New Year's Eve 2023 in New Orleans
Do you have a plan for New Year's Eve? There are plenty of options in New Orleans, including special menus, cocktail parties, fireworks, dancing and more. Here's our round up of the highlights - we've divided them up by Family/Restaurtants/Dance parties and music:
Around town/family
Jackson Square: The fleur-de-lis drops against a backdrop of fireworks. This free public display is a well-loved tradition.
Audubon Zoo: Zoo Year's Eve parties all day, with live music, a kid-friendly dance party, games, prizes, and more. Tickets
Louisiana Children's Museum: The annual 'Countdown to Noon', a family-focused party including crafts, games and music. Tickets
Sugar Bowl Parade: Floats, marching bands, plenty of throws and music, a tradition since 1935. More info
Crescent Park: Open until 1am, with fantastic views of the water, a clear vantage point onto the city's firework show.
Creole Queen: Ring in the New Year on the Mississippi River. with a buffet, open bar and live music. Tickets
WW2 Museum: New Year’s Eve Dine & Dance with the Victory Swing Orchestra. Tickets
Vue Orleans: Join the party 34 floors up for a bird’s-eye view of New Orleans' spectacular fireworks show. Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, music, and a champagne toast at midnight. 10pm -1am Tickets $300 + tax per person here.
Fulton Alley: Open from 11am – 2am on New Year’s Eve for those looking for a fun late-night activity with friends.
Restaurants
The Chloe:
Caviar, Champagne and Fried Chicken, 6pm to 9pm in partnership with Caviar Star. An opulent celebration complete with bottomless champagne, caviar, and elevated bites from chef Ben Triola, such as Fried Chicken Bites with Salmon Roe Ranch and Pimento Cheese Gougeres. Tickets are available for purchase on Resy here for $120pp.
Mister Mao
House of Prime Rib - a festive four-course prix fixe dinner featuring signature bold and inventive dishes for $85 per person. The main course, served family-style is Roast Prime Rib of Beef with turmeric creamed greens, mashed Yukon gold potatoes, Dutch baby cream of hot ass horseradish, and beef tallow jus. Open on New Year’s Eve with seatings at 6pm and 8.30pm. For reservations, visit Resy. Mister Mao will also kick off the new year with its a la carte Walk of Shame Dim Sum brunch on Monday, January 1st, with three seatings at 12noon, 2pm and 4pm. For reservations, visit Resy.
Virgin Hotels New Orleans
With multiple happenings going around the hotel, there’s something for everyone. Dinner Specials at Commons Club. The 2nd Floor has a live performance by the legendary, Where Y'acht. From 8pm-1pm with a private bar, exclusive party favors, picturesque moments, and a complimentary Champagne toast at midnight. To purchase tickets, visit Eventbrite. At the Pool Club/Dream Boat, Pleasure Savior & Freewater are teaming up from 8pm-1am. Sip on specialty cocktails, take in the views and enjoy a midnight toast complete with complimentary bubbly and a dazzling fireworks display. Fun amenities include a video confessional booth for guests to share their best stories + moments from 2023 and manifest the best for 2024. To purchase tickets, visit Dice.
Tujague’s
From 5pm-9.30pm, enjoy a delicious four-course prix fixe New Year’s Eve menu prepared by Executive Chef Gus Martin for $90 per person (plus tax and gratuity). Includes Seafood Gumbo, Truffled Gulf Shrimp and Crab Salad, Lobster Risotto, Grilled Filet Mignon, Pan-Roasted Pompano, Pan Seared Maple Leaf Duck Breast, Fresh Fruit Pavlova and Crème Brûlée. For reservations, visit OpenTable.
The Bower
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a festive four-course dinner menu from 4pm-10pm. Priced at $95 per person (plus tax and gratuity), menu includes Roasted Little Neck Clam, Smoked Lion's Mane Mushroom Cappelletti, Seared Scallop, Tuna Carpaccio, Snow Crab Salad, Lobster Radiatore, Chocolate Torte and Triple Cream Cheese. Reservations can be made on OpenTable. READ OUR REVIEW OF THE BOWER
Compere Lapin
Ring in the new year at Chef Nina Compton’s Compere Lapin from 5.30pm-10pm for $150 per person. Guests can enjoy some of Compton’s favorite dishes, which include Deviled Eggs, Potato Gnocchi, Duck Crepinette and Black Cake with milk punch and Winter fruit. For reservations, visit Resy.
Costera
As the year comes to an end, Costera invites visitors on a gastronomic culinary journey with its exclusive four-course family-style tasting menu. Priced at $95 per person, enjoy Marinated American Red Snapper and Spanish Octopus, LA Blue Crab Croquettes, Crispy Veal Sweetbreads, Grilled Lamb Pintxo, Roasted Beets, Hudson Valley Duck, Stewed Black Eyed Peas, Crisp Apple and Pear Salad, Tres Leches Cake and Mango Mousse For reservations, visit Resy.
Osteria Lupo
Step into the world of Northern Italy at Osteria Lupo. A special four-course family-style tasting menu for $95 per person. Indulge in the Antipasto Platter, Ricotta Truffle Agnolotti, Spaghetti alle Vongole, Braised Beef Short Rib, Parmigiano Reggiano Polenta, Shaved Fennel and Arugula Salad, Limoncello Tiramisu and Dark Chocolate Budino. Reservations can be made on Resy.
Saint John
Saint John will start the day with its weekly Sunday Drag Brunch from 11am – 4pm with drag shows at 12 pm, 1 pm and 2 pm, plus Saint John’s fantastic brunch menu and bottomless bubbles and Bloody Mary’s. For dinner service, Saint John will offer a three-course pre-fixe menu for $75 with the option of added wine pairings (+$35) or bottomless Mumm Napa, Brut Prestige or Rose (+$50). Book reservations HERE.
Copper Vine
Copper Vine will extend its NYE dining hours until 10 pm and offer a complimentary glass of bubbles to every diner during dinner service. The restaurant will serve its regular brunch and dinner menu, along with its holiday Reveillon Menu. See full Reveillon menu here. ($60/person, optional wine pairings for +$55). On New Year’s Day, Copper Vine will be open for the Sugar Bowl 11 am – 3 pm for brunch, with the last dinner seating at 9 pm. Book reservations HERE.
Gris-Gris
Gris-Gris will offer a three-course pre-fixe menu (which includes a welcome glass of bubbles) for $70. The restaurant will also extend its hours until 11 pm. Book reservations HERE.
Brewery Saint X
An inaugural New Year’s Eve bash, inclusive of an open bar with Saint X drafts + casks, premium wines + spirits, specialty cocktails, and a midnight toast, plus an all-you-can-eat menu from Chef Shannon Bingham, DJ sets, and dancing. Tickets ($125) HERE.
Cane & Table
Ring in the New Year with two special champagne cocktails available New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Reserve HERE.
Josephine Estelle
A festive prix-fixe dinner ($105/person) featuring Arancini with ‘nduja fonduta, Octopus with red pepper romesco and crispy potato, Sweetbread Caramelle with bacon, mushrooms, shallot, and chestnuts, and Duck Breast with risi e bisi and pomegranate glaze, reserve HERE.
Lengua Madre’s New Year’s Party
Chef Ana Castro has planned an epic sendoff to Lengua Madre. In lieu of dinner service, the restaurant will host a more casual shindig from 12-6pm with a counter service menu, good wine and cocktails, live mariachi band, and block party vibes.
Miss River
A four-course prix-fixe menu for New Year’s Eve with specials such as Shrimp-Stuffed Crab Claws with remoulade sauce; Louisiana Seafood Platter; Prime New York Strip with au poivre and french fries; and Banana Pudding Service for Two. Reserve HERE.
Seaworthy
A lush New Year’s Eve menu ($130/person) including a Seafood Platter, Roast Prime Rib or Blackened Salmon, and Spiced Poached Pears with champagne granita, plus a Champagne toast. Photos HERE; reserve HERE.
Caviar, Champagne and Fried Chicken, 6pm to 9pm in partnership with Caviar Star. An opulent celebration complete with bottomless champagne, caviar, and elevated bites from chef Ben Triola, such as Fried Chicken Bites with Salmon Roe Ranch and Pimento Cheese Gougeres. Tickets are available for purchase on Resy here for $120pp.
Mister Mao
House of Prime Rib - a festive four-course prix fixe dinner featuring signature bold and inventive dishes for $85 per person. The main course, served family-style is Roast Prime Rib of Beef with turmeric creamed greens, mashed Yukon gold potatoes, Dutch baby cream of hot ass horseradish, and beef tallow jus. Open on New Year’s Eve with seatings at 6pm and 8.30pm. For reservations, visit Resy. Mister Mao will also kick off the new year with its a la carte Walk of Shame Dim Sum brunch on Monday, January 1st, with three seatings at 12noon, 2pm and 4pm. For reservations, visit Resy.
Virgin Hotels New Orleans
With multiple happenings going around the hotel, there’s something for everyone. Dinner Specials at Commons Club. The 2nd Floor has a live performance by the legendary, Where Y'acht. From 8pm-1pm with a private bar, exclusive party favors, picturesque moments, and a complimentary Champagne toast at midnight. To purchase tickets, visit Eventbrite. At the Pool Club/Dream Boat, Pleasure Savior & Freewater are teaming up from 8pm-1am. Sip on specialty cocktails, take in the views and enjoy a midnight toast complete with complimentary bubbly and a dazzling fireworks display. Fun amenities include a video confessional booth for guests to share their best stories + moments from 2023 and manifest the best for 2024. To purchase tickets, visit Dice.
Tujague’s
From 5pm-9.30pm, enjoy a delicious four-course prix fixe New Year’s Eve menu prepared by Executive Chef Gus Martin for $90 per person (plus tax and gratuity). Includes Seafood Gumbo, Truffled Gulf Shrimp and Crab Salad, Lobster Risotto, Grilled Filet Mignon, Pan-Roasted Pompano, Pan Seared Maple Leaf Duck Breast, Fresh Fruit Pavlova and Crème Brûlée. For reservations, visit OpenTable.
The Bower
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a festive four-course dinner menu from 4pm-10pm. Priced at $95 per person (plus tax and gratuity), menu includes Roasted Little Neck Clam, Smoked Lion's Mane Mushroom Cappelletti, Seared Scallop, Tuna Carpaccio, Snow Crab Salad, Lobster Radiatore, Chocolate Torte and Triple Cream Cheese. Reservations can be made on OpenTable. READ OUR REVIEW OF THE BOWER
Compere Lapin
Ring in the new year at Chef Nina Compton’s Compere Lapin from 5.30pm-10pm for $150 per person. Guests can enjoy some of Compton’s favorite dishes, which include Deviled Eggs, Potato Gnocchi, Duck Crepinette and Black Cake with milk punch and Winter fruit. For reservations, visit Resy.
Costera
As the year comes to an end, Costera invites visitors on a gastronomic culinary journey with its exclusive four-course family-style tasting menu. Priced at $95 per person, enjoy Marinated American Red Snapper and Spanish Octopus, LA Blue Crab Croquettes, Crispy Veal Sweetbreads, Grilled Lamb Pintxo, Roasted Beets, Hudson Valley Duck, Stewed Black Eyed Peas, Crisp Apple and Pear Salad, Tres Leches Cake and Mango Mousse For reservations, visit Resy.
Osteria Lupo
Step into the world of Northern Italy at Osteria Lupo. A special four-course family-style tasting menu for $95 per person. Indulge in the Antipasto Platter, Ricotta Truffle Agnolotti, Spaghetti alle Vongole, Braised Beef Short Rib, Parmigiano Reggiano Polenta, Shaved Fennel and Arugula Salad, Limoncello Tiramisu and Dark Chocolate Budino. Reservations can be made on Resy.
Saint John
Saint John will start the day with its weekly Sunday Drag Brunch from 11am – 4pm with drag shows at 12 pm, 1 pm and 2 pm, plus Saint John’s fantastic brunch menu and bottomless bubbles and Bloody Mary’s. For dinner service, Saint John will offer a three-course pre-fixe menu for $75 with the option of added wine pairings (+$35) or bottomless Mumm Napa, Brut Prestige or Rose (+$50). Book reservations HERE.
Copper Vine
Copper Vine will extend its NYE dining hours until 10 pm and offer a complimentary glass of bubbles to every diner during dinner service. The restaurant will serve its regular brunch and dinner menu, along with its holiday Reveillon Menu. See full Reveillon menu here. ($60/person, optional wine pairings for +$55). On New Year’s Day, Copper Vine will be open for the Sugar Bowl 11 am – 3 pm for brunch, with the last dinner seating at 9 pm. Book reservations HERE.
Gris-Gris
Gris-Gris will offer a three-course pre-fixe menu (which includes a welcome glass of bubbles) for $70. The restaurant will also extend its hours until 11 pm. Book reservations HERE.
Brewery Saint X
An inaugural New Year’s Eve bash, inclusive of an open bar with Saint X drafts + casks, premium wines + spirits, specialty cocktails, and a midnight toast, plus an all-you-can-eat menu from Chef Shannon Bingham, DJ sets, and dancing. Tickets ($125) HERE.
Cane & Table
Ring in the New Year with two special champagne cocktails available New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Reserve HERE.
Josephine Estelle
A festive prix-fixe dinner ($105/person) featuring Arancini with ‘nduja fonduta, Octopus with red pepper romesco and crispy potato, Sweetbread Caramelle with bacon, mushrooms, shallot, and chestnuts, and Duck Breast with risi e bisi and pomegranate glaze, reserve HERE.
Lengua Madre’s New Year’s Party
Chef Ana Castro has planned an epic sendoff to Lengua Madre. In lieu of dinner service, the restaurant will host a more casual shindig from 12-6pm with a counter service menu, good wine and cocktails, live mariachi band, and block party vibes.
Miss River
A four-course prix-fixe menu for New Year’s Eve with specials such as Shrimp-Stuffed Crab Claws with remoulade sauce; Louisiana Seafood Platter; Prime New York Strip with au poivre and french fries; and Banana Pudding Service for Two. Reserve HERE.
Seaworthy
A lush New Year’s Eve menu ($130/person) including a Seafood Platter, Roast Prime Rib or Blackened Salmon, and Spiced Poached Pears with champagne granita, plus a Champagne toast. Photos HERE; reserve HERE.
Dance parties and music
Vintage Rock Club: The venue will open its doors on NYE from 9pm – 2am and will serve guests a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. The club also has VIP reservations (includes reserved seating, bottle service, etc.) on New Year’s Eve – reservations HERE
Galactic @ Tipitina's: A local NYE tradition as Galactic funk into 2024. Tickets
The Count Down: A New Years Eve Burlesque Show @ AllWays Lounge: The Count Down begins at the stroke of midnight! Ring in the new year with champagne and showgirls! Tickets
Kapow! Burlesque with a Bang: Eve of NYE Spectacular: An eve of powerhouse entertainment featuring a rotating cast of burlesque, drag and variety artists that pack a punch! Tickets
Havana Nights @ The Westin New Orleans: Dance 2023 away and ring in the new year with the party that has it all at the Westin New Orleans. Destination: Cuba! Tickets
New Year's Eve @ The Riverview Room: Celebrate New Year's Eve overlooking the Mississippi River with the best view of the fireworks around. Tickets
New Year’s Eve Party @ Hotel Saint Vincent: The place to be this New Year’s Eve is Chapel Club - ring in 2024 with an exclusive and unforgettable party in the Lower Garden District. Tickets
New Year's Eve 2024 @ Maison featuring the Brass-A-Holics: The best NYE party on Frenchmen Street! Tickets
NYEmo '24: New Year, Same Tears @ Republic NOLA: The city's most emo NYE party Tickets
AfroXotica NYE @ The Rabbit Hole NOLA: Whisking you away to 1920s Harlem in a very special New Year’s Eve party! Tickets
EVƎ 2024 / The Convergence @ Poor Boys Bar: An evening of legends summoned from all corners the country. Info
New Year’s Eve Surrealist Ball @ Bar Marilou: The over-the-top surrealist celebration returns, with lavish libations and bites to ring in 2024 along with a live DJ set from Lady Lavender 9pm-1am. Tickets ($120-180) HERE.
Vintage Rock Club: The venue will open its doors on NYE from 9pm – 2am and will serve guests a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. The club also has VIP reservations (includes reserved seating, bottle service, etc.) on New Year’s Eve – reservations HERE
Galactic @ Tipitina's: A local NYE tradition as Galactic funk into 2024. Tickets
The Count Down: A New Years Eve Burlesque Show @ AllWays Lounge: The Count Down begins at the stroke of midnight! Ring in the new year with champagne and showgirls! Tickets
Kapow! Burlesque with a Bang: Eve of NYE Spectacular: An eve of powerhouse entertainment featuring a rotating cast of burlesque, drag and variety artists that pack a punch! Tickets
Havana Nights @ The Westin New Orleans: Dance 2023 away and ring in the new year with the party that has it all at the Westin New Orleans. Destination: Cuba! Tickets
New Year's Eve @ The Riverview Room: Celebrate New Year's Eve overlooking the Mississippi River with the best view of the fireworks around. Tickets
New Year’s Eve Party @ Hotel Saint Vincent: The place to be this New Year’s Eve is Chapel Club - ring in 2024 with an exclusive and unforgettable party in the Lower Garden District. Tickets
New Year's Eve 2024 @ Maison featuring the Brass-A-Holics: The best NYE party on Frenchmen Street! Tickets
NYEmo '24: New Year, Same Tears @ Republic NOLA: The city's most emo NYE party Tickets
AfroXotica NYE @ The Rabbit Hole NOLA: Whisking you away to 1920s Harlem in a very special New Year’s Eve party! Tickets
EVƎ 2024 / The Convergence @ Poor Boys Bar: An evening of legends summoned from all corners the country. Info
New Year’s Eve Surrealist Ball @ Bar Marilou: The over-the-top surrealist celebration returns, with lavish libations and bites to ring in 2024 along with a live DJ set from Lady Lavender 9pm-1am. Tickets ($120-180) HERE.