Where to Spend New Year’s Eve in Aurora
We're rounding up exciting celebrations to ring in the New Year in Aurora! Check out the festivities for an incredible countdown to midnight right in your neighborhood!
Noon Year's Eve
When: December 27, 11am - 12:30pm
Where: Tallyn's Reach Library | Directions
There's nothing wrong with celebrating the New Year at bit early! Join Tallyn's Reach Library's Noon Year's Eve celebration with a glass of bubbly, fun crafts and activities for the kids, and a countdown!
Noon Year's Eve
When: December 31, 11am - 12:30pm
Where: Southlands | Directions
The countdown begins at noon! Look forward to face painting, a live DJ, games, and exciting entertainment. Don't miss out on joining Southlands for a family-friendly afternoon of preparing for 2026 with crafts, winter activities, and ice skating at The Pond!
New Year's Eve at the Jackalope Tavern
When: December 31, starts at 7pm
Where: Jackalope Tavern | Directions
Ring in the New Year at The Jackalope Tavern where the spirit is anything but ordinary. Your ticket sets the stage with a bold ribeye dinner, a celebratory midnight toast, and a full-force soundtrack from the notorious DJ FaDorah, whose beats keep the room moving past the countdown. This isn’t just another party, it’s a full-throttle sendoff to the year, with limited tickets available at the bar before they disappear.
Family Friendly NYE
When: December 31, 6pm - 7:30pm
Where: FlyteCo Tower | Directions
Get ready for the ultimate family-friendly NYE bash! Join FlyteCo for an exciting countdown to 2025 with various games, from bowling to arcades, sports simulators, and more. Plus, a complimentary toast!
The Final Hour - New Years Eve
When: December 31, 10pm - 2am
Where: Manos Sagrados | Directions
Bring in the New Year through sound, rhythm, and a final hour of pure vibes! A powerful celebration of culture and creativity. The Final Hour delivers live performances, electrifying beats, and a countdown experience you won’t find anywhere else. This is the night to show up, show out, and step into 2026 with unmatched energy!
Stampede Ladies Night
When: December 31, 6pm
Where: Stampede | Directions
Ring in the New Year country style at Stampede! The party starts early with doors opening at 6 PM and free line dancing lessons with at 6:30 PM. Dance into the new year with high-energy country music, line and swing dancing, and an electric atmosphere. To make the night even better, ladies receive 2 free drinks. Celebrate New Year’s Eve with boots on the dance floor and country flair all night long!
ICE! How the Grinch Stole Christmas
When: Until January 2
Where: Gaylord Rockies | Directions
This holiday season, Gaylord Rockies Resort transforms into a frosty wonderland as 2 million pounds of ice get hand carved into stunning sculptures for ICE!. Families can explore 17,000 square feet of colorful ice displays, two-story slides, and magical moments. Beyond ICE!, the resort offers a full lineup of festive fun, including snow tubing, dining with the Grinch, a giant gingerbread cabin, cookie decorating, elf training, and more.
First Day Hike
When: January 1
Where: Cherry Creek State Park | Directions
Colorado Parks & Wildlife celebrates the New Year with First Day Hikes across the Colorado state parks! Begin the New Year with a refreshing hike and walk at Cherry Creek State Park! Enjoy self-guided or guided walks, winter activities, and kicking off the year by enjoying Colorado's outdoors.
There's something for everyone in Aurora in 2026, and Visit Aurora is here to help you ring in the new year! Looking for more things to do this coming year? Check out our events page.
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