Rocco Smith
When you’re in Cincinnati for New Year’s Eve, you know you’re in for a good time. The nightlife in this city is already full of excitement year-round, but when NYE comes along, it gets even better. Cincinnati NYE parties are like no other, and if you’ve never experienced one before, then you need to make plans to do so ASAP.
New Year’s Eve events in Cincinnati include everything from the classic fireworks shows, the countdown to midnight, and, of course, lots of champagne.
All the most popular restaurants, bars, and hotels host celebrations on NYE that will blow your mind, too. If you want to know more about all the greatest places to ring in the new year while you’re in Cincinnati, then look no further.
I’ve gone through the city and located all the most fun NYE events happening this year in Cincinnati and ranked them all on a convenient list that all my fellow party-goers can use.
Don’t miss out on any awesome NYE parties around town, just follow my guide for an amazing night of celebrating.
Best New Year’s Eve Parties in Cincinnati
Here are all of the most fun places to go on New Year's Eve in Cincinnati, Ohio. Greet the new year with a party and lots of champagne at these amazing NYE events around town!
This world-class show will have you on your feet for the new year’s celebration of a lifetime. It gets better with an open well bar, appetizers, buffet dinner, late-night snack bar, champagne toast, favors & fun for all. Afraid to dance? Fuggedaboudit. NKG will make you shake like a love machine with funny choreography, props, and outfits that encourage everyone in the audience to participate with us. Dis is a world-class show.
Date and Time: NYE Dance Party with Levitate at Little Fish - Dayton Station
Location: NYE Dance Party with Levitate at Little Fish - Dayton Station
The New Year's Celebration Like No Other is an all-inclusive New Year’s Eve party with live music with The Menus at Receptions Fairfield. The Menus will have you up on your feet for the new year’s celebration like no other. It gets better with an open well bar, appetizers, buffet dinner, late-night snack bar, champagne toast, favors & fun for all.
Date and Time: Sat, Dec 31, 2022, 8:00 PM – Sun, Jan 1, 2023, 1:00 AM EST
Location: Sat, Dec 31, 2022, 8:00 PM – Sun, Jan 1, 2023, 1:00 AM EST
Come ring in 2023 at QCE's Open-Bar New Year's Eve Party! The most anticipated event at QCE every year - ring in 2023 with an OPEN BAR. The DJ will be spinning tunes all night, heavy apps will be provided, and of course there will be champagne!
Date and Time: Sat, Dec 31, 2022, 9:00 PM – Sun, Jan 1, 2023, 2:00 AM EST
Location: Queen City Exchange 32 West Court Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 United States
Hotel Covington's NYE party is BACK! Come ring in the New Year in style. Every ticket purchased will be entered into a raffle for some very special giveaways to be announced by the DJ at 11pm (must be present to win). Pre-sale and General Admission ticket price includes 1 complimentary drink ticket. BOTTOMLESS BUBBLES ticket price includes a commemorative etched champagne glass to refill all night long and take home plus skip the line with VIP access to the Bubble Bar.
Date and Time: Sat, Dec 31, 2022, 9:00 PM – Sun, Jan 1, 2023, 2:00 AM EST
Location: Hotel Covington 638 Madison Avenue Covington, KY 41011 United States
We pull out all the stops during our New Year's Eve celebrations. Join us for an unforgettable night and see everything that Fueled Collective has to offer. From 7:00 p.m - 1:00 a.m, guests will be able to enjoy hors d'oeuvres and premium drinks from our fully stocked prepaid bars. Each ticket purchase is a prepayment for your choice of beverages. This multi-room NYE party will be topped off with a New Year's countdown and champagne toast you won’t soon forget!
Date and Time: Sat, Dec 31, 2022, 7:00 PM – Sun, Jan 1, 2023, 1:00 AM EST
Location: Fueled Collective - Cincinnati 3825 Edwards Road ste.103 Cincinnati, OH 45209 United States
Celebrate New Year's at Northern Kentucky's most inviting restaurant - Grassroots & Vine! Welcome 2023 with good friends, good food and good times! Enjoy a charcuterie grazing table, dancing and a bubbly toast at Midnight. The dining room will transform into a cocktail setting w/ a DJ and dance floor. Enjoy our amazing intimate venue with friends and good vibes!
Date and Time: Sat, Dec 31, 2022, 8:30 PM – Sun, Jan 1, 2023, 12:30 AM EST
Location: Grassroots & Vine 1011 South Fort Thomas Avenue Fort Thomas, KY 41075 United States
You all, Doghouse on New Year's Eve, what more could you ask for? Bid farewell to 2022 and greet 2023 while singing and dancing to the area's most favorite band. If you know, you know! Bircus will be serving up our award winning craft beer and renound woodfired pizzas, with some circus sprinkled in just to complete the night!! Champagne toast at midnight, bring someone to kiss!!
Date and Time: Sat, Dec 31, 2022, 8:00 PM – Sun, Jan 1, 2023, 1:00 AM EST
Location: Ludlow Theatre 322 Elm St Ludlow, KY 41016 United States
We invite you to an exclusive Bollywood New Year's Eve like none other in Cincinnati. Celebrate in dramatic style and immerse yourself in luxury as you ring in the new year. Feel like a star as you step on our dazzling red carpet where our very own paparazzi captures your fashionable arrival.
Date and Time: Sat, Dec 31, 2022, 8:00 PM EST
Location: Holiday Inn Cincinnati N - West Chester, an IHG Hotel 5800 Muhlhauser Road West Chester Township, OH 45069 United States
The much anticipated "Midnight Kiss" curated by the CULTURE CLUB this New Year's Eve! A formal (black tie) event where you step out in your best and kick it in an upscale safe environment to bring in the new year. Handsome dark tuxedos and formal suits for the gentlemen, and gorgeous evening attire for ladies.
Date and Time: Sat, Dec 31, 2022, 9:30 PM – Sun, Jan 1, 2023, 1:30 AM EST
Location: Sugar Lofts Events2 7530 Bales Street Liberty Township, OH 45069 United States
Sons of the American Legion New Years Eve Bash!! Doors open at 7pm. Marsha Brady playing 9-1! Bring in the New Years with a great party.
Date and Time: Sat, Dec 31, 2022, 7:00 PM – Sun, Jan 1, 2023, 1:30 AM EST
Location: American Legion Anderson 6660 Clough Pike Cincinnati, OH 45244 United States
We're hosting our annual “Midnight In Munich” New Year’s Eve Dinner Party! The evening begins at 4:00 PM with authentic German beer specials, hors d'oeuvres and live music in the Bier Hall as well as live music in our main bar. At Midnight in Munich (6:00 PM Zinzinnati time), we’ll celebrate the New Year with a balloon drop and champagne toast. Dinner will be served following the celebration. Last year was a sold out event before the evening began so don't miss out! Purchase your tickets now!
Date and Time: Sat, December 31, 2022, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
Location: 302 E University Ave 302 E University Cincinnati, OH 45219 United States
To join us at Schwartz's Point Jazz Club on Saturday, December 31st, from 7:30pm to 12:30am, for a magical, exclusive, New Year's Eve Party. You'll feel as if you've gone to New York City for the night - enjoying excellent, happening Live Jazz, a delicious Buffet Dinner, Desserts, and topping it off with a Romantic Champagne Toast. No need to go all over town. Settle in and ring in the New Year in this intimate, classy, best-kept-secret in town.
Date and Time: Sat, Dec 31, 2022, 7:30 PM – Sun, Jan 1, 2023, 12:30 AM EST
Location: Schwartz's Point Jazz & Acoustic Club 1901 Vine Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 United States
NYE at the Pub with Working Class Villain Live!! Great music, light appetizers, party favors and a champagne toast at midnight!! Join us!! Working Class Villain Band will be providing the entertainment!
Date and Time: Sat, Dec 31, 2022, 7:00 PM – Sun, Jan 1, 2023, 2:30 AM EST
Location: The Fairfield Pub 465 Nilles Road Fairfield, OH 45014 United States
Join us for a family-friendly New Year's Eve at Bircus Brewing Co, from 5:00 to 7:00! The event will feature a Circus Mojo performance and instructional workshop, woodfired pizza, and a 7:00 "ball drop" with a ginger ale toast at "midnight". Party with your kids for New Year's and be home by bedtime, what more could you want out of a New Year's Eve wing ding?
Date and Time: Sat, December 31, 2022, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST
Location: Ludlow Theatre 322 Elm St Ludlow, KY 41016 United States
Celebrate the beginning of 2023 with us at 16 Lots Brewing Company and Mad Monks Pizza. We have Ashton Wolf Dueling Pianos back again for another great night of fun music and sing-alongs. Delicious food, craft beer, cider, and a New Years champagne toast are included in the ticket price.
Date and Time: Sat, Dec 31, 2022, 7:00 PM – Sun, Jan 1, 2023, 1:00 AM EST
Location: 16 Lots Brewing Company 753 Reading Road Mason, OH 45040 United States
AN UNFORGETTABLE EVENING TO END ONE YEAR AND START ANOTHER! GOOD FOR ONE AMAZING NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY HOSTED BY HIVE. INCLUDES CHAMPAGNE TOAST!
Date and Time: Sat, Dec 31, 2022, 9:00 PM – Sun, Jan 1, 2023, 5:00 AM EST
Location: The Mockbee 2260 Central Parkway Cincinnati, OH 45214 United States
Life can be joyous when you are with people like you- spiritual and seekers of peace and higher purpose in life. So join New Year's Eve's meditation session to learn and practice meditation and also unwind with some socialization towards the end of the session with fellow meditation practitioners and learners.
Date and Time: Sat, December 31, 2022, 9:45 PM – 10:45 PM EST
Location: Online-Zoom Zoom link to be shared after sign up Cincinnati, OH 45225 United States
InCONCERT would like to present to you our New Year's Eve Party! Featuring music by Sean Lamb and Janet Miller band. Come join us on DECEMBER 31st, 2022 - DOORS OPEN AT 7:00 PM & MUSIC STARTS AT 8:00 PM. Look forward to party favors, a champagne toast, and breakfast at midnight! Get your tickets from your favorite non-profit & save $5.00 by purchasing in advance for $30.00 or $35.00 at the door.
Date and Time: Sat, Dec 31, 2022, 7:00 PM EST
Location: 4th Floor Blues Club 923 North E Street Richmond, IN 47374 United States
Swing in 2023 with the Kathy Wade Quartet! This exclusive event will feature two sets of jazz and soul music. Each ticket buys you admission to the show, a selection of hors d'oeuvres from The Pickled Pig, party hats, and a glass of Champagne (or sparkling apple juice) to ring in the New Year. There are only 49 seats available for this special event!
Date and Time: Sat, Dec 31, 2022, 9:00 PM – Sun, Jan 1, 2023, 12:30 AM EST
Location: Caffè Vivace | Coffee House, Jazz Lounge 975 East McMillan Street Cincinnati, OH 45206 United States
Say goodbye to 2022 and ring in the New Year with Levitate and Little Fish - Dayton! After our kitchen closes, the Taproom will transform into the dance party of your dreams - so dress to impress! Levitate with DJs Luke and Cody will bring the music. Tickets include entry, passed hors-d'oeuvres and a champagne toast! Cocktails, draft beers and N/A options will all be available at our full cash bar.
Date and Time: Sat, Dec 31, 2022, 8:30 PM – Sun, Jan 1, 2023, 1:00 AM EST
Location: Little Fish Brewing Company - Satellite Brewery 116 Webster Street Dayton, OH 45402 United States
NYE FAQs
Will parking be available?
Depending on the venue, yes. Some places even offer a valet service!
Is there a dress code?
Some restaurants and bars require pants or a jacket, but it’s best to check ahead with any establishment you plan to visit.
Will there be hotel accommodations?
Yes! Several hotels around the city will be hosting events for the holiday.
Will there be food at the NYE parties?
Depending on the venue, yes. Many restaurants and bars will be offering limited NYE menus.
Do I need a ticket?
Many events will require a pre-purchased ticket, but some fireworks shows are free to the public.
Best Cincinnati NYE Events
- New Year’s Celebration of a Lifetime with Naked Karate Girls!
- New Year’s Celebration Like No Other with The Menus!
- New Year’s Eve at QCE
- Midnight on Madison NYE Party
- New Year’s Eve at Fueled Collective
- New Year’s Eve 2023 @ Grassroots & Vine
- New Year’s Eve with Doghouse
- New Year’s Eve 2023 with DJ Mavi
- NYE Midnight Kiss
- New Years Eve Bash
- Midnight in Munich~ NYE 2022 Zinzinnati
- New Year’s Eve Party at the Point 2022 w/ The Phil DeGreg Quartet!
- New Year’s Eve Soire
- Family New Year’s Eve Party at Bircus Brewing Co.
- 16 Lots New Year’s Eve Bash with Ashton Wolf Dueling Pianos
- HIVE – NEW YEAR’S EVE 2022
- Cincinnati- New Year Eve’s Meditation with Sahaja Yoga Meditation
- New Year’s Eve Party
- New Years Eve Party w/ Kathy Wade Quartet
- NYE Dance Party with Levitate at Little Fish – Dayton Station
Final Thoughts
As you can see, there are unforgettable experiences waiting for you on New Year’s Eve in Cincinnati.
There are so many places to celebrate and watch fireworks around the city that it’s almost impossible to have a bad time on NYE in Cincinnati, especially if you head to any of the venues I listed above.
Cheers to the new year! Just remember to stay safe and drink responsibly!
