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2025 Las Vegas New Year’s Eve Travel Guide (+ Sample Itineraries)

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Las Vegas is worth visiting anytime, but there’s nothing like ringing in the new year in Sin City. There are always plenty of parties, restaurants, and events for you to check out, regardless of the New Year’s Eve experience you are trying to have.

Looking for luxury? Start with a massage and mani-pedi at a high-end spa along the Strip. Feel like a feast? Indulge in a gourmet meal before moving on to one of the many (and we mean many) New Year’s Eve concerts, clubs, or parties. And when the clock strikes twelve, you can join 300,000+ partygoers at various spots along the Strip to watch the ball drop, sip champagne, and enjoy the spectacular fireworks display that lights up the night sky.

No matter the type of evening you want for your last night of 2024, you need to make your plans and book your tickets now—they are selling out as we speak.

Not sure where to start? We’ve compiled some sample Las Vegas NYE 2025 itineraries below to help you out.

Travel Tips

  • Book early: Hotel rooms will be booked up quickly and tickets will sell out fast.
  • Arrive early: Las Vegas Boulevard gets blocked off for the party at 6:00 PM, and with 300,000+ people descending on The Strip, traffic will be crazy all night. Avoid it by opting for cabs, rideshares, shuttles, or the Las Vegas Monorail.
  • Dress appropriately: If you’re spending time outside, wear layers. Vegas may be known for its sun and warmth, but the desert does get cold at night and you will want a jacket. Also, be aware that backpacks, coolers, and strollers are prohibited on Las Vegas Boulevard between 6:00 PM on December 31 and 6:00 AM on January 1.
  • Drink responsibly: While many event tickets include an open bar or bottle service, be sure to drink some water between cocktails. You’ll thank yourself in the morning.
  • Forget the glass: Between 6:00 PM on December 31 and 6:00 AM on January 1, glass containers are banned along The Strip (south of Sahara and north of Sunset Avenue), as well as on the sidewalks bordering that portion of Las Vegas Boulevard.
  • Carry your hotel key with you: Between 11:00 PM and 1:00 AM, many hotels require proof that you are a guest in order to gain access to the property.

Las Vegas NYE 2025 Parties and Events

With so many events on the go and new ones being added all the time, it’s difficult to list all your options for spending NYE in Las Vegas. To help you ring in the new year your way, we’ve compiled the Las Vegas 2025 NYE events we think are the best of the best. First on our list is the official city of Las Vegas New Year’s Eve party and Club Crawl:

Family-Friendly NYE Events in Las Vegas

Dinner & Drinks

Check out this list of restaurants taking reservations for New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas.

Concerts & Performances

DJs, Parties & Clubs

Fireworks & Fireworks Viewing Parties

New Year's Day

While things are pretty much back to normal by the time New Year’s Day morning—or afternoon for those who stayed out extra late—rolls around, you’ll still find some special New-year-related events on January 1:

Breakfasts, Brunches & Lunches

Bonus Points: Head to the Grand Canyon

Get a jump on your New Year’s Resolutions and cross an item off your bucket list: see the Grand Canyon. Whether you squeeze it in under the clock on December 31st or start the new year off right with a healthy dose of awe, make a trip to the Grand Canyon part of your New Year’s experience.

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Image Source: In SapphoWeTrust via Wikimedia Commons.

5 Sample Las Vegas NYE 2025 Itineraries

With so many options for how to ring in the new year in Vegas, it can be hard to narrow down your plans and create an itinerary for your evening. To help get you started, we’ve put together five sample itineraries for families, foodies, partygoers, luxury lovers, and budget travelers.

Sample Itinerary #1: Families

Yes, family-friendly activities are happening for New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas! Check out these Las Vegas New Year’s events:

Start your night off earlyLas Vegas Wild New Year’s Eve Party — Rainforest Cafe
Dinner timeTry this list of family-friendly restaurants from TripAdvisor
When the clock strikes 12Watch the Fireworks Shows from the High Roller Observation Wheel or check out the Ice Rink Fireworks Viewing Party at The Cosmopolitan
New Year’s DayCheck out this list of kid-friendly breakfast restaurants from Yelp

And later…

Visit the Grand Canyon’s West Rim with Canyon Tours

Sample Itinerary #2: Foodies

Las Vegas is a smorgasbord for foodies any day of the year, but it’s even more enticing on NYE. Here’s what we recommend for foodies on the hunt for that perfect Las Vegas NYE 2025 meal:

Start your night off rightEarly seating at Eiffel Tower Restaurant
The feast continuesCheers to New Year’s Eve — WAKUDA
When the clock strikes 12New Year Note to Self — CHICA
New Year’s DayBrunch — Yardbird

Sample Itinerary #3: Party Goers

Want to ring in the new year on the dance floor? Check out these Las Vegas New Year’s events:

Parties NYE 25 — Proper Eats Las Vegas
Area15 New Year’s Eve MasqueRave
Rooftop Party at BEER PARK
New Year’s Eve LA Epic Las Vegas Club Crawl — The Vegas Strip
When the clock strikes 12New Year’s Eve Party at Chéri Rooftop
New Year’s DayPink Brunch New Year’s Day Edition — La Mona Rosa

Sample Itinerary #4: Budget-Conscious

Spending New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas doesn’t have to break the bank. Check out these budget-friendly events:

Cheap(er) drinks, shows, and lots of dining optionsTime of Your Life Festival™ — Fremont Street Experience
When the clock strikes 12Stick around at the Time of Your Life Festival™ for the “iconic countdown to the New Year culminating in an epic display of pyrotechnics and digital fireworks on the world’s largest screen”

Or, check out the free fireworks show on the The Strip

New Year’s DayTrip to the Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, or Lake Mead — Canyon Tours

Sample Itinerary #5: Luxury Lovers

Ready to spare no expense this NYE? Welcome 2022 with these luxurious Las Vegas New Year’s Eve events:

Start your night off rightSpa specials — The Spa at ARIA
Dinner timeA Miso Happy New Year — WAKUDA
Take in a show“O” BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL® — Bellagio Hotel & Casino
Fantasy — Luxor Hotel & Casino
Dance the night awayNew Year’s Eve at Prestige — Prestige Club Lounge
New Year’s DayNew Year’s Day Brunch — Eiffel Tower Restaurant

Followed by…

Grand Canyon Deluxe Airplane and Hummer Tour — Canyon Tours

Conclusion

Planning to spend New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas? Between all the Las Vegas new year’s events, attractions, and shows, there’s much to choose from. Remember that tickets tend to sell out quickly (and may already be sold out), so lock in your plans and snap up those reservations now!

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About Ria Borja

Ria is a Customer Experience Manager at Canyon Tours and an avid lover of the outdoors. When she isn't helping other travelers check destinations and dream vacations off their bucket lists, she's busy exploring the Southwest. Her favorite place to visit is (unsurprisingly!) the Grand Canyon.