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Top Guide To New Year’s Eve Celebrations In Omaha (2024)

There are a lot of New Year’s Eve events in Omaha in 2024, including events for families and all ages. Of course, there are a ton of 21 and older events at bars, convert venues and casinos, too. If you’re looking for a special place to celebrate the New Year in Omaha, check out this list!

A black hat with Happy New Year on it

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New Year’s Eve Fireworks In Omaha (2024)

The New Year’s Eve Fireworks Spectacular starts at 7 p.m. Tune in to STAR 104.5 to listen to the music the fireworks are choreographed to. Fireworks will be launched from 10th and Cass streets, near CHI Health Center & Charles Schwab Field. That’s also the recommended viewing area.

Arrive early and park for FREE to view the up-close show in the recommended viewing areas: CHI Health Event Center Lots A, B & C (lot opens to the public at 6 p.m. and Lot A is only the lower lot); and at Gallup Parking Lots, 1001 Gallup Drive. All Downtown Omaha parking meters will be free after 5 p.m. on Dec. 31, courtesy of Park Omaha.

Family New Year’s Eve Events (2024)

Balloons are about to drop down on the crowd below during Noon Year's Eve at The Durham Museum
Photo courtesy The Durham Museum
  • Celebrate New Year’s Eve early at Carter Lake Public Library, 1120 Willow Drive, Carter Lake, Iowa. The Noon Year’s Eve Party is Dec. 28 at 11 a.m., and includes activities and a balloon drop. FREE
  • The Durham Museum, 801 S. 10th St., celebrates the New Year on Dec. 31 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The popular day-time event includes live music from Dino O’Dell and the T-Rex All-Stars, as well as crafts and activities. Make a party hat to wear while enjoying the bubble wrap stomp and balloon drop at noon in the Suzanne and Walter Scott Great Hall. Included with regular admission; advanced ticket purchase is highly encouraged due to limited capacity.
  • Noon Year’s Eve is celebrated at Omaha’s Zoo on Dec. 31 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. featuring special activities from for daytime visitors. Include with admission.
  • The annual Bubbly New Year’s Eve event at Omaha Children’s Museum, 500 S. 20th St., is all day long on Dec. 31 (well, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.). Enjoy the Amazing Bubble Show, crafts, characters, and bubble drops throughout the day. All activities included with admission, while supplies last.
  • Noon Year’s Eve party at Hy-Vee, 2323 W. Broadway, Council Bluffs, Iowa, is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a balloon drop at noon. There will be kids’ lunch specials, coloring pages, and sparkling grape juice, as well.
  • Winterland’s Noon Year’s Eve Celebration at the ice skating rink at Heartwood Preserve, 145th Street just south of Dodge, is Dec. 31 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Limited walk-up tickets available. FREE
  • Noon Year’s Eve is celebrated at Baright Public Library, 5555 S. 77th St., Ralston, Neb., on Dec. 31 at 11:30 a.m. starting with storytime and then a countdown. FREE
  • Noon Year’s Eve Party at Altitude Trampoline Park, 5575 N. 90th St., is Dec. 31 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 and includes two hours of jumping, a balloon drop, prizes, and a sparkling cider toast. The event limited to the first 100 jumpers.
  • New Year’s Eve Drop-In Activities are planned at Gretna Children’s Library, 119 N. McKenna Ave., Gretna, Neb., on Dec. 31 fro 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Expect New Year’s themed arts and crafts. No library card or registration required. FREE
  • New Year’s Eve Glow Party is Dec. 31 from 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. at The Hub Trampoline Park, 7 S. Fourth St., Council Bluffs, Iowa. There will be party favors, pizza and non-alcoholic sparking beverages. Tickets are $30.
  • Noon Year’s Eve Party at Springfield Memorial Library, 665 Main St., Springfield, Neb., is Dec. 31 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. There will be crafts and a dance party, as well as a ball drop at noon. Open to all ages. FREE
  • There’s a New Year’s Eve Lock-In at Ruff House Family Entertainment Center, 2310 E. 23rd St., Fremont Neb., on Dec. 31. There will be games, movies, food, and a balloon drop. Drop-off begins at 8 p.m. Ticket option are for the full night ($40 for members; $60 for non-members) or partial night (pick-up at 1 a.m. and $25 for members; $35 for non-members).

Events for teens and 18+ crowds

  • The New Year’s Eve Bash at The Steppe Center, 11730 Peel Circle, La Vista, Neb., is open to ages 18 and older, and includes live music and a karaoke lounge, hors d’oeuvers, and a champagne toast. Tickets start at $40 and include one drink ticket.

2024 New Year’s Eve Events in Omaha for Adults (21+)

  • The New Year’s Eve Party at The Maxx, 1417 Jackson St., starts at 4 p.m. with Happy Hour drink specials until the dance floors open up at 8 p.m. Party favors and midnight surprise. Must be 21+
  • There are three New Year’s Eve party venues at The Granary, 7401 Main St., Ralston, Neb., including a free outdoor party with a live DJ, fire pits, and live midnight ball drop. Inside Bushwacker’s Saloon, the general admission party includes a live DJ, a large dance floor, access to BBQ Brothers special NYE menu, darts, pool, bull rides, plus a complimentary champagne toast and party favors and the midnight ball drop. At The Venues at the Granary, those with VIP Party Access get live music, gourmet hors d’oeuvres, a photo booth, a heated deck with the best view of the midnight ball drop, and a complimentary champagne toast and party favors to make the night unforgettable. Parties start at 8 p.m. Must be 21+
  • NYE Party at Smash Park, 8121 S. 125th St., La Vista, Neb., is Dec. 31 from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. with music by Cover Me Badd from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. There will be door prizes and a raffle. FREE
  • New Year’s Eve Bourbon Ball is from 8 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. at Jewell on Capitol located in the Omaha Marriott Downtown, 222 N. 10th St., featuring a Progressive Bourbon Tastings every hour including Elijah Craig Toasted Small Batch Bourbon (8 p.m.), Baby Jane Bourbon by Widow Jane (9 p.m.), Heaven Hill 7 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (10 p.m.), Henry McKenna 10 Year Single Barrel (11 p.m., and Elijah Craig Single Barrel Bourbon (midnight). Cost includes dinner and late night snacks; packages available that include overnight stay at Marriott. Must be 21+
  • Three bars in the Capitol District are having an epic night with three distinct vibes on Dec. 31 starting at 8 p.m. – Annie’s Irish Pub: Celestial Countdown; Beer Can Alley: Denim & Diamonds; and The Exchange: Black & Gold Extravaganza. All three bars will have a Cash & Prize Balloon Drop at midnight. Call/Text (309) 525-0051 to book a VIP reservation. General admission available at the door.
  • Timekiller, a New Year’s Eve Celebration, is Dec. 31 at 8 p.m. at The Verdict An Urban Bar & Grill, 1901 Harney St. Music by DJ Barrens and DJ Sado_Naut. Champaign toast at midnight. Cost is $5. Must be 21+
  • New Year’s Eve in the Orleans Room, located inside the Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel at 302 S. 36th St., starts at 9 p.m. There will be a dance floor, live music, light bites, and a champagne toast at midnight. Tickets are $75, and reserved tables are available. Must be 21+ Tip: Reserve a room at Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel to make it a complete night.
  • Joslyn Castle & Gardens, 3902 Davenport St., celebrates the New Year with the Bridgerton-inspired Four Seasons Ball starting at 9 p.m. on Dec. 31. Entertainment by DJ Herricane Cole, free photo booth from 9 to 11 p.m., cash bar, and a champagne toast at midnight. Cost is $45. Ball gowns and formal wear encouraged. Must be 21+
  • Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Slowdown, 729 N. 14th St., with a party featuring DJs Crabrangucci & Tyrone Storm + Coco, dancing, and champagne toast at midnight. Party starts at 9 p.m., doors open at 8. Ticket prices increase the closer to the event ($10 General Admission through Nov. 30, $20 General Admission through Dec. 30, and $30 day of show). VIP tickets are available for $80. Must be 21+
  • Bar 415, 415 S. 13th St. counts down to 2025 with a New Year’s Eve party with DJs and Dapper performing an exclusive two-hour set. The party starts at 9 p.m. Must be 21+
  • New Year’s Eve Party with Mason Michaels is at the Whiskey Roadhouse inside Horseshoe Casino, 2701 23rd Ave., Council Bluffs, Iowa, from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Must be 21+
  • New Year’s Eve Winter Masquerade at JL Studios, 4879 S. 132nd Ave., Suite B, is Dec. 31 starting at 9 p.m. There will be DJs starting at 11 p.m., as well as an art exhibit, and midnight toast. Cover is $10. Must be 21+
  • Stoli’s Lounge, 715 N. 120th St., celebrates on New Year’s Eve with a midnight balloon drop and karaoke, and music. Event starts at 9 p.m. No cover. Must be 21+
  • New Year Bubbly Bash is Dec. 31 starting at 9 p.m. at Kush Ultra Lounge, 1402 Howard St. There will be live music and a DJ, plus a magic show. VIP reservations are available. Must be 21+
  • New Year’s Eve Celebration at Magnolia Hotel, 1615 Howard St., is 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Event includes live music, an open bar, tarot card readings and more. Dress is cocktail attire, and 1920s and 1930s style is encouraged. Cost is $150 per person. Must be 21+ Book an overnight stay at Magnolia Hotel here.
  • New Year’s Eve at Anna’s Place, 1802 Dodge St., starts at 10 p.m. on Dec. 31 (doors open at 9). Cost is $75 and includes four champagne themed cocktails and a toast at midnight. Light snacks will be available. Must be 21+
New Year's Eve revelers with a bottle of champaign and balloons

New Year’s Eve Dinners and Special Meals

  • Have dinner at Greek Islands, 3821 Center St., and enjoy the New Year’s Eve Belly Dance Shows that night. Performances are on Dec. 31 at 6:30 and 8 p.m. Reservations required; call (402) 346-1528 to reserve a table.
  • Le Voltaire, 569 N. 155th Plaza, will have New Year’s Eve Dinner on Dec. 31 at 5 and 8:30 p.m. Reservations can be made by calling (402) 934-9374.
  • Jams Modern American, 1101 Harney St., will have a special New Year’s Eve menu that includes Escargot Scampi, Lobster Tail, Tomahawk and more. 
  • Masa Luna, a new Little Bohemia bar opening in 2025, will have a Sneak Peek Dinner on Dec. 31 at Fizzy’s Fountain & Liquors, 1408 S. 13th St. Cost is $75 per diner and includes a three courses and two agave cocktails, as well as live entertainment. Reservations must be made by Dec. 29. Tables with reservations on Dec. 31 at 9 and 9:30 p.m. get a complimentary bubbly at midnight. Must be 21+
  • The Bubbly Tart, 3020 Leavenworth St., will have a NYE Wine/Bubbly Tasting + Tea on Dec. 31 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Cost is $75 per person and includes three different wines/bubbly along with some savory bites and mini desserts. Must be 21+
  • Nick’s Quorum, 1001 Cass St., is offering a four-course New Year’s Eve dinner that includes tickets to the DJ party at Slowdown on Dec. 31. Menu includes entree options like Prime Rib Junior with Yorkshire, Lion’s Mane Mushroom “Crab” Cake, Broasted Chicken, Lamb Rack, Lobster Wellington, or 10-ounce Bone-In Filet (at an additional price). Cost is $85 per person. Must be 21+
  • There’s a Gatsby-themed New Year’s Eve dinner and dance at 6201 Maple St., with two seating times for the five-course dinner on Dec. 31: 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. The dance party starts at 9 p.m. Tickets for the dance are available here, and start at $15. Must be 21+
  • Sips About To Countdown 2025 is at Sips On 10th, 1022 S. 10th St., on New Year’s Eve starting at 8 p.m. Tickets are $50 and include 2 reserved seats, live music with Parfait, heavy hors d’oeuvres buffet from 8 to 11 p.m., a bottle of JCB Champagne, and party favors. Must be 21+

New Year’s Eve hours for Omaha’s top attractions

Here’s a round-up of holiday hours for Omaha’s museums and top attractions on Dec. 31:

  • Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium, 3701 S. 10th St., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Buildings stay open until 5 p.m.
  • The Durham Museum, 801 S. 10th St., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (New Year’s Eve activities are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; advanced ticket purchases are recommended)
  • Kiewit Luminarium, 345 Riverfront Drive, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft St., 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. as well as Bright Nights from 4:30 to 9 p.m. (timed tickets must be purchased in advance for Bright Nights)
  • Omaha Children’s Museum, 500 S. 20th St., 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with Bubbly New Year’s Eve activities
  • Amazing Pizza Machine, 13955 S Plaza, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. (arcade and store closes at 12:30 p.m.)
  • Spare Time, 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. (ball drop at midnight over the lanes)
  • Fontenelle Forest, 1111 Bellevue Blvd. N., Bellevue Neb., 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum, 28210 W. Park Highway, Ashland, Neb., 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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