3...2...1, Happy New Year! It is almost 2026, and we invite you to ring in the New Year in Rochester, NY! From a night on the town to family-friendly fun for all - there is something for everyone in Greater Rochester. Check out this list of just some of the special events happening to celebrate the start of a new year in the Flower City. Be sure to check with event organizers ahead of time as most of these events to require tickets or reservations.
LIVE MUSIC, PARTIES, & PERFORMANCES
ANNUAL NEW YEAR'S COUNTDOWN PARTY
ARTISANworks
The Grove
The Strathallan
Three Heads Brewing
NEW YEAR'S EVE WITH DESTINTEGRATION
Radio Social
The Daily Refresher
Vine & Tap
Blackfriars Theatre
NEW YEAR'S EVE WITH TODD YOUNGMAN
Comedy @ the Carlson
VINNY & TOMMY'S ADULT NEW YEAR'S EVE
Comedy @ the Carlson
Nazareth University
ROAR
Captain Jack's
Ziggy's
Tin Cup Social
Lovin' Cup
DINNERS
HORIZON'S NEW YEARS EVE DINNER
Woodcliff Hotel & Spa
Sager-Stoneyard Pub
Tony D's
Char Steak & Lounge
Tapas 177
FAMILY-FRIENDLY
NOON YEAR’S EVE
Ball Drop at 12 pm | Seneca Park Zoo
HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS
OFC Creations Theatre
Fleet Feet Rochester
Bristol Mountain
Dave & Busters
Altitude Trampoline Park
There are so many ways to ring in 2026 in Rochester. However you choose to celebrate, share your adventures with us on social media using #VisitROC.
