Gaslamp Quarter New Year’s Celebration
Ring in the New Year in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter, the top destination for New Year’s Eve events and parties. From rooftop celebrations and nightlife experiences to special menus at bars and hotels, discover the best ways to celebrate NYE in downtown San Diego.
Altitude Sky Lounge – NYE in the Sky 2026!
Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025
8:00 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. | Doors open 8:00 p.m.
Location: 660 K Street, San Diego, CA 92101
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in San Diego at ALTITUDE Sky Lounge, the tallest rooftop bar in the Gaslamp Quarter. Ring in 2026 twenty-two floors above downtown with a live DJ, sweeping city views, festive party favors, and exclusive NYE drink specials in one of San Diego’s top New Year’s Eve rooftop events.
Ticket Includes:
• Entry starting at 8:00 PM
• One complimentary drink (premium well, beer, or house wine/champagne)
• Happy Hour pricing all night
• NYE party favors
• Food available for purchase
VIP Table Experience:
Reserve a VIP table with guaranteed seating, complimentary Moët & Chandon (one bottle for two guests, two bottles for up to six), and chef’s choice welcome hors d’oeuvres.
Ticket Information:
General admission tickets are $79. Limited availability. Non-refundable. Seating not guaranteed.
Contact:
(619) 446-6024
Hard Rock Hotel: Timeless NYE Celebration
Wednesday, Dec. 31st, 2025
Location: 207 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2026 in San Diego with Hard Rock Hotel San Diego’s Timeless NYE celebration, hosted by Brittany Cartwright (Bravo’s Vanderpump Rules and The Valley). This multi-level Gaslamp Quarter party features three floors, seven themed areas, and nonstop entertainment from over 15 of San Diego’s top DJs.
Event Highlights:
• Live DJs including Sam Blacky, Alibi, DJ Five, and more
• Music across pop, house, hip hop, Latin, reggaeton, and open format
• Seven immersive themed areas across the venue
• Rooftop celebration under the stars
• High-energy dance floors, bars, and photo moments
Featured Themed Areas Include:
• Mirror Ball in 207
• Electric Midnight at The Edge
• The Golden Ballroom in Legends
• Garden of Time rooftop experience
• Countdown Corridor with pop-ups, bars, and photo ops
VIP + Fast Pass Options:
Bubbly Fast Pass tickets include expedited entry, access to two exclusive 80s Arcade lounges, private bars, classic arcade games, and four glasses of champagne from 8:00–10:00 PM at the 207 bar. VIP experiences also available.
The Shout! House: New Year’s Eve
Location: 655 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
The Shout! House | Gaslamp Quarter
December 31, 2025 | Doors 6:30 PM | Pianos 7:30 PM
Ring in New Year’s Eve 2026 in San Diego at The Shout! House, home of the nation’s #1 nonstop dueling piano show. Celebrate NYE in the Gaslamp Quarter with high-energy live music, crowd-favorite performers, guaranteed seating, and a festive champagne toast to close out the year.
Ticket Includes:
• Live dueling piano show starting at 7:30 PM
• Guest performance by The Horny Boys horn section
• Guaranteed seating
• Champagne toast at midnight
• Souvenir Shout! House embossed champagne glass
Additional Details:
• Doors open at 6:30 PM; guests must arrive by 8:00 PM or tickets may be resold
• NYE special food menu available à la carte (kitchen closes at 11:00 PM)
• Limited standing-room tickets available at the door for $50
• All ticket sales are final and non-refundable
Seating Options:
Gold, Silver, Bronze, Bar Rail, and Side-View seating available. All tables seat four guests; each seat is sold individually.
Garage Kitchen + Bar: Ring in 2026 at Garage Kitchen + Bar
Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025 | Doors open at 3:00 PM
Location: 655 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
Kick off New Year’s Eve 2026 in San Diego at Garage Kitchen + Bar. Starting early and going late, this Gaslamp Quarter NYE spot is perfect as your first stop, last stop, or all-night home base—no cover, high energy, and a midnight countdown to ring in the New Year.
Happy Hour (3:00–6:00 PM):
• 51% off all drinks (excluding specialty cocktails and top shelf)
• $3 off all appetizers
Evening Highlights:
• DJ from 9:00 PM to close spinning party favorites
• Midnight countdown to welcome 2026
• No cover all night
Gather your crew, fuel up on food and drinks, and dance into the New Year in the heart of downtown San Diego.
Parq Nightclub: New Year’s Eve 2026 – The New Roaring 20’s
Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025
Location: 615 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101
Doors: 9:00 PM | Show: 9:00 PM | Ends: 2:00 AM
Step into New Year’s Eve 2026 in San Diego with PARQ Nightclub’s New Roaring 20’s Gatsby-inspired soirée. Celebrate NYE in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter with high-energy nightlife, immersive vibes, and a glamorous countdown to the New Year.
Event Highlights:
• Gatsby-inspired Roaring 20’s theme
• High-energy nightclub experience
• Festive countdown to welcome 2026
• Stylish NYE celebration in downtown San Diego
El Chingon: New Year’s Eve 2026
Location: 560 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
December 31, 2025 | 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2026 in San Diego at El Chingon, one of the Gaslamp Quarter’s most high-energy nightlife destinations. Ring in the New Year with bold vibes, a packed dance floor, and an unforgettable downtown San Diego NYE party.
VIP Table Packages:
• $1,500 VIP Package – Entry for 8 guests and three bottles from select options
• $800 VIP Package – Entry for 4 guests, one bottle of champagne, and one additional select bottle
Event Highlights:
• Lively NYE celebration in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter
• VIP table experiences available
• Countdown energy to welcome 2026
Tickets and VIP tables are limited. Advance reservations strongly recommended.
Cafe Sevilla: New Year’s Eve! Celebrate 2026!
Wednesday,Dec. 31, 2025
Location: 353 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
Cafe Sevilla | Gaslamp Quarter
Seating times begin at 9:45 PM | Party until 2:00 AM
Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2026 in San Diego at Cafe Sevilla with an exclusive Tapas Bar Table Package in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter. Enjoy live Latin music, festive cocktails, Spanish cuisine, and a high-energy countdown to the New Year at one of downtown San Diego’s most popular NYE destinations.
Table Package Includes:
• Reserved table seating from selected ticket time until 2:00 AM
• Live Latin band with alternating DJ sets
• Specialty New Year’s Eve food and cocktail menus
• NYE party favors and midnight countdown celebration
Food & Beverage Minimum:
• $100 per person food and beverage minimum (tax and 20% gratuity added at end of evening)
• Eventbrite fees paid separately
• All orders apply to one check; split checks not available
• No refunds for unused food and beverage minimum
Seating Times:
9:45 PM, 10:00 PM, 10:15 PM, 10:30 PM, or 10:45 PM (based on ticket purchased).
Guests arriving more than 30 minutes late may forfeit their table.
Lionfish San Diego: New Year’s Eve 2026 5-Course Dining Experience
Location: 435 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
Lionfish | Gaslamp Quarter
December 31, 2025 | New Year’s Eve Dining Experience
Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2026 in San Diego at Lionfish with an elevated five-course dining experience in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter. Priced at $170 per person, this special New Year’s Eve menu features expertly curated seafood and premium proteins, designed for a refined and memorable night in downtown San Diego.
Event Highlights:
• Five-course New Year’s Eve prix fixe menu
• Sophisticated dining experience in the Gaslamp Quarter
• Limited à la carte menu available at the bar and lounge
• Ideal for an upscale NYE dinner celebration
Reservations are limited and strongly recommended.
Huntress San Diego: New Year’s Eve 2026 Dining Experience
December 31, 2025
Location: 376 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
Huntress | Gaslamp Quarter | New Year’s Eve Dinner
Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2026 in San Diego with an elevated dining experience at Huntress in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter. Indulge in Chef’s seasonal specialties including Caviar Donuts, King Crab Brown Butter Risotto, and Japanese Hokkaido Snow Beef, paired with an exclusive NYE Bubbles Menu.
Event Highlights:
• Chef-driven seasonal New Year’s Eve menu
• Exclusive Bubbles Menu
• Complimentary champagne toast at midnight
• Upscale NYE dining in downtown San Diego
Make your final dinner of the year exceptional with a refined New Year’s Eve celebration at Huntress.
Lumi Rooftop: NYE Dinner & NYE Party
Wednesday, Dec 31, 2025
Location: 366 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
Lumi Rooftop | Gaslamp Quarter
Dinner + Rooftop NYE Celebration
Dress Code: Upscale Casual
Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2026 in San Diego at Lumi Rooftop with one unforgettable night and two ways to ring in the New Year—an elevated NYE dinner followed by a high-energy rooftop celebration in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter.
NYE Dinner Experience:
Ring in 2026 with Lumi’s full dinner menu plus Chef’s celebratory features, including Butter-Poached Lobster Tail, Seared Angus Beef Tenderloin with black truffle demi-glace, and the Count to 2026 Luxe NYE Sushi Duo featuring premium nigiri and signature rolls.
NYE Rooftop Celebration:
• Live DJ entertainment on the heated rooftop
• Premier table and VIP firepit table options
• Guests with table reservations check in at 10:00 PM and keep their table all night
• Full dinner menu, cocktails, bottle service, and champagne menus available
• Complimentary signature cocktail Midori Yutaka from 7:30–9:30 PM
• Party favors and sparkling toast at the midnight countdown
Rustic Root: New Year’s Eve 2026 Dinner Experience
Wednesday, Dec. 31st, 2025
Location: 535 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
Rustic Root | Gaslamp Quarter | New Year’s Eve Dinner
Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2026 in San Diego at Rustic Root with an elevated dinner experience in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter. Ring in the New Year with a thoughtfully curated multi-course menu designed for a refined and memorable final meal of the year.
Dinner Highlights:
• Lobster bisque finished with crème fraîche, black truffle, chives, and extra virgin olive oil
• Grilled New York strip with yam pavé, white asparagus, herbed butter, and red wine demi-glace
• Optional lobster tail add-on available
• Red velvet panna cotta with macerated seasonal berries and hazelnut brittle
Perfect for a sophisticated New Year’s Eve celebration before heading out for the countdown or enjoying a relaxed night of exceptional dining in downtown San Diego.
Side Bar Nightclub: New Year’s Eve 2026
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Location: 536 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92101
Side Bar Nightclub | Gaslamp Quarter
8:30 PM – 2:00 AM
Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2026 in San Diego at Side Bar Nightclub, one of the Gaslamp Quarter’s most stylish nightlife destinations. Ring in the New Year with a high-energy DJ set, disco-ball glamour, and a champagne toast at midnight alongside San Diego’s elite nightlife crowd.
General Admission Includes:
• Entry to the NYE celebration
• Live DJ entertainment
• Midnight countdown activation
• Complimentary champagne toast at midnight
Ticket Info:
• General Admission: $50 (includes champagne toast)
• Limited tickets available
Dress to impress and welcome 2026 in true Gaslamp Quarter style.