New Year's Eve Events

Check out San Diego's 2013 New Year's Eve & New Year's Day activities. We are constantly adding to this list. Please check back periodically for more listings. If you'd like to add your event to our list, please submit the event.

New Year’s Bash At The New Children's Museum

Promotional logo for The New Children's Museum's New Year’s Bash on December 28th from 10am-4pm.

Friday, December 28, 2012, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

On December 28th from 10am-4pm, ring in 2013 with The New Children’s Museum! Festivities include dance and musical performances, hands-on art workshops and scavenger hunts that are all inspired by colorful, energetic street art!

Kids' New Year's Eve At Legoland

Promotional graphic for Kids' New Year's Eve at Legoland.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 2 p.m.

The New Year’s Eve festivities kick-off early at LEGOLAND California with a party that lets kids celebrate the ringing in of 2013 without missing their bedtime.

Celebrate New Year's Eve At Marina Kitchen

Interior image of Marina Kitchen at the San Diego Marriott Marquis & Marina.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 5 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Ring in the New Year with family, friends and loved ones while enjoying delicious multi-course dinner.

New Year's Eve-Ning At Grant Grill

Exterior image of The US Grant Hotel.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 5:30 p.m.

Whether you are seeking a savory meal, sultry music, or a fusion of both, Grant Grill & Lounge is THE place to be this December 31st.

New Year's Eve With Chet & The Committee At The Cosmo

Exterior image of the Old Town Cosmopolitan Hotel and Restaurant.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 5:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Celebrate New Year’s at The Cosmo with Chet and The Committee, San Diego’s favorite swingin’ good-time blues and rockin’ boogie band.

Gaslamp New Year's Eve 2013 Pubcrawl

Promotional graphic for the 2013 New Years Eve Pub Crawl in San Diego Gaslamp District.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Don't waste your time at one party when you crash more than 10, save big cash, and have the time of your life this NYE at the 2013 New Year's Eve Pub Crawl.

W San Diego's Unmasq'd New Year's Eve Dinner & Masquerade Party

Exterior image of the W San Diego Hotel. Courtesy to the W San Diego.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 6 p.m.

Guests can fuel up on a celebratory menu, created by executive chef Kevin Harry, before the fun begins, with seatings at 6 p.m. & at 9 p.m. After dinner, party-goers will slip into complimentary, festive masks, enjoy music and bubbly.

Celebrate The New Year At Tower 13

Graphic flyer for Celebrate the New Year's Eve at Tower 13.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Come Celebrate the New year at Tower (20)13. What's better than celebrating the New Year with dancing, dining and an ocean view.

New Year’s Eve At Zia’s Bistro

Interior image of Zia's Bistro.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 6 p.m.

Guests will enjoy a special menu featuring the best of the best dishes served at Zia’s Bistro throughout 2012, and champagne and wine specials will be available all evening.

New Year’s Eve At Busalacchi’s A Modo Mio

Interior image of Busalacchi's A Modo Mio.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 6 p.m.

Ring in 2013 the Italian way at Busalacchi’s A Modo Mio. Celebrated San Diego restaurateur and chef Joe Busalacchi will set aside his regular menu and do things “a modo mio” or “my way” for a special New Year’s Eve dinner service.

Via Lago Trattoria New Year's Eve

Exterior image of Via Lago Trattoria.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 6 p.m.

Guests will enjoy a special menu featuring the best of the best dishes served at Via Lago Trattoria throughout 2012. As the clock approaches midnight grab noisemakers and a complimentary glass of champagne, and ring in 2013 like only Via Lago can!

New Year's Eve 2013 At The The Pearl Hotel

Exterior image of the Pearl Hotel. Courtesy of the Perl Hotel.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 6:30 p.m. to midnight

Join The Pearl Hotel on New Year's Eve for specialty cocktails, complimentary champagne, intimate lighting and a three-course meal for two.

New Year's Eve Comedy Show

Graphic logo for The Comedy Palace, hosting two New Year's Eve shows.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 6:30 p.m.

It's party time! Ring in the new year with a comedy extravaganza at The Comedy Palace! This is the perfect way to kick off your night! See national headlining stand-up comedians for an hour and a half of non-stop laughs!

New Year's Eve At Anthology

Promotional graphic of New Year's Eve At Anthology with The Trip.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 7 p.m.

San Diego’s premiere entertainment hot spot, Anthology, will welcome 2013 with an unforgettable night of dining and a live performance by classic rock cover band, The Trip this New Year’s Eve on Monday, December 31st.

Join Us For An Exclusive New Year's Eve Celebration At La Gran Tapa!

Promotional graphic for the Masked Ball Of Venice - an exclusive New Year's Eve celebrationat La Gran Tapa, December 31, 2012. Courtesy of La Gran Tapa.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 7 p.m.

Join us for an exclusive New Year's Eve celebration with extraordinary entertainment, live music and dancing, an authentic European tapas buffet, cocktails and festive party favors.

Join Us For A Fascinating All Inclusive New Year's Eve Celebration At The Turquoise

Promotional graphic for the New Years Eve celebration at The Turquoise, December 31, 2012. Courtesy of The Turquoise

Monday, December 31, 2012, 7 p.m.

Join us for another far-out New Year's Eve celebration with the world's hottest dance band Hot Blood Orkestar, dancers, live music and dancing, a European tapas buffet, cocktails and festive party favors.

New Year's Eve Gala Aboard The USS Midway

Graphic for the USS Midway Museum, who will be hosting a New Years Eve Gala Aboard The USS Midway on December 31st, 2012.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.

What better place to celebrate the new year than with a great dinner, dancing, live entertainment, and champagne on the flight deck!

FLUXX New Year's Eve Champagne Ball 2013

Promotional flyer for FLUXX New Year's Eve Champagne Ball 2013 on December 31st.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 8 p.m.

10-9-8-7-6-5-4-3-2-1 HAPPY NEW YEAR! Looking for a hot spot to ring in 2013? FLUXX is the place to be! Champagne, lots of sexy people and amazing entertainment!

2013 New Year's Eve At The Hard Rock Hotel

Exterior image of the Hard Rock Hotel San Diego.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 8 p.m.

Hard Rock Hotel hosts the ultimate San Diego New Year’s Eve party with 3 floors, 5 venues and 12 DJs including this year’s headliner EC Twins.

7th Annual New Year's Eve Yacht Party

Image of the the Inspiration Hornblower yacht. Courtesy of Hornblower.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Ring in the New Year on the largest private charter yacht in Socal! Join us for the 7th annual All Inclusive New Year’s Eve Yacht Party on our triple deck Yacht with 1000 other VIP’s on the smooth waters of San Diego Bay!

New Year's Eve Beach Party 2013

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Monday, December 31, 2012, 8 p.m. to 3 a.m.

Kick your new year off right by counting down at the beautiful Catamaran Resort in Pacific Beach. VAVi’s all-inclusive New Year’s Eve party at the beach is the most fun you can have in San Diego and is the perfect way to cap off your holiday season!

Midnight Kiss - New Year's Eve 2013 At The Bristol Hotel

Promotional graphic for the Midnight Kiss New Year's Eve 2013 At The Bristol Hotel from 8pm-2am.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Spend your evening in luxury ringing in the New Year at the Luxury Boutique Hotel, Bristol Court located in the Heart of San Diego's Gaslamp District. Come enjoy an unforgettable champagne countdown directly under the stars.

Ring INN The New Year With RB Inn

Promotional image of the Rancho Bernardo Inn's Veranda Restaurant.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Ring INN the New Year with Rancho Bernardo Inn's feasts and festivities beginning 8:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Guests can enjoy a 3-course meal with fresh Mediterranean twists featuring DJ, dancing, champagne toast and party favors.

US Grant New Year's Eve Soiree: The Bivouac

Promotional flyer for US Grant New Year's Eve Soiree; The Bivouac! on December 31st. "An epic end to 2012!

Monday, December 31, 2012, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Toast to 2012 and set an unequalled precedent for 2013 as one of the first to partake in celebration at The US Grant's 1st Annual New Year's Eve Soiree: The Bivouac for an upscale, more intimate alternative to the nightclub scene.

Hornblower New Year's Eve Cruises

Promotional image of Hornblower Cruises & Events on the San Diego Bay.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Why wait for the last minute to risk being left out on the most illustrious and prominently celebrated evening of the year. Join the Hornblower for muliple New Year's Eve cruise options.

Victory Nightlife Presents The New Year's Eve 2013 Block Party

Promotional graphic for the House of Blues New Year's Eve Block Party.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 9 p.m.

Victory Nightlife presents the New Year's Eve 2013 Block Party at House of Blues San Diego on Monday, December 31, 2012 at 9 p.m., doors open at 9 p.m. This event is SOLD OUT but we will be releasing a limited amount of tickets the day of the event.

New Year's Eve At The W Hotel

Exterior image of the W San Diego Hotel. Courtesy to the W San Diego.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Your New Year's Eve plans have been officially set! So get ready for a celebration of sheer nightlife indulgence at its absolute finest. Party favors, 3 midnight balloon drops & a countdown that will be 2nd to no other in America's favorite city.

Andaz San Diego's Hottest New Year’s Eve Party

Promotional graphic for Andaz San Diego's Hottest New Year’s Eve Party on December 31st, 2012. Courtesy to Ivy Nightclub.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Andaz San Diego and Ivy Nightclub will launch into 2013 with a New Year’s Eve bash providing party-goers with multiple venues and acclaimed DJs as they celebrate in style.

San Diego New Year's Eve Gala At The Hilton Bayfront

Promotional graphic for the Big Night San Diego New Year's Eve Gala at The Hilton Bayfront, December 31, 2012 from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 9 p.m. to 3 a.m.

Featuring 12 spectacular, themed party areas, Big Night San Diego offers the best of everything. You will be treated to first class service, fully-stocked bars all night and buffet – and you'll enjoy a variety of entertainment that is unparalleled.

Midnight In Paris New Year's Eve 2013

Promotional graphic for the Midnight in Paris New Year's Eve 2013 at the Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter. Courtesy of Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 9 p.m.

There is only one possible place that you would want to be this New Years Eve in San Diego, and that's at the New Year's Eve 2013 party at the Westin San Diego's California Ballroom featuring DJ Scotty Boy!

Stingaree New Year's Eve Celebration

Promotional flyer for ringing in 2013 with Stingaree.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Stingaree nightclub, San Diego's most captivating nightlife experience located in the Gaslamp Quarter, will be ringing in 2013 with an over-the-top celebration this year.

Flagship Cruises' New Year's Eve Party Cruise

Promotional graphic for the Flagship Cruises' New Year's Eve Party Cruise on December 31st, 2012.

Monday, December 31, 2012, 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Dance the night away with breathtaking views of the city skyline. So, join Flagship Cruises and Events for a premium San Diego New Year's Eve party!

New Year's Day Brunch At RB Inn

Exterior image of the Rancho Bernardo Inn entrance.

Tuesday, January 1, 2013, 8 a.m. to noon

Join the Rancho Bernardo Inn for New Year's Day Brunch in it's signature Bernardo Ballroom where live music and plentiful menu will be served.

Polar Bear Plunge 2013

Promotional image of participants of the Polar Bear Plunge 2010.

Tuesday, January 1, 2013, 10 a.m.

Only in San Diego can you still go into the ocean during the Winter. Join the La Jolla Cove Swim Club in the annual Polar Bear Plunge into La Jolla Cove. This is the perfect start to the New Year!

San Diego Symphony's New Year’s Concert 2013

Promotional photo of Andreas Mitisek, Conductor (Vienna). Mitisek is Artistic and General Director of Long Beach Opera and General Director of Chicago Opera Theater. Photo courtesy of Long Beach Opera

Tuesday, January 1, 2013, 2:30 p.m.

With Andreas Mitisek as conductor, this will be a magnificent re-creation of Vienna’s world famous New Year’s Concert featuring a stellar cast of more than 75 musicians, European singers and charming dancers.