Ring in 2025: New Year’s Eve Parties and Events in Ventura

When the clock strikes midnight, you want to be surrounded by your friends, your family, and the people who mean the most to you. Starting the new year off right also means celebrating with the right vibes. Maybe your New Year’s Eve plans will entail sitting on your couch, having a quiet night in the corner of a cocktail bar, or maybe you’ll be in the center of a dance floor counting down with your friends.

There’s a lot of different things you can do on New Year’s Eve but you’ll want to do something memorable. From free beachside parties to gourmet dinners and live performances, Ventura has something for everyone, whatever your vibe is. Here’s a roundup of some exciting New Year’s Eve parties and events in Ventura to check out:

Crowne Plaza New Year’s Eve Beach Party

To start the list of fun New Year’s Eve parties and events in Ventura to check out, let’s start with Ventura’s iconic Crowne Plaza. The Crowne Plaza is hosting a New Year’s Eve party on December 31th, from 9 PM to 12:30 AM, downstairs at the main floor level ballroom. A live performance by The Colette Lovejoy Band and DJ Buddy Love join forces to kick off your New Year celebrations in style. Or, head up to the stars at the Top of the Harbor for more fun and incredible views. Ring in 2025 with the ultimate Grateful Dead Celebration at the Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach from 8:30 PM to 12:30 AM.

Model Citizen’s Mid-Century Celebration

If you’re looking to celebrate the new year over a delicious meal with your friends, Model Citizen is offering a special celebratory menu inspired by mid-century American steakhouse classics. Reservations are highly recommended for this popular event, and with dishes that impressed last year’s attendees, it’s sure to be a hit again. Don’t miss out on this unique dining experience to welcome 2025.

New Year’s Eve Masquerade

Ring in 2025 in style at Art is Passion’s New Year’s Masquerade Party! Bring your own mask or make your own at the mask-making station. Fun games, snacks, and champagne will make the night dazzle. Bring your friends to count down the clock at this fun party in Portside Ventura Harbor.

The Twist’s New Years Eve Bash

Head over to the Twist on Main for their New Years Eve Bash starting at 9 PM. Known for their live music acts, the Pennies Band will be performing all night to ring in the new year.

Looking for a pick-me-up after all the NYE celebrations? Head to Bright Spark Brewing for their New Year’s Day brunch, 11 AM to 3 PM. Grub on fried chicken and waffles and sip on their mimosa specials.

Poseidon Brewing Co’s East Coast New Year’s Eve Party

Poseidon Brewing Co. invites you to their East Coast New Year’s Eve celebration from 5 PM to 9 PM.

The Greek’s New Year’s Eve Party

Experience a touch of Greece at The Greek’s New Year’s Eve celebration. With a multi-course gourmet steak and seafood plated dinner and a waterfront heated enclosed patio, this event promises a festive atmosphere with music from Karen Eden and the Bad Apples. The Ventura Harbor Village is the perfect place to kick off the new year.

Limon y Sal’s New Years Party

Limon y Sal is hosting a NYE party with first & third floor DJ sets, a photobooth, dancers, and VIP tables, and bottle service. With two floors, two DJs, and two bars, Limon y Sal promises an energetic atmosphere and plenty of entertainment to keep the celebration going all night long.

New Year’s Eve at Bombay Bar & Grill

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Head over to Bombay Bar & Grill, one of the must-attend New Year’s Eve Parties and Events in Ventura. Get ready for FOUR DJ sets to keep you moving and partying all night long.

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