Looking to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Philly? Whether you’re looking for a pre-fixe dinner, a spirited party, or even a family event, we’ve got you covered.
Mr. Ivy
This new nightclub destination in the city recently opened, and for New Year’s Eve, Mr. Ivy is offering a 20’s themed celebration for $75 per person. Tickets get you a four-hour open bar (10 p.m. to 2 a.m.), premium buffet options, a champagne toast at midnight, plus, live acrobatic performances throughout the night.
459 N 3rd St., upcomingevents.com/e/nye-2025-mr-ivy
River Twice
River Twice will be hosting a special seven-course tasting menu, a complimentary champagne toast, and late-seating caviar service for New Year’s Eve in Philly. The dinner service will feature dishes like quail glazed in pork jus, Nantucket bay scallops, Carolina gold rice porridge, fromage blanc and more.
The dinner will be priced at $150 per person, guests can choose to sit in the dining room or front row at the Chef’s Counter. Beverage pairings will also be available for purchase in-house, but all guests will receive a complimentary glass of bubbles (late seating will include caviar service). Seatings will run from 5 to 10 p.m., and reservations can be booked now on OpenTable.
601 E Passyunk Ave., rivertwicerestaurant.com
Little Walter’s
For New Year’s Eve in Philly, the city’s new contemporary Polish restaurant and bar from Chef/Owner Michael Brenfleck is going big with an eight-course menu. With seatings at 5:30 and 8:30 p.m., dishes span an expansive selection of savory and sweet handmade pierogis for $150 per person. Reservations can be made via Resy.
2049 E Hagert St., littlewaltersphilly.com
LMNO
While at LMNO, the lounge will be open from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. with a DJ and a complimentary tequila toast at midnight. The main dining room will also be open from 5 to 11 p.m., serving special drinks and dishes like spiked Mexican hot chocolate, Milk & Cookies, and different tamales. No tickets are required.
1739-1749 N Front St.,lmnophilly.com
SNACKTIME at the Brooklyn Bowl
Philly’s own SNACKTIME band is throwing a New Year’s Eve bash at Brooklyn Bowl. Dubbed SNACKTIME 2025: A SPACELUV ODYSSEY, this event is a nod to the Stanley Kubrick classic, and will feature sets from SNACKTIME, thematic decor and cocktails, surprise merch drops, a special DJ guest opener and more. Doors open at 8 p.m. with the show beginning at 9 p.m., tickets (various prices) are available online.
1009 Canal St., ticketmaster.com
Bank & Bourbon
At Bank & Bourbon, locals can indulge in a 3-course pre-fixe menu ($85 per person, seatings from 5 to 11 p.m.), with an extra wine pairing available for $40. The fun then continues with their “Beats at the Bank” party ($75) which includes passed light bites, a complimentary half bottle of champagne per guest and a special live DJ performance from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Locals can also score a room at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel (where the restaurant is located) through their New Year’s Eve package, which also includes access to their NYE dinner and party, a $100 credit for brunch, late check-out, and two sets of Rehydration Eye Patches from Joseph Anthony Retreat Spa & Salon. Pricing can be found online.
1200 Market St., bankandbourbon.com
Enswell
Those looking to entice their tastebuds for New Year’s Eve in Philly can head to Enswell for a dinner crafted by Executive Chef Andrew Farley. The prix-fixe menu ($150 per person) features dishes like beef wellington, lobster bucatini, oysters and caviar and more. There’s also an optional wine pairing for an additional $75. Reservations can be made online.
1528 Spruce St., tables.toasttab.com
W Philadelphia
There will be two New Year’s Eve parties happening at the W Philadelphia. As a release notes, the Living Room will have live music all night long, while the WET Bar will celebrate the new year with an event dubbed Krispy Presents: Club Advisory.
One ticket ($100+) provides access to both parties and includes a Veuve Cliquot toast at midnight, a roving oyster shucker from Oysters XO, elevated passed canapes and more. Table reservations are available for groups of 4 to 20, and for those who want to stay overnight, the venue is offering special room packages as well (prices vary.)
1439 Chestnut St., marriott.com
Concourse
On Dec. 31, Concourse will be offering a five-hour premium open bar, ball pit, ice room, Sweat Daddy on the decks and a champagne toast at midnight. Tickets ($95) are available online.
1635 Market St. (Back Entrance), concoursedancebar.com
Walnut Wonderland
Those looking for a family-friendly event are in luck with Walnut Wonderland. On New Year’s Eve, all ages can head to the urban holiday cocktail garden to indulge in DIY s’mores, raclette cheese fries, Belgian waffles with a smattering of toppings, plus a variety of drink specials from 5 to 7 p.m. Dogs are also welcome, no tickets required.
1708 Walnut St., walnutphl.com
Forsythia
Philadelphians can indulge in a five-course feast at Forsythia on Dec. 31. For $120 per person, dishes span an endive salad, bay scallop carpaccio, artichoke mousseline, tournedos rossini and pavlova to finish things off on a sweet note. Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made via Resy.
233 Chestnut St., forsythiaphilly.com
City Cruises
Locals looking to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Philly can opt for a cruise for brunch (board at 11 a.m.), early dinner (4 p.m.) or late dinner (9 p.m.) aboard the Spirit of Philadelphia. Each cruise includes a buffet, premium cocktails, live DJ entertainment, and views of the Philadelphia skyline from the water. Tickets (various prices) are available online.
401 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd, cityexperiences.com
