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Celebrating the New Year in Santa Monica 2025/2026

What better way to ring in the new year than by celebrating beachside in Santa Monica?! View everything from the best Santa Monica New Year’s Eve parties and events to New Year’s Eve dining. Then, continue the holiday weekend with New Year’s Day happenings.

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New Year’s Eve Events & Parties

The New Year’s Party of the Century

Step into 2026 with a Roaring Twenties–inspired evening that captures the energy, elegance, and celebration of the era. With live music from Cardinal Gold and a midnight balloon drop over the Pacific, it’s the perfect start to Casa del Mar’s centennial year. Reserve your early or late dinner seating, or secure General Admission with our exclusive presale—available now. Begin 2026 with a truly exceptional choice. Purchase tickets here.

Midnight at the Big Top at Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bunglows

Welcome to Midnight at the Big Top as we count down to the New Year by the sea. Keep a glass in hand from our premium open bar while the room fills with music, magic, and a little mystery. DJ Steve 1Der keeps the groove alive all night long. Tarot readers, magicians, and classic circus moments drift through the space and bring the celebration to life in true Bungalow style. Life feels brighter at The Bungalow this New Year’s Eve.  Purchase tickets here.

Disney+ Hulu Ice Skating Theme Nights

Join us for a family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration! Experience ice skating under the stars and the excitement of a countdown to midnight (East Coast time). Event schedule here. 

Bodega Wine Bar- New Year’s Eve Celebration

Ring in 2026 With Us! We’ll have a DJ, no cover charge, drink specials & late-night bites from the kitchen until 11 PM. Let’s make this NYE legendary.

New Year’s Eve Musical Review at Santa Monica Playhouse

Celebrate over 50 years of Santa Monica Playhouse’s New Year’s Eve Musical Revue on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, featuring live performances, special guests, champagne, sparkling juice, and a delectable dessert buffet for a family-friendly evening of singing, dancing, and laughter. With shows at 7:00 pm and 10:30 pm—including a midnight meet-and-greet and a special appearance by Shelley Fisher—this beloved, multi-media celebration is one of LA’s most acclaimed New Year’s Eve events, so book early to secure your spot. Purchase tickets here. 

New Year’s Eve Comedy Show at The Crow

We’re ringing in the New Year with an early show (so you can double up on parties — or hit the hay early)! Whichever path you choose: join us first at The Crow for our favorite stand up show curated with elevated comedy featuring comics from HBO, Netflix, Comedy Central, and late night TV. Make reservations here.

Crawl til the Ball Falls at Britannia Pub

Ring in the New Year with Barcrawlerz as they take over Santa Monica for an unforgettable NYE bar crawl. Pre-purchase your wristband, check in at Britannia Pub to receive your map and wristband, and enjoy entry to participating bars—including Barney’s Beanery, Cabo Cantina, Holey Moley, and Santa Monica Whaler—plus exclusive drink specials all night long. For questions, email info@barcrawlerz.com or call us at (310) 273-8772 Ext. 5.

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Santa Monica New Year’s Eve Dining

Terrazza at Hotel Casa del Mar

Ring in the New Year with General Admission and VIP ticket options available exclusively on Eventbrite, including a limited-time Buy 1, Party for 2 pre-sale for $225 pre-tax from 11/26/25–12/1/25, pre-sale General Admission for $175 pre-tax from 12/2/25–12/7/25, and General Admission for $225 pre-tax with pricing increasing starting 12/8/25, each including entry, drink vouchers, holiday bites, and a Champagne toast at midnight. Elevated VIP experiences range from $600 pre-tax Staged Side VIP Tables for two guests to $1,400 pre-tax Reserved VIP Lounge Seating for four guests and $3,500 pre-tax Reserved VIP Cabanas for eight guests, featuring inclusions such as drink vouchers or open bar service, bottles of Pommery Champagne, Casa Caviar service, reserved seating, holiday bites, and a Champagne toast at midnight. Make your reservation. 

Lunetta

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Lunetta with an elegant, multi-course dinner beginning with Osetra caviar and smoked salmon paired with French Brut Rosé, followed by refined seasonal dishes such as wild amberjack crudo, lobster ravioli, and a choice of mains including almond-dusted John Dory, Perigord truffle chicken, or filet of beef with king crab. Make your reservation.

Orla at Regent Santa Monica Beach

Ring in the new year with a refined four-course dinner at Orla by Michael Mina. Against the backdrop of the Pacific, savor each artfully plated course that marries seasonal inspiration with modern elegance, setting the tone for a spectacular year ahead. Make your reservation. 

Marelle

This New Year’s Eve, join us at Marelle to sip, savor, and celebrate as we ring in 2026! Our curated holiday menu features the best of coastal California cuisine, crafted with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Whether you’re spending the evening with friends, family, or someone special, Marelle is the perfect place to create unforgettable memories.

Dance the night away to a live DJ while enjoying our signature cocktails, made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. At midnight, raise a glass for a champagne toast and celebrate the new year with good company, great food, and festive cheer.

Reservations are filling up fast—don’t miss out on the ultimate New Year’s Eve experience. Book your table today and make this celebration one to remember! Make your reservation.

Water Grill

Celebrate the New Year at Water Grill with our four-course prix fixe menu. Champagne toast at midnight to welcome in the New Year. Make your reservation.

Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows

Ring in the New Year with friends and family at FIG Santa Monica and indulge in our exclusive multi-course New Year’s Eve dinner, featuring caviar-topped starters, rich lobster raviolo, truffle-kissed Chilean sea bass, and so much more. Alternatively, experience an intimate, chef-led New Year’s Eve at Soko, our 8-seat sushi bar celebrating the timeless art of sushi.Join us in the Lobby Lounge, where live music sets the mood and, as midnight approaches, raise a glass for a sparkling champagne toast to welcome 2026. If the circus is more your style, continue the night at The Bungalow’s Midnight at the Big Top, spectacular. Tickets include a five-hour premium open bar. Kick off 2026 with festive brunch at Fig Santa Monica, including poached pear French toast, caviar-crowned potato puffs, and a hearty pastrami hash. Make a reservation.

Chez Jay

Join us for dinner and our famous balloon drop countdown at midnight! We’re offering up a special celebratory menu only available on 12.31 featuring a Prime Cut Tomahawk, Grilled Roasted Australian Rack of Lamb, Wild Caught Lobster Tail & New York Combo and more… Make your reservation.

Meat on Ocean

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Meat On Ocean on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, with a four-course prix fixe menu highlighting Wagyu Gold from Snake River Farms and a Champagne toast at midnight to welcome the New Year. Reserve your New Year’s Eve table and mark the moment with a wish of your own. Make your reservation.

Shoreside Santa Monica

Our special New Year’s Eve dinner invites you to savor a three-course celebration crafted for cozy indulgence and festive flair. Begin with a Roasted Heirloom Tomato Soup, silky and bright, topped with a crisp parmesan wafer for the perfect savory crunch. For the main event, enjoy a classic Surf & Turf—a tender Prime Beef Filet Mignon finished with a rich port wine bordelaise, paired with a buttery Lobster Tail dressed in béarnaise. Served alongside grilled asparagus and creamy Yukon potatoes, it’s the kind of dish that makes the last evening of the year feel extra special. Finish on a sweet note with our Tahitian Vanilla Crème Brûlée, caramelized to perfection and topped with fresh berries. A delicious way to welcome 2026—one bite at a time. Reserve your table today. Make your reservation.

Rustic Canyon

Ring in the New Year at Rustic Canyon with an expansive New Year’s Eve 2025 menu celebrating bold flavors, pristine local seafood, and peak seasonal produce from ichiban oysters and spiny lobster a la diabla to duck confit, prime skirt steak and lamb birria. The evening is finished with decadent desserts and elevated add-ons like Santa Barbara uni, Tsar Nicolai caviar, and Perigord black truffle, honoring the farmers and artisans behind every bite. Make your reservation.

1 Pico

New Year’s Eve at 1 Pico is a celebration designed to delight the senses. Prepare for an evening of exceptional flavors, ocean air, and the kind of spirited company that sets the tone for a brilliant year to come. Make your reservation.

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Santa Monica New Year’s Day 2026 Dining

FIG Santa Monica

Welcome the new year with a refined brunch at FIG. Savor Poached Pear French Toast with whipped crème fraîche, indulge in Potato Puffs crowned with caviar and champagne hollandaise, or enjoy a hearty Pastrami Hash topped with perfectly poached eggs. A festive, flavorful start to 2026 awaits. Make your reservation.

 

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