You don’t have to fly to New York or drive to Las Vegas for a fantastic New Year’s Eve celebration! Orange County offers a wide range of festive events to choose from right here in our backyard. Whether you’re looking for an over the top party with all the bells and whistles, or a more low key event that involves the whole family, Orange County is sure to have something for you.
Take a look at a few of our favorite celebrations below, and make sure to check out the map for options closest to your home.
Children-Friendly New Year’s Eve Celebrations
City of Rancho Santa Margarita: Family fun event that ends at 9pm! Located at 22232 El Paseo, Rancho Santa Margarita - The New Year’s Eve “Celebrating Family and Friends” event is designed to bring the community together in a safe, fun, alcohol-free setting. Featuring Magician Mark Gibson Local master magician and mentalist Mark Gibson will create a dynamic blend of mystery, comedy and fun. EVENT DETAILS HERE
Disneyland: One of the busiest days of the year for Disneyland! Who doesn't like to celebrate the new year with Mickey? Expect a fantastic firework show, and lots of special presentations! California Adventure park has their own celebration right next door too!
Knott’s Berry Farm, Buena Park: Knott’s Berry Farm puts on a fabulous family-focused New Year event every year! Check out a full listing and description of what to expect at the Popsicle Blog !
Traditional New Year’s Eve Celebration (Adult-focused)
Back Bay Bistro, Newport Beach: The Back Bay Bistro is the perfect setting to ring in the New Year! Located in Newport Dunes, the Bistro offers a special event menu and picturesque views of Newport’s Back Bay. MORE DETAILS
Pelican Hill Resort, Newport Beach: The Pelican Hill Resort offers a few different New Year’s Eve options, including private cabana specials at their world-renowned pool! Mix and mingle, dance the night away! MORE DETAILS
The Deck on Laguna Restaurant: Tuesday, December 31st, 2013 Starting at 7 P.M., celebrate in style in your finest Gatsby attire at The Bungalows with a highly fashionable progressive cocktail party and tasting menu. Enjoy live acoustical music as you graze your way from sophisticated sips to succulent tastes before the Soirée begins under the tent at The Deck. At 10 P.M., join the glitz and glamour at The Deck with appetizers, live DJ, hats and noisemakers, indoor dancing, a broadcast countdown from New York, and a midnight champagne toast as we ring in 2014 in style! MORE DETAILS
Montage Resort, Laguna Beach: The Montage Resort offers both adult celebrations as well as family-friendly options. The Loft 5:00-9:00 p.m. A la carte available Studio 8:00 p.m. Reception on the Patio 9:00 p.m. Dinner seating begins Five-Course Prix Fixe Menu. Ballroom 8:00-9:00 p.m. Reception 9:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. Four-Course Dinner Menu. Dancing, party favors and champagne toast at Midnight Music by James Gang Encore Band Paintbox 6:00 p.m.-12:30 a.m.
Dinner and Children's Entertainment, $100/child Lobby Lounge 8:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. Music by David Allen Baker
Still Water Spirits & Sounds, Dana Point: Looking for a traditional New Year's Eve party? Stillwater might be your place! Still Water Spirits & Sounds will offer a “Boardwalk Empire” themed celebration starting at 8pm. There is NO COVER charge for this event! MORE DETAILS
Savannah Chop House, Laguna Niguel: New Year's Eve Celebration, Savannah Chop House Laguna Niguel at 7 p.m. Enjoy complimentary glass of champagne, party favors, and after-dinner festivities in the bar and lounge. There will be a four-course dinner menu all night ($64 per person) or limited a la Carte menu from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Plus, complimentary glass of champagne. Come just for dancing and drinks or join in after dinner at the bar; DJs playing music from 8 p.m. to close. Small plates until 11 p.m. MORE DETAILS
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel: Stunning ocean views, amazing cuisine, and a hoppin' ballroom! Sounds like a great place to be right before the clock strikes midnight! RAYA New Year's Eve at The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel, 6 p.m. Celebrate New Year's Eve with a five-course a la carte menu presented by Chef de Cuisine Marissa Gerlach. Call, 949-240-2000. Price: $150 per person.
The St. Regis Resort, Dana Point: Celebrate "Decades of Bond New Year's Eve" at St. Regis Monarch Beach, 7 p.m. Bring in the New Year James Bond style. Dine at culinary stations and order something shaken ... not stirred at one of several full bars. There will also be a champagne toast as the clock strikes midnight. Make reservations at 1-800-722-1543. Price Adult 8 p.m. entry: $95; Adult 10 p.m. entry: $60, 18 and up.
