Best New Year's Eve Events in Dallas-Fort Worth

And just like that, another decade is about to come to an end. Kick of the 2020's with a bang by celebrating at these top New Year's Eve parties and events happening around Dallas-Fort Worth.

Kid-Friendly

Noon Year's Eve

Where: Fort Worth Museum of Science and History

When: Tuesday, December 31st, 2019 @ 10:30am-12:30pm

Cost: FREE with Admission

We all know keeping the kids up until midnight rarely goes over well, so why not celebrate "Noon Year's Eve" instead? Join the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History on New Year's Eve where the kids can make their own hats and noisemakers, try hands-on experiments, discover New Year's traditions from around the world, and then have a confetti-filled countdown at noon.

EPIC New Year's Eve

Where: Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark, 2970 Epic Place, Grand Prairie TX 75052

When: Tuesday, December 31st, 2019 @ 10:00am-Wednesday, January 1, 2020 @ 1:00am

Cost: $22 Admission for Grand Prairie Residents; $34 Admission for Non-Residents

Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark is hosting an all-day and all-night swimming party with DJ music, a New Year's Eve "Duck Drop" at 6:00pm, 9:00pm, and midnight, duck races, and lots of other festive activities. 

If you want to upgrade your tickets, for $30 per adult or $15 per child, you can also enjoy a delicious prime rib buffet dinner in the evening.

Buy your tickets for the whole family online.

Dallas

Party on the Plaza

Where: Dallas City Hall, 1500 Marilla St, Dallas TX 75201

When: Tuesday, December 31st, 2019 @ 7:00pm

Cost: FREE

VisitDallas is teaming up with hosts Ron Corning and Yolonda Williams for Party on the Plaza at Dallas City Hall. They'll have food trucks, drinks, live entertainment from American Idol favorites, CASTRO, as well as the Emerald City Elevation Band. Then you'll be in the perfect spot to enjoy Reunion Tower's over-the-top fireworks show at midnight!

NYE on Cloud 9 Hosted by Five Sixty by Wolfgang Puck

Where: Five Sixty, 300 Reunion Blvd E, Dallas TX 75207

When: Tuesday, December 31, 2019 @ 9:00pm

Cost: $225/person

Purchasing a ticket to Five Sixty's unforgettable party at Reunion Tower will get you the best view in Dallas on New Year's Eve. Five Sixty will be serving some light bites and a champagne toast at midnight. Plus there will be an open bar and music from DJ Jason Esquire.

And at 11:59pm, guests will be able to enjoy a fireworks spectacular with more than 4,000 pyrotechnic special effects.

Purchase your tickets online.

Roaring 2020s NYE at Legacy Hall

Where: Legacy Hall, 7800 Windrose Ave, Plano TX 75024

When: Tuesday, December 31, 2019 @ 9:00pm

Cost: FREE General Admission or $50 for the Golden Experience

Legacy Hall is back with their 3rd Annual New Year's Eve Party which is a "Roaring 2020s" theme this year. Come dressed in your flapper gown and dapper suit and enjoy the live music, drinks, food from the restaurant stalls, and a balloon drop at midnight.

If you're showing up General Admission, be sure to get there early as seating is on a first come, first served basis. Registering does NOT guarantee you seating or access to the venue!

Purchase your Golden Experience tickets to enjoy a Specialty Menu, midnight toast, and more exclusive entertainment.

Fort Worth

Cole Swindell at Billy Bob's Texas

Where: Billy Bob's Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plz, Fort Worth TX 76164

When: Tuesday, December 31st, 2019 @ 10:30pm

Cost: Tickets starting at $25 for General Admission

What says "New Year's Even in Texas" more than celebrating with the live country music at Billy Bob's Texas? Doors open at 6:00pm and the show starts at 10:30. While you're there, enjoy their Texas-sized dance floor, bull riding, food from their honkey tonk kitchen, and their video arcade. 

Buy tickets online.

Lonestar NYE Live!

Where: Texas Live!, 1650 E Randol Mill Rd, Arlington TX 76011

When: Tuesday, December 31st, 2019 @ 8:00pm

Cost: Tickets starting at $70 per person

Ring in the new year at Texas Live! in Arlington. The event kicks off at 8:00pm and will include live music, multiple DJ's, a champagne toast, confetti cannons, party favors, and a ball drop at midnight.

Purchase your tickets here.

New Year's Eve with Four Day Weekend in Fort Worth

Where: Four Day Weekend Comedy Theater, 312 Houston St, Fort Worth TX 76102

When: Tuesday, December 31, 2019 @ 8:00pm

Cost: $110 per person

These guys are old friends of mine and I always love an opportunity to see them perform! Their incredible NYE package includes admission to their interactive comedy show, a cocktail-style dinner catered by Reata, a ticket to a future Four Day Weekend performance, a free copy of Four Day Weekend’s best-selling book “Happy Accidents”, a champagne toast, and dancing. Need we say more? 

You can buy tickets for both their Fort Worth and Dallas shows online at fourdayweekend.com.

New Year's Eve: A Gershwin Celebration

Where: Bass Performance Hall, 525 Commerce St, Fort Worth TX 76102

When: Tuesday, December 31, 2019 @ 7:30pm

Cost: Tickets starting at $44

Spend your New Year's Eve with the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra and Miguel Harth-Bedoya as they present a program of Gershwin's greatest hits, including Rhapsody in Blue, An American in Paris and more.

Purchase your tickets online.

Denton County

3 Drunk Monkeys NYE at Rockin S Lake Grapevine

Where: Rockin' S Bar & Grill - Lake Grapevine, 4600 Murrell Park Rd, Flower Mound TX 75022

When: Tuesday, December 31, 2019 @ 8:00pm

Cost: FREE

Enjoy New Year's Eve lakeside at Rockin' S Bar & Grill along the shores of Lake Grapevine where they'll have live music from 3 Drunk Monkeys, a local party/dance/rock band.

New Year's Eve at the Tavern

Where: The Tavern at Lakeside, 2600 Lakeside Pkwy Ste 100, Flower Mound TX 75022

When: Tuesday, December 31, 2019 @ 6:00pm

Cost: FREE

Come as you are or come in your favorite 20's attire to The Tavern at Lakeside on New Year's Eve where you can enjoy their delicious menu (we love their Crispy Brussel Sprouts and their Texas Pork Chop), then ring in 2020 with a champagne toast at midnight.

Back in the Day NYE 90's Tribute Party

Where: Alkeys Lounge & Eatery, 165 West Main St, Lewisville TX 75057

When: Tuesday, December 31, 2019 @ 8:00pm

Cost: FREE

While many places are hopping on the "20's" theme, Alkeys Lounge & Eatery is all about the 1990's! Come dance the night away as DJ Doug plays music from Nirvana, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Beastie Boys, No Doubt, Green Day and more!

New Year's Eve Bash at The Brass Tap

Where: The Brass Tap - Highland Village, 4151 Waller Creek Ste 130, Highland Village TX 75077

When: Tuesday, December 31, 2019 @ 8:00pm

Cost: FREE

The Brass Tap in Highland Village is celebrating their first New Year's Eve since opening with live music from local DJ, David Hodges, starting at 9:00pm and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight.

New Year's Eve at Z Grill & Tap

Where: Z Grill & Tap, 2321 Cross Timbers Rd, Flower Mound TX 75028

When: Tuesday, December 31, 2019 @ 9:00pm

Cost: FREE

New Year's Eve at Z Grill & Tap is always a great time and this year will surely be no different. The Alternatives, an alt rock tribute band, will be performing all night so you can groove on the dance floor. And there will be a champagne toast at midnight to kick off the new year.