Jersey Shore New Year’s Eve

Looking for the ultimate guide to Jersey Shore 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 New Year’s Eve celebrations and dinners in Atlantic, Cape May, Ocean and Monmouth Counties. (If no events are listed, stay tuned for next holiday season!)

Featured Jersey Shore New Year’s Events

First Night Ocean County…in Seaside Heights
Saturday, December 31, 2016: Mark your calendar for a family celebration with local businesses along the Boardwalk. Fun and games for the entire family! Fireworks at 5:00 pm (weather permitting). Bracelets are on sale for $5.00 at County Connection in the Ocean County Mall and at each participating arcade. Visit a participating arcade and receive a FREE gift! (must present your First Night Bracelet), plus a chance to win an adult or children’s gift basket, both worth over $250! Info

Boogie Bash 2017 New Year's Eve Party
Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: Stop the Heroin presents Boogie Bash 2017: A groovy way to ring in the New Year! Dress in your best 70's themed attire! There will be a prize for the best outfit. Tickets are $25 and include: - Drinks & Snacks & Appetizers - Dance Contest - Air Guitar Contest - Costume Contest - Twister (yes, we will have Twister!!) - Family Fued - Lots of Games, Dancing, & Fun. Info

New Year's Eve at Bar Anticipation
Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: Be a part of one of New Jersey’s Biggest New Year’s Eve Celebrations! (We added more admission gates this year!) This indoor/outdoor party is SO big, Bar Anticipation is adding heated tents to the outdoor area for the enjoyment of all guests. Two-Hour Open Bar (8:00 – 10:00 pm), Party Favors, Delicious Hot and Cold Buffet, Free Transportation to and from Your Home (limited availability, must call in advance to set up) and a midnight Champagne Toast. Info

Jersey Shore New Year’s Events

First Night Ocean County…in Seaside Heights

Saturday, December 31, 2016: Mark your calendar for a family celebration with local businesses along the Boardwalk. Fun and games for the entire family! Fireworks at 5:00 pm (weather permitting). Bracelets are on sale …

New Years Eve 2017 at Artisan's Brewery & Italian Grill

Saturday, December 31, 2016: Celebrate New Year's Eve at Artisan's with a special 3 Course Chef inspired menu. The menu can be purchased at the 3 course price or individually at menu price. Info

New Year's Eve Dinner at the The Flanders Hotel

Saturday, December 31, 2016: New Year's Eve Dinner: $34.95 per person. Children under 12 $14.95. Info

New Year's Eve Party at Union Park

Saturday, December 31, 2016: 4:00--5:45 $69 , 6:00--7:45 $95, 8:00--10:00 $115. Credit card required for all reservations. Call 609-884-8811 Info

New Year's Eve Celebration

Saturday, December 31, 2016: The celebration allows kids to ring-in the New Year at a reasonable hour. The event features food, dancing, family activities, entertainment and an early countdown to midnight at 7pm. Call …

New Year's Breakfast Buffet at the The Flanders Hotel

Sunday, January 1, 2017: New Year's Breakfast Buffet:  $19.95 plus tax, Children under 12 $12.95 per person. Info

New Year's Day Brunch at The Crab's Claw Inn

Sunday, January 1, 2017: Celebrate New Year's Day with The Crab's Claw Inn! Info

New Year's Eve 2016 at Johnny's Cafe & Bar

Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: Ring in 2016 at Johnny's - Offers 2 ways to ring in the New Year. Dine from 4pm to 6pm or Celebrate at the New Year's Eve Party. Reservations are recommended. …

Renault Winery's New Year's Eve Celebration

Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: Celebrate New Years Eve with Renault Winery! With dinner reservations starting at 5pm and the celebration beginning at 8 how could you go wrong? Info

Mad Batter New Year’s Eve 2016

Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: 4 course dinner $75, tax and gratuity not included (includes appetizer, soup or salad, entrée, dessert). Live Music 7 – 12 midnight with Jim Doran. Info

New Year's Eve Dinner at Tun Tavern Restaurant

Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: Join Tun Tavern Restaurant for a 4 Course Dinner with reservations from 7pm. Call: 609-347-7800 for Reservations. Complimentary Bottle of Champagne. DJ & Dancing 9:30pm-1:30am. Info

NYE 2017 at Tomatoes

Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: Bring in the New Year at Tomatoe's! Special Menu, Music and More! Info

New Year's Eve Party

Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: Unlimited Rides and Attractions, Party Favors, Confetti Canons, Cocktails, Watch the Ball drop on Huge Screens and More! Info

Atlantis Ballroom New Year's Eve Party

Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: Event includes DJ Entertainment all night, complimentary hats and noisemakers, champagne toast at midnight, 5 hour premium open bar, and cocktail reception. Info

Boogie Bash 2017 New Year's Eve Party

Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: Stop the Heroin presents Boogie Bash 2017: A groovy way to ring in the New Year! Dress in your best 70's themed attire! There will be a prize for the …

New Year's Eve at Bar Anticipation

Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: Be a part of one of New Jersey’s Biggest New Year’s Eve Celebrations! (We added more admission gates this year!) This indoor/outdoor party is SO big, Bar Anticipation is adding …

New Year's Eve Bash @ The Pool After Dark

Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: Doors open at 8pm. DJs, Party Favors, Open Bar 9-11pm and Champagne Toast at midnight. This is a 21 and over event. Info

Midnight at The Vue NYE Celebration

Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: The celebration commences at 9pm with a 2 hour open bar until 11pm. The live DJ will heat up the night with all the greatest hits. Count down to midnightlive …

New Year's Eve at Cabanas Beach Bar and Grill

Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: Celebrate New Year's Your Way! Choose your celebration: Option 1: $30 -open bar 9pm-midnight, Option 2: $10 -cover with cash bar. Info

New Year's Eve Gala

Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: The evening includes Passed hors d'oeuvres, Strolling dinner, Open bar, DJ/dancing, Dealer manned casino games with fun money, Chances to win prizes and more! Cocktail Attire. Proceeds benefit Marty's Place Senior …

NYE N.Y.C. Underground Classics Party

Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: Underground Classics Party with Louie Devito: Dance/Electronic/Dance. Info

Ring in the New Year @ Margaritaville Atlantic City!

Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: Party in Margaritaville 9pm-1am. No Cover. Margarita Toast at Midnight! Live Entertainment! Info

Ring in the New Year at Landshark Atlantic City!

Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: New Year's Eve at Landshark Bar & Grill. Live Entertainment, No Cover, Margarita Toast at Midnight! Info

New Year's Eve Bash Junkanoo Style

Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: Guests in the Paramus, Wayne, Toms River, Woodbridge and Cherry Hill areas will have the opportunity to ring in the New Year with true island spirit and a rocking good …

New Year's Eve Party at The Crab's Claw Inn

Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: 10pm-3am. Hats, Horns, Noisemakers, Complimentary Champagne Toast and early morning Complimentary Buffet! Info

NYE 2017 Bash at Vagabond Kitchen & Tap House

Saturday, December 31, 2016 - Sunday, January 1, 2017: New Year's Eve Party at Vagabond!  Live DJ!  Champagne Toast!  Info

New Year’s Eve in New Jersey by Region:

North Jersey New Year’s Eve

Bergen, Hudson, Essex, Morris, Passaic, Sussex & Warren County

Central Jersey New Year’s Eve

Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Somerset & Union County

South Jersey New Year’s Eve

Burlington, Camden, Cumberland, Gloucester& Salem County

Jersey Shore New Year’s Eve

Atlantic, Cape May, Ocean & Monmouth County

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