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

New Year’s Eve Party at iPlay America
Sunday, December 31, 2017: Bring the entire family and enjoy a night of rides, party favors and giveaways! There will be confetti cannons at midnight as you watch the ball drop

New Year's Eve Extravaganza at Piazza di Roma
Sunday, December 31, 2017: Piazza di Roma presents a New Year's Eve Extravaganza! 8:00 pm - 1:00 am 5 Hour Premium Open Bar Three Course Sit Down Dinner / Champagne Toast and Ballroom Drop at Midnight / Cocktail Hour Featuring Mike Pantina of Total Sound Entertainment Book Your Tickets by calling 732-583-3565 Check Piazza di Roma's website for more information.
Jersey Shore New Year’s Events

A Grand New Year's Eve Party
Friday, December 29, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: Ring in 2018 on the beach in Cape May, a great way to start the New Year! A Grand New Year's Eve. Party like no other in the picturesque 5th Floor …

First Night Ocean County
Sunday, December 31, 2017: Sunday, 12PM to 5PM. Mark your calendar for New Year’s Eve and a family celebration with local businesses along the Boardwalk. Fun and games for the entire family! Fireworks at …

New Year's Eve at Catch 19
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: Catch 19 is open on New Year's Eve! Info

New Year's Eve at The Bonney Read
Sunday, December 31, 2017: Bubbles & Pearls Special! A dozen oysters with select bubbles all day long! Info

NYE at The Brickwall Tavern
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: An energetic bar serving, over 24 craft beers with large TV's catering to sports fans and entertainment by DJ"s and live musicians. Come join in on NYE! Info

New Year's Eve at Ruth's Chris Steak House Atlantic City
Sunday, December 31, 2017: Join Ruth's Chris Steak House on New Year's Eve! Info

New Year's Eve Sunset Dinner at Joseph's Restaurant
Sunday, December 31, 2017: Join Joseph's Restaurant on New Year's Eve! Sunday Brunch from 9am-3pm. Sunset Dinner 3-5pm. Regular Dinner Menu 6-10pm with chef's specials. Happy Hour also offered at the bar the entire day. …

NYE with Matt DiVenti at Congress Hall
Sunday, December 31, 2017: NYE with Matt DiVenti at Congress Hall! Performing in the Brown Room of Congress Hall: Dec 31st (3 to 7pm). Info

New Year's Eve at Russell & Bette's
Sunday, December 31, 2017: Russell & Bette's is available for your holiday celebrations! Six Course Dinner on New Year's Eve! Info

First Night Ocean City at Wonderland Pier
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: The non-alcoholic, family friendly event features live entertainment with the rides open at Wonderland Pier, always a popular feature of First Night and of course there will be fireworks at …

New Year's Eve at Union Park Restaurant
Sunday, December 31, 2017: Executive Chef / John Schatz. 4:-5:45 $69 per person, 6-7:45 $95 per person , 8-10:00 $115 per person. Info

New Year's Eve Dinner at The Flanders Hotel
Sunday, December 31, 2017: New Year's Eve Dinner served from 4 to 9pm. Appetizer, Entrée & Desserts. For More Information Call 609-399-1000. Info

New Year’s Eve Dinner at Salt Creek Grille
Sunday, December 31, 2017: Special New Year’s Eve Dinner Menu 4 – 11 pm. Reservations highly suggested for all Holiday Hours. (732) 933-9272. Info

New Year's Eve at Beacon 70
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: Celebrate New Year’s at Ocean County’s Newest Iconic Landmark. 5 Hour Premium open bar 9pm-2am. Lavish Buffet Dinner. DJs. For more info, call 848-232-4235. Info

New Year's Eve at Blend on Main
Sunday, December 31, 2017: Celebrate the end of 2017 at Blend and enjoy their Pre Fixed Menu during any one of the three exclusive seatings at 5pm, 7pm and 9pm. Info

New Year's Eve Fireworks
Sunday, December 31, 2017: Ring in the New Year with an amazing Fireworks Show that you can watch from anywhere on the Boardwalk! Info

New Year's Eve Fireworks at Casino Pier
Sunday, December 31, 2017: Ring in the New Year with an amazing Fireworks Show that you can watch from anywhere on the Boardwalk! Info

NYE at Dog Tooth Bar & Grill
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: NYE at Dog Tooth Bar & Grill. Special and Regular menu available, seating from 5-10pm. Champagne toast at midnight! Info

New Year’s Eve Party at iPlay America
Sunday, December 31, 2017: Bring the entire family and enjoy a night of rides, party favors and giveaways! There will be confetti cannons at midnight as you watch the ball drop

New Year's Eve at Knife & Fork Inn
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: Celebrate New Year's Eve at the Knife & Fork! They will be offering their full regular menu with special holiday additions. No all-night commitment, limited menu, or exorbitant prices. Just …

Double New Year's Eve Celebration at The Rí Rá Irish Pub
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: At 7pm ring in the Irish New Year with live Irish Music from 5pm to 8pm and a complimentary shot for everyone in the house. Have an early dinner, ring in …

New Year's Eve Glitter Ball Getaway
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: Ring in 2018 with family and friends in Congress Hall’s Beautiful Grand Ballroom. Celebrate the evening with dinner and dancing to the Tribeca band. You can dance the night away …

Educate to Empower NYE Party
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: Please join in for a black tie NYE party! There will be a DJ, premium open bar, hookah, photo booth, ball drop, sit-down dinner, and more! All proceeds will go …

Celebrate 2018 at Martell’s Tiki Bar
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: The Mike Dalton Band and Live Entertainment by Dr. Cheeko. Complimentary buffet, party favors, giveaways and champagne toast! Info

New Year's Eve at Aqua Blu Kitchen & Cocktails
Sunday, December 31, 2017: 6 Course Sit Down Dinner | Premium Open Bar | Live Entertainment by Gerard Esposito. Info

New Year's Eve Extravaganza at Piazza di Roma
Sunday, December 31, 2017: Piazza di Roma presents a New Year's Eve Extravaganza! 8:00 pm - 1:00 am 5 Hour Premium Open Bar Three Course Sit Down Dinner / Champagne Toast and Ballroom Drop …

New Year's Eve Fireworks at Sea Isle
Sunday, December 31, 2017: Join in for a fabulous fireworks display on New Year's Eve. Info

New Year's Eve Soul Pop
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: New Year's Eve Soul Pop is Back! They are bringing you everyone's favorite... Remember Jones with a 12 piece band. Spinning before, between, and after will be DJ Prestige. Info

New Year's Eve Stand-Up Show & Party at Showboat Atlantic City
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: The Showboat Hotel in AC has got it going on this NYE with stand-up shows and an after-party that runs well into 2018. There are 8pm and 10pm show options, …

New Year's Eve with Tim McLoone & The Shirleys
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: A glass of Champagne awaits your arrival. You will be dining on a 4 course chef selection pre-fix dinner. Pre-fix menu pricing does not include an entertainment ticket for Tim McLoone …

New Year's Eve-ntide!
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: New Year's Eve at Eventide Grille! Live Music, Buffet, Open Bar, Champagne Toast. Info

New Year’s Eve 2018 Blast @ The Princeton!
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: The Princeton opens New Years Eve at 8pm cover starts at 9pm. The band Radio Neon performs live starting around 10pm and they always rock the house! (The Princeton is …

New Year’s Eve Party at Bar Anticipation
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: Bring in 2018 with a BANG! 9 hours of entertainment and party! Info

NYE at The Pool After Dark
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: Rring in New Year's Eve with a splash! Open bar/champagne toast/party favors. Info

NYE Gala at The White Sands Oceanfront Resort & Spa
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: Come join in toasting goodbye to 2017 and ringing in 2018 with a night filled with drinks, dinner and dancing. Dinner Buffet, Open Bar, DJ, Photo Booth. Info

Bring in the New Year at Menz Restaurant & Bar
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: Butlered hors d'oeuvres, party favors, live music, champagne toast at midnight! Info

New Year's Eve Celebration at Jack Baker's Wharfside
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: Dinner Dance Party! Brian Kirk & The Jirks will highlight this year's New Year's Eve celebration. There will be an open bar all evening including a Champagne toast at midnight with …

Central Jersey Club Presents A New Year's Eve Gala
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: There will be hors d' oeuvres, a buffet style dinner and an all night premium open bar. Info

Gala New Year's Eve Cruise 2017
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: This Gala New Year's Eve Cruise features a 4 Hour Cruise with Deluxe Cuisine, D. J. and Dancing, an Open Bar including a Champagne Toast at Midnight, Party Favors. Info

New Year's Eve at Buona Sera
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: Party Favors, DJ and Dancing, Four Course Dinner, 5 hour open bar from 9pm-2am. Champagne Toast at Midnight. Info

New Year's Eve at Convention Hall
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: New Year's Eve at Convention Hall with DJs Atom Worth, Foggy Notion & Mike Merrell, hors d’oeuvers, champagne toast, open bar from 10 pm to 1:30 am. Info

New Year's Eve at The Grand Arcade
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: Open bar from 10 PM to 1:30 AM, hors d'oeuvres all evening, and a champagne toast. DJs Atom Worth, Foggy Notion, and Mike Merrell will be spinning all night long, …

New Year's Eve at The Wine Bar
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: Celebrate your New Year's Eve at The Wine Bar with a five-course dinner paired with wine and champagne. Info

New Year's Eve Fireworks at Tropicana
Sunday, December 31, 2017: Start your new year with a bang and watch Tropicana Light up the sky with a stunning Fireworks display on New Year's Eve December 31 at 9 pm! Info

New Year's Eve Party at Bum Rogers Crabhouse
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: Annual New Year's Eve Bash with Rock Bottom. Lavish Buffet, Open Bar 9-12, Hats, Noisemakers, Champagne Toast. Info

New Year’s Eve Gala Celebration at Salt Creek Grille
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: 4 hour Open Bar, Music by Affair 2 Remember, Photo Booth, Champagne Toast, Times Square Countdown Celebration, Party Favors, $125 Per person. And, as a gift for ringing in the …

NYE at The Icona Diamond Beach
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: Late Seating 9:00 pm. 5 Course Chef’s Tasting Dinner. 4 Hour Top Shelf Open Bar. DJ & Dancing + Party Favors! Info

NYE at Wet Willie's
Sunday, December 31, 2017: New Year's Eve at Wet Willie's! Heart-pounding Firework Extravaganza and Countdown! Info

New Year's Eve Beach Bash at The Rusty Nail
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: Say hello to 2018 at The Nail’s Beach Bash this New Year’s Eve. The heat is on so put on your flip flops and Aloha shirts and dance the night …

New Year's Eve Bash at Downtown Hammonton
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018: Ring in the New Year as Downtown celebrates with food, live music and good cheer. A free outdoor event held in front of Hammonton Town Hall. 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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