There is no shortage of ways to ring in 2019 in Columbus! Whether you live in Columbus, or plan to drive in to partake in the festivities, there’s plenty to do no matter what your tastes.

Family Friendly

New Year’s Eve doesn’t have to be only for grown ups! Here are our picks for great family friendly alternatives to celebrate with the entire family.

First Night Columbus

Monday, December 31, 2018 5:30pm - 12am

COSI

333 West Broad St.

$10 for presale (Nov 1, 2018- Dec 30, 2018)
$15 day of (Dec 31, 2018)

Enjoy a spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration in downtown Columbus with fireworks, live entertainment, activities and fun for all ages!

Kids’ New Year Eve with Mock Countdown & Family NYE Skate Party

Kids’ New Year Eve with mock countdown: 4pm - 7pm

Family New Years Eve party: 8pm - 12:30am

Skate Zone 71

4900 Evanswood Dr

$12 - $13/person

‍If you’re looking for fun for the whole family, we have the party for you! Featuring unlimited Pizza & Drinks, Skate Rental, and Noisemakers, it’s great family fun for all ages!

Dance Parties

New Years Eve Under the Stars

December 31, 2018 5pm-January 1, 2019

Hotel Leveque

50 West Broad St

Downtown

$399-$499/ night

Celebrate 2019 Great Gatsby Style, Under the Stars. Packages include room, souvenirs, champagne toast and entertainment in the Lobby. You may add dinner reservations at 5, 7, or 9pm at The Keep.

New Years Eve Party Columbus 2019

Monday, December 31, 2018 8:30pm (Ballroom 9pm) - 2am

Columbus Renaissance Hotel
50 N. 3rd Street

Party Packages $74.95 - $139.95/person

Rooms $139/night

Enjoy 3 rooms of entertainment featuring live music and top local DJs. Featuring a singles pre-party and singles bar. Hors d'oeuvres and finger food available plus a Champagne toast.

Columbus Urban League Young Professionals NYE Soiree

Monday, December 31, 2018 10pm - 2am

Sheraton Columbus Capitol Square

75 E State St

$65.00 for CULYP Members

$75.00 for Non CULYP Members

This soiree will be a high class affair including a Red carpet, Pre cocktail reception with light refreshments, Top shelf open bar, Photo booth, and Champagne toast.

2018 Black & White NYE 2 Day Celebration

Sunday, December 30th, 1st Event: 8pm-1:30am

Monday December 31st, 2nd Event: 2pm-6pm; 3rd Event: 8pm-2am

Embassy Suites Hotel

2886 Airport Dr.

1ST EVENT: All White Attire Dancers Party
Gen Adm $20 | VIP $50 | 2 Ticket VIP $80

2ND EVENT: 80's & 90's Old School Day Party
Gen Adm $20 | VIP $40 | 2 Ticket VIP $65

3RD & FINAL EVENT: Black & White Attire NYE Celebration
Gen Adm $50 | VIP $75 | 2 Ticket VIP $140

ALL 3 EVENTS | VIP PACKAGE ONLY
VIP $140 | 2 Ticket VIP $250

SUITE/ ROOM RATE: $149 PER NIGHT

Something for everyone! 6 DJs & 2 Bands all in one place. Enjoy a Hotel Happy Hour 5pm - 7pm and  Pre-Event Dinner Menu. Packages include Party Favors, Nail & Makeup Services, and Photo Booths.

Marriott Columbus University Area NYE Celebration

Monday, December 31, 2018 7:30pm - 12:30am

Marriott Columbus University Area

3100 Olentangy River Road

$349 /Night for 2 adults

Package includes: New Year's Eve Party and Dinner, Dessert Station, Late night taco bar, Open Bar, Live music, and Champagne toast.

Dinner Reservations

If you prefer a more low-key culinary experience to wrap up 2018, here are special dinner options at some of Columbus’s best restaurants.

New Years Eve at La Scala

Monday, December 31st, 7:30pm

4199 W. Dublin-Granville Rd.
Dublin, OH 43017

$75/person

Parties in the Venetian and the Caruso featuring different entertainment. Reservations start at 7:30 pm, 4 course dinner begins at 8 pm, live music at 9 pm, and champagne toast at midnight.

New Years Eve at Refectory

December 31, 2018 @ 4:15 pm – 10:45 pm

Refectory
1092 Bethel Rd
Columbus, OH 43220

$115/person

Enjoy a special 5 course menu, with multiple choices for each step of the way, featuring lobster, duck, scallops, and filet mignon. Optional wine pairings available for an extra fee.

New Year’s Eve Jazz Dinner & Loft Party

Monday, December 31, 2018 5:00 PM - Tuesday, January 1, 2019 12:00 AM

Copious

520 South High Street

Columbus, OH, 43215

$50 General Admission | $100 Full-Course Jazz Dinner | $125 All Inclusive Experience

A 3 level loft party with live music, a 3 course gourmet dinner, a whiskey tour, wine tasting, art show and VIP table giveaways.

Unique Options

If nightclubs and dance parties aren’t your thing, one of these unique venues may be just want you’re looking for to bring in 2019!

Under The Sea 2018 New Years Eve Celebration

Monday, December 31, 2018 9:30pm - 2am

The Event Center at Hollywood Casino Columbus

200 Georgesville Rd

$75 per person

Join The Event Center at Hollywood Casino as they take a trip Under The Sea. Experience a once in a lifetime New Years Eve Celebration!

This unforgettable evening is complete with an exclusive concert with 17th Floor, a fully decorated themed ballroom, and an all you can eat buffet filled with some of the best Hollywood has to offer.

New Year's Eve at Shadowbox Live!

Monday, December 31, 2018 8:30pm

503 S Front St

Suite #260

$100/person

For a unique celebration enjoy their dinner banquet, two hours of live music and dancing, party favors and a champagne toast will have you rocking out one year and ringing in the next!

New Year's Eve at The Big Bang Columbus!

Mon, Dec 31, 2018, 7:00 PM – 2:00 AM

The Big Bang Dueling Piano Bar
401 N. Front St., Suite 95

Gen Adm $10 | VIP $50

$400-$500 for VIP table Package (seats 4)

Say hello to 2019 with a BANG! The Big Bang Columbus is the place to be this New Year's Eve. Party along with an all-request Dueling Pianos show, party favors, champagne toast.