The City of Oaks is ready to ring in the New Year with style, sparkle, and plenty of Champagne. Here's where you should be counting down to the new year.

First Night Raleigh on Fayetteville Street | $15
Ring in 2026 in the heart of downtown with the iconic acorn drop, live performances, and a fireworks show.

New Year's Eve at The Parlor at Heights House | $460
This all-night and all-inclusive party features a multi-course dinner, wine service, and more dancing than you can imagine. Plus, gussy up in your best black tie apparel.

Madre Luna at Madre | Price of purchase
Enjoy live music and celebrate another year with glasses of bubbly and small plates like the Calabrian chicken paired with honey + a peppered aoili. Pro tip: Secure a reservation to secure your good time.

If the way to your date's heart is through the stomach, give Figulina a taste. | Photo by Jeff Bramwell

New Year's Eve at Figulina | $145+
Chef David Ellis has prepared a four-course meal with the most luxurious ingredients around, including Wagyu beef, canneloni with rabbit, and Banoffee pie.

New Year's Eve Rooftop Party at The Willard | $150
This party has a vintage Hollywood theme + a world cuisines-inspired buffet. Come dressed to the nines for your closeup.

New Year's Bash at Whiskey Kitchen | $40
Your ticket includes complimentary bubbly + party favors — we'd love to ring in 2026 with a slice of shoo fly pie.