The end of 2024 is nigh, and we sure are ready to party. It's time to make some New Year's plans, TBAY.

Parties

NYE with DJ Diesel | DJ Diesel, otherwise known as basketball superstar, Shaquille O’Neal, is spinnin' hits along the Tampa Riverwalk at this all-night party.

LUSH: NYE Party at Hotel Haya | Hotel Haya | Head to the heart of electric Ybor City, where you'll sip on cocktails, munch on bar snacks, jam out to tunes from the Actual Bank Robbers Band and DJ Mila Killa, and toast with champagne at midnight.

NYE on the Pier 2025 | St. Pete Pier | Dance the end of 2024 away under a giant disco ball along the Burg's waterfront at this city-sponsored party featuring food trucks, live DJs, and a champagne bar.

New Year's Eve Beach Party! | Whiskey Joe's Tampa | What's more TBAY than ushering in the new year with live music, a champagne toast, and fireworks on the beach?

Tampa New Year’s Eve Latin Dance Party! | Bring your best moves to this party, featuring a DJ, finger sandwiches, charcuterie, a cash bar, and a 360° video booth.

Imagine ringing in 2025 at Union New American's airy bar. | Photo by Pezz Photo

Dinners

Timpano | Make that resy for a sunset or moonlight dining experience at the Hyde Park spot, complete with a multi-course tasting menu and bubbly.

Boulon Brasserie | Make your final meal of 2024 an indulgent one with Venezia Ossetra Caviar, paired with blinis and crème fraîche, Lobster Fra Diavolo, and a Porterhouse Florentina for two.

Union New American | The '20s-inspired New Year's Eve soirée includes live entertainment, a vintage car display, live music, and a midnight champagne toast.

Family-friendly celebrations

Downtown Countdown | Glazer Children's Museum is hosting the whole family for a day of countdowns, themed crafts, and balloon drops every hour.

Noon Year's Eve | The kiddos don't need to fall asleep in front of the TV, this countdown is at 12 p.m. and even includes a daytime smoke fireworks display.

New Year's Eve Celebration | Head to Busch Gardens for a thrill-seeking 2024 send off with rides and light displays, capped off with fireworks.