Looking for last-minute plans for New Year’s Eve in Philadelphia? Metro has you covered.
Dave & Buster’s
Dave & Buster’s is hosting two parties on New Year’s Eve, with different time frames for guests to ring in the New Year. The first is a family-friendly celebration (4 to 7 p.m.), which is perfect for families and children, and will feature fireworks at 6 p.m. Then, from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., there will be a 21+ event for adult guests, featuring entertainment, food, and midnight fireworks.
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, 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.
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
Chris’ Jazz Cafe
Ring in the New Year with the vibrant energy of live jazz at Chris’ Jazz Cafe on Sansom Street. Let the bold and soulful vocals of silken chanteuse Chelsea Reed, backed by a dynamic five-piece brass and reed ensemble, set the tone for your celebration. Reed’s jazz-infused, powerhouse voice is perfectly suited for swing music—blending original tunes with big band classics—that’ll outshine even the fireworks outside.
1421 Sansom Street, chrisjazzcafe.com
Trestle Inn
What better way to ring in the New Year than with a stellar whiskey selection, go-go dancing, and a legendary disco playlist? Add the charm of the Eraserhood to the mix, and you’ve got a celebration worth toasting. At the Trestle Inn, DJ Steve J keeps the vibe alive with an all-vinyl disco set, while the Trestle Specials—Connie Love, Rico Fellini, and CeCe Summers—bring the energy with live go-go performances. Tickets are $60 per person, and include a champagne toast.
339 N. 11th Street, thetrestleinn.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
