Get ready, Tampa—2025 is calling! If you’re looking to make this New Year’s Eve unforgettable, the city’s nightlife and dining scene have you covered with an incredible lineup of events. Whether you’re toasting to the New Year in a glitzy ballroom, partying beachfront with fireworks, or dancing at one of Tampa’s hottest spots, there are plenty of events to ring in 2025 in style. From themed dinners and craft cocktails to live DJs and epic countdowns, Tampa’s NYE celebrations promise a night you won’t forget.
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DJ Diesel, Shaq, NYE Party at Armature Works
Armature Works
1910 N Ola Ave
8pm-2am
ing in the New Year at Armature Works , 1910 N Ola Ave, in Tampa with DJ Diesel – the legendary Shaquille O’Neal! Known worldwide as an NBA Hall of Famer and now an iconic DJ, Shaq returns to Tampa for a high-energy celebration along the Hillsborough River. Starting at 8 p.m. and running until 2 a.m., this event, organized by Pied Piper Productions, promises dancing, music, and a dazzling view of Tampa Bay’s skyline lit up by a fireworks display at midnight.
Tickets are on sale, with general admission tickets starting at $105. VIP and all-inclusive VIP tickets range from $145 to $200, offering fans an exclusive New Year’s Eve experience.
Yellowstone at the Meat Market Ranch
Meat Market
1601 W Snow Ave
Seating starts at 9pm
This New Year’s Eve, transport yourself to Yellowstone with The Meat Market’s return of The Meat Market Ranch. This Yellowstone-themed evening includes a curated dining experience by Executive Chef Sean Basel with an extravagant four-course dinner, welcome cocktail, and midnight toast. Embrace the spirit of the West with custom hat designs and live music. Outside bar seats start at $100 per person, though they also offer inside dining options for a range of prices.
New Year’s Eve on the rooftop at Tampa EDITION
EDITION Hotel
500 Water St
8pm
Ring in the New Year in style on the rooftop at the Tampa EDITION, the city’s MICHELIN Key Hotel. Tickets include access, curated canapés, select cocktails, and exceptional entertainment against panoramic views of the city skyline. Premium drinks available to purchase a la carte. Hosted by acclaimed designer John Geiger, the first 100 to book receive exclusive access to a preview sale of his highly anticipated NYE sneakers.
The soundtrack of the night will be compliments of headliner Natasha Diggs.
New Year’s Eve Party Countdown
JW Marriott Tampa Water Street
510 Water St
8:30pm – 1:30am
There’s nothing quite like Tampa Bay Nightlife’s NYElectric New Year’s Eve Party. With a five-hour premium bar, three top Florida DJs, two areas, and one electric countdown, this is the place to be on December 31. Located at the JW Marriott, this event grants access to the hotel’s ballroom with VIP areas and a main dance floor with reception areas. There are various general admission and VIP packages still available, so snag your tickets while you can!
The Boulon Rouge
Boulon Brasserie and Bakery
1001 Water St
Seating at 5pm and 9pm
Join Boulon Brasserie for a mesmerizing night of French-inspired entertainment! Burlesque shows, DJ sets, an electric violinist, and live watercolor art will make this event glamorous and colorful. Sunset seating begins at 5pm and is priced at $150 per person for a multi-course Chef’s Tasting Menu, complimentary champagne toast, and a parting gift. Moonlight seating and entertainment kicks off at 9pm at $275 per person. Book your a table of your preferred seating through OpenTable.
New Year’s Eve Beach Party
Whiskey Joe’s Tampa Bar & Grill
7720 West Courtney Campbell Causeway
8pm – 12:30am
Just because it’s December doesn’t mean you can’t hit the beach! Whiskey Joe’s is hosting their New Year’s Eve Beach Party this year complete with live music, a champagne toast, and dreamy beachside views of the fireworks in all of Tampa. They’re currently offering discounted Early Bird General Admission ticket pricing for $35 per person. If you’d like a more intimate holiday on the beach, reserve one of their beachfront Palapas or Firepit, though there is a $1,000 food and beverage requirement.
LUSH: NYE Party
Hotel Haya
1412 East 7th Ave
9pm – 1am
Hotel Haya is hosting the lushest New Year’s Eve Party of all with delicious curated cocktails and mocktails, live entertainment featuring Actual Bank Robbers Band and DJ Milla Killa, a champagne toast, and complimentary bar snacks. Entry into their LUSH event is currently $50 per person. If you’re interested in dining inside their Flor Fina restaurant before the party, be sure to book a table for their five-course menu. You’ll be seated in the unforgettable Roosevelt Room, their semi-private dining space.
New Year’s Eve at Hooch & Hive
Hooch & Hive
1001 W Cass St
8pm to 1:30am
If your goal for this New Year’s Eve is to dance, then we highly recommend you check out Hooch & Hive’s event. Focusing on dance music, prepare to go on a global journey of tunes with a DJ lineup featuring DJ Gonzo, FIGGY, and DJ Knox. Doors open at 8pm with the DJs starting at 9pm. Hooch & Hive will also have their kitchen open, so come early enough to enjoy dinner before breaking out your dancing shoes. Early Bird tickets are currently on sale for $20 per person.
New Year’s Eve – A Tulum Experience
Santos Kitchen + Lounge
101 North Franklin St
7pm – 3am
Say goodbye to Tampa and hello to Tulum with this unforgettable celebration. Santos Kitchen + Lounge wants you to embrace the bohemian charm of Tulum by dressing in your finest tropical attire (men, that means fedoras are encouraged!) and enjoying the sights and sounds of DJ Jask and live entertainers. Reserve your spot for their luxurious pre-fixe menu at either their first seating, which runs 7pm to 9pm at $95 per person, or their second seating from 9:30pm to 12:30am with an enhanced pre-fixe menu for $125 per person. An open bar with a tapas station will run from 10pm through 2am, and their lounge will stay open until 3am.
New Year’s Eve at the Blind Goat
The Blind Goat Food and Drink Co.
4106 Henderson Blvd.
8pm – close
As one of the only celebrations to offer all you can eat and all you can drink specials, The Blind Goat is offering one of the best deals in the city. Going for $99 per person, their early bird ticket gets you unlimited access to their open bar all night long, their dinner buffet, a midnight champagne toast, and, of course, live music and dancing. But reserve your spot soon, as general admission is priced at $130 per person.
Yacht Starship New Year’s Eve Cruise
Tampa Dock
603 Channeslide Dr
Boards at 10pm, docks around 12:30am
Bid farewell to 2024 in style aboard Yacht Starship. The event will include great drinks, live music, ample space for dancing, and unrivaled views of the fireworks at midnight. NOTE: this cruise is for passengers 21+ only. Your ticket includes access to the open bar, tasty small bites, and gourmet food stations. Get your tickets here.
Tampa New Year’s Eve Bar Crawl
Check in at Bad Monkey Ybor
1717 East 7th Ave
6pm onward (with access to an exclusive after party!)
Is it too hard to pick just one event to spend your evening at? Then buy tickets to Tampa’s New Year’s Eve Bar Crawl, kicking off at Bad Monkey Ybor. Check in between 6pm and 9pm and receive your digital bar crawl map so you can plan your route for the night. There will be a champagne toast, live DJs, drink specials, event photographers and videographers, and free entry at participating bars. Tickets start at $19.99 per person for a group rate of 4 or more.
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