Rocco Smith
San Jose, California is an unbelievable city full of life and culture. It’s an amazing place to visit and even nicer to live in if you can afford it. San Jose is also one of the wealthiest cities in the United States, so there’s no shortage of beautiful restaurants, electric nightclubs, and luxurious hotels to accommodate you, especially on New Year’s Eve.
As incredible of a city as San Jose is year-round, when New Year’s Eve comes along, the magic of the city is amplified 10-fold. Fireworks and NYE celebrations start popping up across the city and there’s just an air of excitement and joy as you welcome in another year. The NYE celebrations San Jose offers are unimaginable, so you really just need to go experience it for yourself, but if you’re not sure where to start, then take a look down below at what I’ve put together.
I went around San Jose and found all the most fun NYE events in the city and ranked them all on a list that you can find right here. Let this list be your party guide for an unforgettable NYE in San Jose. You won’t regret it!
Best New Year’s Eve Events in San Jose
- Big Night San Diego New Year’s Eve
- Bollywood Glitz NYE 2023 – War of the Eras 80s Vs 2020s
- New Year’s Eve Extravaganza VI
- An Epic New Year’s Eve with Tortilla Soup!
Big Night San Diego New Year’s Eve
Big Night San Diego New Year’s Eve is excited to be back again at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront! Ring in 2023 as this will be our biggest and amazing 20th annual New Year’s Eve celebration.
Big Night San Diego is the perfect, ALL-INCLUSIVE night. Leave your wallet at home because a VIP ticket includes everything: all drinks included all night, buffet, and entertainment throughout the EIGHT different party zones.
NO CORNERS HAVE BEEN CUT to provide you with an unforgettable night of pampering, down to the last detail. Conveniently located on the waterfront in downtown San Diego, right on the trolley line (no shuttles needed) – all inside the massive, magnificent, Hilton Bayfront Hotel.
Bollywood Glitz NYE 2023 – War of the Eras 80s Vs 2020s
Featuring Scrumptious Dinner Buffet ,Unlimited Premium Drinks, Biggest Balloon Drop, Finest Singers and Dancers, Separate Kids Party, Non stop entertainment , Mumbai’s Celebrity Bollywood DJ, State of the Art Sound and Decor and Props !!!
New Year’s Eve Extravaganza VI
The Largest New Years Eve Party has returned to the Downtown Marriott!
Join your host Chuy Gomez, DJ MindMotion, Kilo Enterprises and Taylor Productions bring you the biggest and best New Years Eve Party in the South Bay. This year Kilo Enterprises and Taylor Productions have come together to create the South Bays Biggest and Best New Years Eve Party, with the best Pop, R&B, Old School Hip-Hop, Salsa, Dance Music and Reggae all night. Doors open at 8:00.
An Epic New Year’s Eve with Tortilla Soup!
Its annual epic New Year’s Eve Party at the Holiday Inn Grand Ball Room in San Jose Ca 1350 N. 1st St.
San Jose’s own Tortilla Soup Band will be taking the stage playing dance hits from the 1960’s to the present. Come ready to dance the night away you know how we do !!
Back by popular demand is La Cima Music Recording Artist Pepe Marquez!!!
Pepe has taken California and beyond by storm and has received millions of views on his videos. You asked and Tortilla Soup Music Inc is bringing him back just for San Jose !!
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.
Final Thoughts
As you can see, there are unforgettable experiences waiting for you on New Year’s Eve in San Jose. 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 San Jose, especially if you head to any of the venues I listed above.
Cheers to 2023! Just remember to stay safe and drink responsibly!
