Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Downtown Las Vegas with an array of dining options, live performances, and immersive experiences across the Arts District, Fremont East, and the heart of downtown. From high-energy nightlife to elegant prix-fixe dinners, Downtown Las Vegas offers something for every type of reveler.
Culinary Highlights for New Year’s Eve in Downtown Las Vegas
La Mona Rosa
Ring in 2026 with multi-course Mexican dinners featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients and festive cocktails. La Mona Rosa provides a vibrant atmosphere perfect for groups and families looking to celebrate the holiday with traditional flavors and a celebratory twist.
Vic’s Las Vegas
Enjoy a big band style celebration with live music from Dave Damiani and a special New Year’s Eve prix-fixe dinner:
- Surf & Turf: 8oz Filet Mignon with two Blackened Shrimp, Bearnaise sauce, sautéed Haricot Verte, and Baby Carrots ($75)
- Fish of the Day: Pan Seared Bronzino with Chimichurri sauce, Spinach and Mushroom Risotto ($65)
Seating times: 7 p.m. ($50 per person) or 9:30 p.m. ($60 per person), including a shared appetizer, festive party favors, and bottomless bubbly to toast the New Year. Reservations strongly recommended at Vic’s Las Vegas, here.
Oscar’s Steakhouse at Plaza Hotel & Casino
Celebrate with a holiday a la carte menu and complimentary champagne toast at midnight while enjoying downtown’s only live fireworks show. Reservations are recommended online or by calling 702-387-7227. The Plaza also offers a special NYE Room Package with discounted rates and no resort fees.
Park on Fremont
Start 2026 with a restorative New Year’s Day brunch featuring creative breakfast and brunch dishes, perfect for recovering from the festivities of the night before.
Holsteins Shakes & Buns
Celebrate National Bloody Mary Day and National Hangover Day on January 1 with $5 bloody marys, brunch offerings, and the signature Hangover Dog from Haute Doggery. Brunch runs 11 a.m.–3 p.m., featuring inventive dishes like the avocado “toast-ada,” brunch eggrolls, and s’mores French toast. Two-hour bottomless mimosas are available for $23 per person.
Nightlife and Entertainment
Discopussy and We All Scream
Dance the night away with high-energy house and techno sets. Both venues offer immersive New Year’s Eve parties with DJ lineups, themed décor, and lively crowds to keep the celebration going until midnight.
Doberman Drawing Room
Experience a sophisticated “Midnight in Paris” cabaret with live music, cocktails, and an intimate atmosphere ideal for guests seeking a chic, elegant celebration off the Strip.
Commonwealth and Lucky Day
Enjoy rooftop views, mezcal-focused cocktails, and lively festivities for a high-energy start to the new year. These venues are perfect for revelers who want to combine cocktails, dancing, and city views in one night.
Vic’s Las Vegas
After dinner, continue the celebration with live music and late-night happy hour options until the last hour of operation, creating an unforgettable New Year’s Eve in Downtown Las Vegas experience.
Downtown Fireworks and Public Celebrations
Plaza Hotel & Casino Fireworks
Downtown’s iconic Plaza will host a spectacular midnight fireworks show visible for miles. Guests can enjoy the display from the Carousel Bar under the property’s glass dome while sipping handcrafted cocktails.
Fremont Street Experience
The Fremont Street Experience will host its official New Year’s Eve celebration, Countdown Under The Canopy™, featuring performances by Robin Thicke, CeeLo Green, Common Kings, Chingy, Pertinence, and Sammy Johnson. Gates open at 7 p.m., and tickets are $60, increasing to $65 on December 27. Tickets can be purchased online here. This celebration includes multiple stages with live DJs, high-energy performances, and a festive downtown atmosphere. Make sure to check out our safety tips here!
Legacy Club
For those looking to celebrate above the city, enjoy the New Year’s Eve Countdown in the Clouds at Legacy Club with stunning fireworks views, an open bar, and DJ Optic. Tickets are $295 + LET tax and can be purchased here.
