Atlanta is known for its vibrant culture, and New Year’s Eve in the city is no exception. From family-friendly festivities to late-night concerts, dance parties, and Black cultural events, the city offers a celebration for every style and every age.
This year families can enjoy daytime events with early “noon” countdowns, balloon drops, and kid-friendly performances, while adults can dive into citywide celebrations, live concerts featuring iconic Black artists and nightlife experiences highlighting Afrobeats, R&B and hip-hop.
Culturally significant events are at the heart of Atlanta’s NYE scene, offering spaces to celebrate Black excellence, music, fashion, and community. Here’s a list of events happening in the city to ring in the new year:
Nightlife, Concerts and Cultural Experiences
Countdown Over ATL
Atlanta’s new citywide NYE celebration replacing the Peach Drop is perfect for a magical midnight countdown with friends, family or neighbors.
- Where: Downtown and Midtown Atlanta
- When: TBD
- Cost: Free
Gucci Mane – MASK’D & ICE’D
The “Icy” rapper will perform with the Atlanta Pops Orchestra for a unique concert experience.
- Where: Atlanta Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta
- When: 7 to 11 p.m.
- Cost: Prices vary depending on seating
NYE at Politan Row & JoJo’s Beloved Cocktail Lounge
Dance your way into the new year and toast 2026.
- Where: 1197 Peachtree St. NE, suite 150, Atlanta
- When: 8 p.m. to midnight
- Cost: Tickets start at $27
NYE Disco Dreams – Your 3rd Spot
This arcade-style restaurant offers games like bowling, air hockey, skeeball and more at their disco-themed NYE party with music, dancing, and a balloon drop at midnight.
- Where: Your 3rd Spot, 400 Chattahoochee Row NW, Atlanta
- When: 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.
- Cost: Price varies depending on reservation
DJ Mars Presents “All This Love” – R&B NYE Party
DJ Mars and DJ E Clazz spin R&B hits with a confetti-popper countdown at midnight.
- Where: City Winery Atlanta, 650 North Ave. NE, Atlanta
- When: 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
- Cost: Tickets start at $90
AfroSocaLove – Atlanta NYE One Love Festival
Featuring DJs, live performances, food and business vendors celebrating the African diaspora the night is sure to be a vibe.
- Where: Blackburn Park, 3493 Ashford Dunwoody Road NE, Brookhaven
- When: 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
- Cost: Tickets start at $18.30
Come Together x House In The Park — New Year’s Eve Celebration
A NYE party blending sounds spanning from soul, funk, hip-hop, house, disco and more, the evening includes two rooms of music, craft cocktails, a photo booth, and a midnight champagne toast.
- Where: Westside Motor Lounge, 725 Echo St. NW, Atlanta,
- When: 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
- Cost: Tickets start at $34.05
NYE 2026 ALL BLACK PARTY – Live Music & Dance at Theory Atlanta
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style with live music, a buffet, dancing in your classic all-black dress-to-impress outfit.
- Where: Theory Restaurant & Lounge, 3695 Club Drive, suite B, Duluth
- When: 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
- Cost: Tickets start at $32.23
NYE in the ATL 2026 — New Year’s Eve Atlanta Party
The night features comedy shows, DJ sets, a balloon drop, and a multi‑room celebration packed with beats and vibes.
- Where: Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia, 355 Ashford Dunwoody Road NE, Atlanta
- When: 6 p.m. to 3 a.m.
- Cost: Tickets start at $25
Family-Friendly and Early Evening Fun
Zoo Year’s Eve
Count down to noon with furry friends and hourly family-friendly activities, music, and surprises.
- Where: Zoo Atlanta, 800 Cherokee Ave. SE, Atlanta
- When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m
- Cost: Tickets for kids start at $20.70 and tickets for adults start at $29.95
New Year’s Eve Bash – Early Innings
Enjoy a balloon drop, live music, and festive fun for little ones.
- Where: The Battery Atlanta, 800 Battery Ave. SE, Atlanta
- When: 6 to 8 p.m.
- Cost: Free
Noon Year’s Eve
The kids will love the LEGO ball drop and party favors for an early celebration.
- Where: LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta, 3500 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta
- When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Cost: Tickets start at $27.99
Kids’ Early NYE Celebration
Make it an early but memorable evening with fireworks, music, and family activities.
- Where: Stone Mountain Park, 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd., Stone Mountain
- When: Drone and light show begins at 8 p.m. and NYE countdown happens at 9 p.m.
- Cost: Tickets start at $29.99
