, DJ Entertainment, Champagne Toast At Midnight, Party Favors. Get your tickets here.
The Saint – St. Petersburg
This will be your last chance to experience The Saint! One of Tampa Bay’s best speakeasy’s is hosting a Moulin Rouge New Year’s Eve ball before they change concepts in 2025. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door.
49 24th Street North, Saint Petersburg
Tori Bar New Years Eve
Get ready for the ultimate New Year’s Eve celebration at Tori Bar (442 West Grand Central Avenue #190 Tampa), where elegance meets excitement. They’ll have Hors d’oeuvres until 11pm, a champagne toast at midnight, tarot card readings, live music, dancing, and photo ops. VIP tickets are sold out but general admission tickets are still available here.
New Year’s Eve at Mandarin Heights
Grab some friends and head to Seminole Heights for a more laid back party. Step into the sparkling world of Mandarin Heights and celebrate the arrival of 2025. They NYE party will feature elevated craft cocktails, live music, and DJ beats to keep you dancing into the new year. Toast to new beginnings with a complimentary midnight champagne toast as we ring in 2025. Tickets are only $15! 5901 N Florida Ave Tampa
