North Texas is full of fantastic New Year’s Eve celebrations perfect for reflecting on the past year, celebrating personal growth and embracing the promise of a fresh start. It’s a time to dine with loved ones and share memorable moments. It’s also a time to party.
You've already seen our Plano and Frisco New Year's Eve guides, but maybe you're still looking for that perfect event.
Here's Local Profile's curated list of where to celebrate the New Year in North Texas:
New Year's Eve with The Maylee Thomas Band
When: Dec. 31 | 8:30 p.m.
Where: 6633 Virginia Parkway, McKinney
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Why You Should Go
The Guitar Sanctuary is dedicated to all things guitar. In addition to selling and repairing guitars, they also host electrifying concerts all year round. Why not kick off the new year with a rockin’ show? Oh yeah, and McKinney Mayor George Fuller will hit the stage with his own guitar.
What To Expect
The Guitar Sanctuary will present its annual New Year's Eve Concert featuring The Maylee Thomas Band, with special guests The Woodsmen. The Woodsmen will start the evening with a performance, followed by The Maylee Thomas Band. Each ticket includes a champagne toast at midnight and access to a dessert bar. Bar service will also be available (not included with tickets).
New Year’s Eve at The Comedy Arena
When: Dec. 31 | 8 p.m.
Where: 305 E. Virginia St. #104, McKinney
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Why You Should Go
The Comedy Arena will soon present Dallas-native Aaron Aryanpur — winner of Funniest Comic in Texas — who recently made his national TV debut on FOX’s Laughs. Aryanpur was also a semifinalist in Comedy Central’s Up Next Talent Search and NBC’s Stand Up for Diversity. His album In Spite Of (released through Stand Up! Records) debuted at #7 on the iTunes Comedy Chart and quickly reached #1.
What To Expect
Gather at The Comedy Arena and laugh your way into 2025. The evening will feature original stand-up comedy with Aaron Aryanpur, a champagne toast, party favors and an after-party to keep the celebration going all night long.
New Year’s Eve Bash at Grandscape
When: Dec. 31 | 8 p.m.
Where: 5752 Grandscape Blvd, The Colony
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Why You Should Go
As one of the largest and most unique mixed-use developments in the country, Grandscape offers retail, entertainment, dining and attractions to kick off New Year’s Eve celebrations before the big event later in the evening.
What To Expect
Head to Grandscape and celebrate 2025. Ringing in the New Year with a night of music, dancing and more. Don’t miss out on live DJs, Georgia Bridgwater Orchestra, New Year’s countdown and a midnight fireworks show. The open lawn area behind barricades is free on a first-come, first-served basis. Enjoy the show by bringing a blanket or lawn chair.
NYE Bash at Rock and Brews
When: Dec. 31 | 8:30 p.m.
Where: 5351 Nebraska Furniture Mart Drive, The Colony
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Why You Should Go
Rock and Brews — the brainchild of KISS frontmen Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons — is making a name for itself in Grandscape with top-notch live music, food and more. Spend your New Year’s back in time with a Y2K party of a lifetime at Rock & Brew.
What To Expect
Dress in your early-200s best and head on to Rock & Brews for a live DJ and a great time counting down the minutes to 2025. The restaurant will offer a rockin’ menu for the night, featuring a special four-course dinner with menu classics and new additions.
Herman Marshall New Year’s Eve Party
When: Dec. 31 | 8 p.m.
Where: 121 N Ballard Ave, Wylie
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Why You Should Go
Herman Marshall is an independently owned Texas distillery hand-crafting award-winning small-batch whiskey, aged in new American white oak barrels. Herman Marshall Whiskey was founded in 2010 by Master Distiller Herman Beckley and his fellow whiskey connoisseur and business partner Marshall Louis. Spend New Year’s Eve with fellow whiskey enthusiasts and ring in the new year properly.
What To Expect
Expect an evening filled with music from North Texas-based Midnight Traveler with a house DJ. Guests can snack on finger foods, smoked meats, an extensive charcuterie board and a decadent dessert table. A countdown to midnight will be displayed on a large state-of-the-art audio/video system, accompanied by a custom cocktail in a flute to toast with.
Mad Hatter New Year's Eve Party
When: Dec. 31 | 9 p.m.
Where: 12222 Massey Road, Pilot Point
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Why You Should Go
North East Collin County folks can still enjoy New Year’s Eve without having to drive into Plano, Frisco or Dallas. Plus, with live music, bubbly and dancing — what else can you ask for?
What To Expect
Dress to impress in your masquerade mask and ring in the New Year with style. Get ready for a MADsquerade contest, delicious eats, complimentary sparkling wine toast and live music by Vince Lujan Project. Beer and wine will be available for purchase.
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Got kids? No worries! There are still plenty of great family-friendly celebrations in North Texas for all ages. Visit Local Profile’s guide to kid-friendly NYE.
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