It’s hard to believe another year is almost over, and it’s time to start making plans for New Year’s Eve. If you’re looking to travel for the big night, Times Square in NYC might be the most popular destination, but it’s also extremely expensive, with hotels and businesses hiking their prices for the occasion. If you’re looking for a spot to celebrate without breaking the bank, personal finance website WalletHub has rounded up a list of 20 cities that offer plenty of entertainment options for New Year’s Eve at reasonable prices.
To determine the best cities for celebrating New Year’s Eve, WalletHub compared the 100 biggest cities in the U.S. based on factors ranging from the legality of fireworks and the nightlife options per capita to food affordability, safety, accessibility and forecasted precipitation for December 31. Based on their extensive research, Orlando has been crowned the best city in the U.S. to celebrate New Year’s Eve. From the spectacular fireworks show at Disney World to a slew of affordable, highly-rated restaurants where you can enjoy a celebratory meal, Orlando is a top spot for end-of-year festivities.
Rounding out the top five cities are San Diego, New York, Las Vegas and Atlanta. These cities shine on New Year’s Eve for different reasons: San Diego has the lowest chance of precipitation on the big night and ranks high for affordable restaurants. While NYC is expensive, it’s tops for the number of nightlife and entertainment options. Las Vegas is one of the most fun cities in the U.S., and Atlanta has a high number of accessible, affordable celebrations.
Find the full report and rankings on WalletHub’s website and start making your plans to welcome in 2024.