Find our where to ring in 2026 in Tempe
As the clock winds down on 2025, we look forward to welcoming the New Year in Tempe. To close this year out, we invite you to celebrate at one of Tempe’s many restaurants and bars. Whether you prefer a quieter evening among close friends or a big festive party, Tempe can help you ring in the New Year in a way that’s perfect for you.
Check back for additional details as 2025 draws to a close.
NYElectric 2026 Party at Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown
108 E. University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281 | 602-612-7871
Located on the rooftop of Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown, Phoenix Nightlife presents NYElectric 2026. This New Year’s Eve celebration from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Dec. 31 at Alibi Rooftop Lounge. Ring in the New Year at at this sky-high venue with five hours of prepaid drinks, four top Phoenix DJs, three areas to mingle, two floors of excitement and one electric countdown. Visit the event website for more information and tickets (tickets required). This event is for ages 21 and up.
NYE Salsa & Bachata Party at The Westin Tempe
11 E. 7th St., Tempe, AZ 85281 | 480-968-8885
Ring in 2026 at the best (and highest) rooftop party in the Valley. Bachata Addiction presents NYE Salsa & Bachata featuring Carlos Rivas y Mexsal LIVE Salsa band from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Dec. 31 at Skysill Rooftop Lounge.
The Westin Tempe invites you to Skysill Rooftop Lounge. This evening is for ages 21 and up. Visit the event website for more information and tickets (tickets required). This event is for ages 21 and up.
Four Course NYE Dining Experience at Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU
7 E. University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281 | 602-794-8670
Capture the last sunsets of 2025 from an unforgettable vantage point. Perched atop Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU, Lucero Rooftop Lounge and Terrace invites you to ring in the New Year with a four-course dining experience. This culinary journey features a champagne amuse-bouche, refined starters, your choice of entrées (including coal-charred tenderloin or Chilean sea bass), and indulgent desserts. Seating from 5 to 10 p.m.; reservations are required via OpenTable.
Rocking New Year’s Eve Party at the Hackett House
95 W. 4th St., Tempe, AZ 85281 | 480-350-8181
Tempe Sister Cities invites you to a Rocking New Year’s Eve Party at the Hackett House in Downtown Tempe. This family friendly event — which will include live music, kid’s activities, and food and beverage available for purchase — will take place from 5:30 to 22 p.m. on Dec. 31. All proceeds will support the 501c3 organization. All ages welcome (admission is free for those under 21 years of age).
Bar Blitzen at Culinary Dropout Tempe
149 S. Farmer Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281 | 480-240-1601
Spend the last day of 2025 at Bar Blitzen, Tempe’s most festive holiday pop-up experience. Located at The Coop within Culinary Dropout Tempe this seasonal experience features very merry cocktails, over-the-top decor and endless opportunities to get “sleighed” with holiday fun. Reservations required; space is limited. NYE hours: 4 p.m. to 12 a.m.
NYE at Lush Cafe & Lounge feat. Carl Thomas
7470 S. Priest Drive, Tempe, AZ 85283 | 480-590-5755
Lush Cafe & Lounge is hosting a special New Year’s Eve celebration featuring live music by Carl Thomas, including fan-favorite hits “Summer Rain” and “Emotional.” This event, which takes place from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Dec 31, offers an upscale, intimate atmosphere with a DJ set, live music, dancing, food service and bar service. Visit the event website for more information and tickets. Each ticket includes one complimentary champagne toast at midnight. This event is for ages 21 and up.
Wonderland NYE Party at Varsity Tavern
501 S. Mill Ave., Suite 200, Tempe, AZ 85281 | 480-534-8620
Celebrate the end of 2025 and cheers to the beginning of a New Year with a night to remember at Varsity Tavern. DJs will be playing the best in EDM, Top 40 and Hip-Hop from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Then watch the biggest visual countdown to midnight in Arizona on Tempe’s premiere Megatron and enjoy a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Doors open at 4 p.m. Visit the event website for more information and tickets. This event is for ages 21 and up.
Midnight Rodeo NYE Party at Neon Spur
680 S. Mill Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281 | 480-209-1760
Neon Spur’s NYE Midnight Rodeo is a disco-cowboy New Year’s throwdown beginning at 4 p.m. on Dec. 31. Expect DJ beats, $10 champagne bottles, $5 Rumple/Jäger/Fireball shots, and a wild midnight countdown. RSVP here for a free jell-o shot. 21+ event. This event is for ages 21 and up.
NYE at C.A.S.A. Tempe
5 E. 6th St., Tempe, Arizona 85281 | 480-557-8226
Ring in the New Year at one of the hottest venues on Downtown Tempe’s Mill Avenue. This high-energy, indoor/outdoor party can be kicked up a notch by adding a NYE VIP package to your experience (three tiers available). For VIP reservations, text Dono at 480-408-5010.
Marquee Theatre
730 N. Mill Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281 | 480-829-0607
Ring in 2026 at Tempe’s premier entertainment venue, Marquee Theatre. This New Year’s Eve, Tech N9ne and special guests will take the stage on Dec. 31. Doors open at 6 p.m.; show at 7 p.m.
Yucca Tap Room
29 W. Southern Ave., Tempe, AZ 85282 | 480-967-4777
Yucca Tap Room is wrapping up 2025 with its annual New Year’s Fiasco. This year’s party will feature Operation Poison Ivy — Yucca’s original Op Ivy cover band — with special guests: Ass Wipe Junkies, The Metrix (members of Authority Zero and Miles To Nowhere), Parched and Sorrower. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and the show begins at 8 p.m. This show is for the 21 and up crowd only. Visit the event website for additional details.
