Looking for the ultimate guide to Central Jersey events on New Year’s Eve? You’ve come to the right place. We are always updating our listings for upcoming events. This guide in particular covers Central Jersey New Year’s Eve events (see our regional map below for a breakdown by county). If older events are listed, stay tuned for next holiday season!
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Central Jersey New Year’s Events
New Year's Eve 2021 Dinner at Pluckemin Inn
When: 12/31/2021 at 4:00 PMWhere: 10 Pluckemin Way, Bedminster
Details: Ring in the coming of 2022 at Pluckemin Inn. On Friday, December 31, 2021, the vintage American restaurant is hosting a prix fixe four course dinner. They strongly suggest making a reservation for this event, which can be done over the phone. Guests can expect a meal "only our culinary team can put together", according to the restaurant. Dinner times available for reservation are from 4:00 pm until 10:00 pm. However, those who wish to enjoy live music with their meal should book for 9:00 pm. Visit the Pluckemin Inn website to learn more.
New Year's Eve Weekend Dinner at Ninety Acres
When: 12/31/2021 at 4:00 PMWhere: 2 Main Street, Peapack
Details: Ninety Acres is open all New Year's weekend long. This includes New Year's Eve dinner on Friday, December 31, 2021 with a special holiday menu. Dinner on NYE is from 4:00 pm until 9:00 pm; this four course dinner is $125 per person and available in the main dining room, bar tables, or open kitchen. In addition, the restaurant is hosting dinner on New Year's Day and Sunday, January 2. They do require reservations in advance via their website. Visit the Natirar website to learn more.
Salute to Vienna NYE Concert at State Theatre New Jersey
When: 12/31/2021 at 4:00 PMWhere: 15 Livington Avenue, New Brunswick
Details: The annual tradition Salute to Vienna New Year's Eve Concert takes place at State Theatre New Jersey on December 31, 2021.
Mistral Restaurant Princeton New Year's Eve Dinner
When: 12/31/2021 at 5:00 PMWhere: 66 Witherspoon St, Princeton
Details: Mistral Restaurant Princeton is open for New Year's Eve and serving a three course menu! Guests can enjoy both a special holiday menu and optional wine pairing on Friday, December 31, 2021. The three course dinner is $69 per guest and the optional wine pairing is an additional $29. The restaurant welcomes patrons to toast this year’s most memorable moments and to all that 2022 holds. Visit the Mistral Princeton website to learn more about this special New Year's Eve dinner.
New Year's Eve Dinner at The Blue Bottle Cafe
When: 12/31/2021 at 5:00 PMWhere: 101 E Broad St, Hopewell
Details: The Blue Bottle Cafe in Hopewell will be open on New Year's Eve for a special holiday dinner. This New American restaurant will be open from 5:00 pm until 9:00 pm for a 4-course prix fixe dinner. Please note that this limited menu will be the only items available for dinner on New Year's Eve. (Their regular menu will resume after the holiday.) This holiday dinner at The Blue Bottle Cafe is $86 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. Visit their website to learn more, make a reservation, or see the full menu.
New Year’s Eve 2021 Dinner at The Grain House
When: 12/31/2021 at 5:00 PMWhere: 225 Hwy 202, Basking Ridge
Details: The Grain House Restaurant will be serving a special New Year's Eve dinner on December 31, 2021. Reservations are open now, which they strongly recommend, for dinner between 5:00 pm and 10:00 pm. Their regular menu will also be available for those who do not want to order from the holiday menu. This a la carte holiday menu features a starter in addition to a number of entrees. Visit the Olde Mill Inn website to see the menu and learn more about this event. (Reservations, however, can be made over the phone.)
Stone House New Year's Eve 2021 Three Course Dinner
When: 12/31/2021 at 5:00 PMWhere: 50 Stirling Road, Warren
Details: The Stone House at Stirling Ridge will be serving a special holiday menu for New Year's Eve (December 31, 2021). This menu will be available during their normal Friday hours of 5:00 pm until 10:00 pm. They are accepting reservations for various seating times throughout the evening. The cost for this three course dinner is $75 per person and $25 per child; it includes a choice of appetizer and entree, as well as dessert. Visit the Stone House at Stirling Ridge website to learn more about this holiday event.
Summit House New Year's Eve Four Course Dinner
When: 12/31/2021 at 5:00 PMWhere: 395 Springfield Ave, Summit
Details: The Summit House is serving a special four course chef's menu for New Year's Eve. Join them on December 31, 2021 during one of their two seating times to enjoy a limited holiday menu. The early seating time is from 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm, while the late seating is 8:00 pm to midnight. In addition to dinner, the restaurant is also hosting an open bar and live DJ for New Year's Eve. The first seating costs $125 per person. However, the second seating includes a champagne toast, DJ, and open bar for $175 per person. Visit the Summit House website to learn more.
The Frog and The Peach New Year's Eve Dinner
When: 12/31/2021 at 5:00 PMWhere: 29 Dennis Street, New Brunswick
Details: The Frog and The Peach is open for dinner on New Year's Eve; with seating times available from 5:00 pm until 10:30 pm. Join the restaurant on December 31, 2021, for a prix fixe full five course dinner. In fact, there are two menus available for New Year's Eve, including a traditional holiday menu and a vegetarian menu. (The Vegetarian menu still offers a full five course dinner.) The classic five course NYE dinner is $140 per person, while the Vegetarian menu is $95 per person. Visit the Frog and Peach website to learn more.
Hyatt Regency Princeton New Years Eve Comedy Show
When: 12/31/2021 - 01/01/2022 at 7:00 PMWhere: 102 Carnegie Center, Princeton
Details: The Hyatt Regency Princeton is hosting a special comedy club presented by Catch a Rising Star on December 31, 2021. This New Year's Eve Gala and Comedy Show includes a reception with hors d'oeuvres from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Then, there is a dinner buffet from 8:00 pm until 9:30 pm. Meanwhile, the comedy show featuring Mike Marino and Jerrold Benfold starts at 9:30 pm. Finally, guests can expect dancing, dessert, and a champagne toast beginning at 11:00 pm leading up to midnight. Visit the Catch a Rising Star website to learn more.
New Years Eve Party 2022 at Delta's Restaurant
When: 12/31/2021 at 10:00 PMWhere: 19 Dennis Street, New Brunswick
Details: Delta's Restaurant in New Brunswick is hosting a New Year's Eve party on December 31, 2021. Ring in 2022 as the fun kicks off at 10:00 pm and goes on until 5:00 am. Tickets are on sale now and available for purchase online for both General Admission as well as Open Bar tickets. The General Admission tickets are $30 per person, and open bar tickets are $60 per person. VIP bottle and food packages are also available for this event. Visit the Delta's Restaurant website to learn more, or visit Eventbrite to purchase tickets.
New Year’s Eve in New Jersey by Region
North Jersey New Year’s
Bergen, Hudson, Essex, Morris, Passaic, Sussex & Warren County
Central Jersey New Year’s
Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Somerset & Union County
South Jersey New Year’s
Burlington, Camden, Cumberland, Gloucester & Salem County
Jersey Shore New Year’s
Atlantic, Cape May, Ocean & Monmouth County
