What is there to do in San Francisco for New Year’s Eve? Well, let me tell you.
New Year’s Eve in San Francisco can be spent in a number of ways. Some prefer hitting the town and drinking at the hottest bars, while others may want a little less partying. There’s something for everyone across the Golden City, the hard part is deciding which things to do a where you want to celebrate..
Top 10 Things to Do in
San Francisco on New years Eve
01. San Francisco’s Black & White Ball
The Hibernia
The most exciting part of this annual New Year’s Eve ball is the rare chance to party among the Tiffany-style windows of the grand Hibernia Bank building. An open bar and guests dressed to impress in upscale finery only add to the festivities.
Where to Stay
YOTEL San Francisco
Located in the entertainment district, YOTEL is walkable from The Hibernia and near a metro station. This is helpful when you’re drunk and just want to crash instead of paying for a LYFT.
02. New Year’s Eve Fireworks Dinner Cruise on San Francisco Bay
LUXE Cruises | Cabernet Sauvignon Yacht • Alameda
Beat the crowds swarming downtown for the annual New Year’s Eve fireworks. Cruise on the Cabernet Sauvignon to toast the new year with a delicious buffet, dancing, and spectacular views of fireworks along the San Francisco City skyline from the Sky Deck.
where to stay
Extended Stay America Premier Suites
Located right next to the port, this hotel is in the perfect location to get ready before your night out. After a night of dancing and fireworks, you’ll welcome a comfy bed so conveniently located.
03. Hawthorn NYE 2024
46 Geary St
With its chandeliers, craft cocktails, and speakeasy vibe, Union Square nightclub Hawthorn promises a delightfully chic way to welcome the new year. Plus, attendees receive complimentary champagne and a premium box of Belgian chocolate- YUM.
Where to stay: Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection
04. San Francisco New Year’s Eve Party 2024: Gatsby’s House
InterContinental Mark Hopkins Hotel
Go back in time at this 1920s-themed party, bringing the glitz of West Egg to the West Coast as DJs, a nacho bar, and sharply-dressed attendees take over the Peacock Ballroom at the Mark Hopkins Hotel.
Stay The Night
05. NYE 2024 Presented by Oasis & Princess
11th Street
San Fran’s biggest drag club embraces the era of “Moulin Rouge” for its New Year’s Eve bash, beginning the evening with a rapturous chorus line of queens dancing the can-can and culminating with an epic drag show just after midnight.
06. W Hotel San Francisco Mega New Year’s Eve Party
W Hotel
Dancers, drummers, DJs oh my! Enjoy multiple balloon drops to energize the crowd as one of the city’s most stylish venues celebrates the new year across four rooms filled with EDM, Latin, hip-hop, and Persian tunes.
stay the night > book it
07. New Bohemia NYE 2024 at the Mint
the Mint 88 5th St
The party that makes it worth it to go out on NYE, New Bohemia at the Mint. Step back in with us, into a world like no other.
08. Dancing Queen: ABBA Glitter Disco NYE Extravaganza
The Great Northern, 119 Utah St
Swedish pop sensation ABBA sang “Happy New Year” to the world in 1980, and the group provided the inspiration for this full-throttle disco dance party, where dancing queens and swinging kings can show off their bell bottoms ahead of a midnight balloon drop.
Stay at > 1906 Mission
Where to Stay: San Francisco Proper
09. Black & White NYE Masquerade Ball 2024
International Art Museum of America
Experience decadence and luxury at this stylish gathering inside the International Art Museum of America. Masks and black-and-white attire are encouraged for both general admission tickets and for the open bar options.
10. The Grand Affair NYE 2024 Celebration
The Grand, 520 4th St
From the second you arrive at The Grand Nightclub, your excitement of an unforgettable evening with your friends lies ahead. Ring in 2024 Grand style with a special midnight champagne toast, balloon drop, and massive confetti blast! Dance the night away to your favorite Top 40, Hip Hop, and Club Anthem beat!
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1 comment
I love all the fun options! What a great place to ring in the new year!