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New Year’s Eve in Los Angeles

Plan your New Year’s Eve in Los Angeles with the best events, memorable parties and must-have dinner reservations

By Michael Juliano Posted: Wednesday November 27 2019

Photograph: Courtesy the Queen Mary

Ready to part ways with this year? Whether you’re just visiting or a seasoned local, our guide to New Year’s Eve in Los Angeles will help you find the best events and parties in the city—from family-friendly activities to adult affairs. Want to ring in the new year with a full belly and a champagne toast? Check out our lists of the most romantic restaurants and classy hotel bars and lounges. Want to dance? Sweat out the last of your worries at one of the best dance clubs in L.A. Whatever your plans, get ready for the best New Year’s ever. Hello, new year!

New Year’s Eve parties and events

New Year’s Eve parties
Things to do

New Year’s Eve parties

Looking for a black-tie affair? A laid-back shindig? A dance-til-morning marathon with music to match?

New Year’s Eve events
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New Year’s Eve events

The best events and family-friendly ways to celebrate the new year.

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Free things to do for New Year’s in L.A.
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Free things to do for New Year’s in L.A.

Skip the cover charges at these budget-friendly events.

New Year’s Eve concerts in L.A.
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New Year’s Eve concerts in L.A.

Celebrate NYE at a live music venue during one of these upcoming concerts.

Where to see New Year’s Eve fireworks in L.A.
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Where to see New Year’s Eve fireworks in L.A.

Ring in the new year with a bang.

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New Year’s Eve restaurants

Where to have New Year’s Eve dinner in Los Angeles
Restaurants

Where to have New Year’s Eve dinner in Los Angeles

Here are the best New Year’s Eve dinners from Los Angeles restaurants.

Where to have New Year’s brunch in L.A.
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Where to have New Year’s brunch in L.A.

Nurse your hangover with these New Year’s brunches.

Best romantic restaurants
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Best romantic restaurants

Get charmed and seduced with fireplaces, al fresco patios, ocean views and splurgeworthy meals.

Best steakhouses
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Best steakhouses

A classic never goes out of style at L.A.’s best steakhouses.

Best seafood restaurants
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Best seafood restaurants

Dive into L.A.’s best seafood restaurants, from a two-star Michelin fine dining destination to a Santa Monica seafood market.

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Restaurants

See more of the best restaurants in L.A.

Whether you seek a food-as-art fine dining experience, a rare-steak fix or a vegan outing, take your pick of the best restaurants in Los Angeles.

New Year’s Eve bars

Best wine bars
Bars

Best wine bars

The best wine bars in Los Angeles that are as sultry as your swills.

Best cocktail bars
Bars

Best cocktail bars

We’ve got your guide to the city’s best cocktail bars.

Best whiskey bars
Bars

Best whiskey bars

Rye, bourbon, Scotch or Irish whiskey, or whatever you prefer.

Best beer bars
Bars

Best beer bars

Cocktails may get all the hype, but craft beer is having a moment.

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Best gay bars and clubs in L.A.

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Best singles bars
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Best singles bars

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Best rooftop bars
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Best rooftop bars

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