Celebrate 2020 in Niagara Falls USA and enjoy family-friendly events, live music and more. Call ahead for reservations, pricing information and more.
December 31: Lewiston Family Ice Rink ($)
Academy Park, 841 Center St., Lewiston, NY 14092 / 716-754-8213
12 p.m. - 10 p.m. Ice skating for $3; rentals available for $5. Hot cocoa and snacks available for purchase. New Year's Eve Balloon Drop at 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Sheraton On The Falls Hotel is a great place to stay for Niagara Falls New Year Eve! The hotel hosts a special New Year’s Eve hotel package near Niagara Falls that includes dining. Dec 02, 2019 Niagara Parks New Years’ Eve Dinner Enhance your New Year’s Eve in Niagara Falls with an exclusive prix fixe dining experience at the all-new Table Rock House Restaurant. Located on the upper level of Table Rock Centre with an unmatched view of the Horseshoe Falls, Table Rock House Restaurant offers seasonally inspired menus featuring dishes crafted with locally sourced ingredients.
December 31: Family Fun New Year's Eve ($)
Conference & Event Center Niagara Falls, 101 Old Falls St., Niagara Falls / 716-278-2100
5 p.m.- 10 p.m. Bounce house, face painting, petting zoo and more! Food and drinks available for purchase; this is an alcohol-free event. Children must be accompanied by a legal guardian for the evening.
December 31: First Night Lockport 2020 ($)
Cornerstone CFCU Ice Arena, 1 Grigg Lewis Way, Lockport, NY 14094 / 716-438-7698
6:15 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. Ice skate and bumper ice cars, laser show, music and more!
December 31: New Year's Eve Gala ($)
Quality Inn Niagara Falls, 7708 Niagara Falls Blvd., Niagara Falls / 716-283-7444
7 p.m. - 1 a.m. Celebrate in style all night with live music, 6 hours of premium open bar, commemorative hats and noisemakers, hot and cold hors d'oeuvres, champagne toast, giveaways and more!
December 31: Roaring 20's New Year's Eve at the Carnegie Art Center ($)
Carnegie Art Center, 240 Goundry St., North Tonawanda, NY 14120 / 716-264-4314
8:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. Come flaunting your best Gatsby Style as you eat, mingle and dance the night away. Enjoy delicious food stations, open bar and music!
December 31: Countdown to 2020 at Stir ($)
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino, 310 Fourth St., Niagara Falls, NY 14303 / 716-299-1100
9 p.m. Dance the night away with the hottest live bands, DJs, Environmental Entertainment, and go-go dancers all night long; pre-party with live music beginning at 4pm. Cover charge includes entertainment all night and a complimentary glass of champagne. VIP Package available. This is a 21+ event.
December 31: Fireworks over the Falls
Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls USA
9 p.m. AND midnight. Bundle up and ring in the new year with fireworks over the Falls at 9 p.m and midnight.
December 31: Hard Rockin' NYE 2020
Hard Rock Cafe Niagara Falls USA, 333 Prospect St., Niagara Falls, NY 14303 / 716-282-0007
10 p.m - 1 a.m. Live music featuring That 80's Hair Band. Call for pricing and to reserve a table.
New Year's Eve is a night that's meant to be memorable, and you can't ask for a more unique and photogenic spot than Niagara Falls USA to greet the new year. Whether your style is a low-key romantic dinner for two or a big bash where you can party with pals all night, there is something for everyone in Niagara Falls for New Year's Eve!
A Family-Friendly End to 2019
For families seeking out kid-friendly activities (maybe before the more adult fun begins later in the night) head to Old Falls Street USA where kids of all ages can enjoy giant inflatables, stilt walking, juggling, magic, a social media photobooth, the Balloon Brothers and a DJ spinning tunes! For those who hang out till the end at 10 p.m., you can enjoy a festive balloon drop. If you bust out early, head for a family-friendly dinner that's still gourmet enough for the adults at the Griffon Gastropub. Call ahead for reservations!
A Lucky New Year’s Eve
New Years At Niagara Falls
Looking to try your luck as the ball drops? Head to the Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino, where you can mix gambling with plenty of cocktails and fun throughout the casino. Choose from dining on Asian fusion and delicious sushi at Koi or fine Italian dining at La Cascata. If you don't want to go far at the end of the night, consider spending the weekend at Sheraton Niagara Falls, which is connected to the casino by an underground tunnel — you can wear your favorite sparkly dress without having to worry about a coat for outdoors!
Relax and Ring in the New Year
Stay in luxury nearby at The Giacomo hotel, where you can choose from beautifully decorated rooms — or suites if you're going with a group. Unwind at the end of the night in the hotel's lounge on the first floor, where they host musical performances and happy hours throughout the weekend. Did we mention the chocolates in each room and cookie delivery at turndown every night? Pretty sweet.
A Foodie Not Be Forgot
A romantic dinner hits the spot for a lot of couples on New Year's Eve. Head to Remington Tavern & Seafood Exchange Choose from a selection of steaks, seafood or shucked to order fresh raw oysters or clams. And of course, plenty of champagne for toasting! For an ultimate romantic long weekend, book yourself into the Red Coach Inn. Enjoy fine dining for an affordable price next to a roaring fire in a historic hotel that originally opened in 1923. Spend your evening dining leisurely on a gourmet meal from Webster's Bistro & Bar, with an array of deliciously hearty choices in a cozy and friendly environment.
The Perfect Midnight Kiss
Niagara Falls Casino New Years Eve Events
And of course, let's talk about getting the perfect backdrop for that midnight kiss. The Falls themselves will be illuminated from 4:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. on New Year's Eve, which is a spectacular sight. And there will be fireworks over the Falls at 9 p.m. and midnight. Bundle up and watch the fireworks from Niagara Falls State Park for a full view of the display over all three Falls visible from the park.
Can't Miss New Year's Eve Events in Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls New Years Package
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