NEW TIMES 2025 NEW YEAR’S GUIDE Dec 18th-Dec 24th, 2025 phoenixnewtimes.com PHOENIX NEW TIMES 32 while VIP L’Aristocrate tickets unlock premium pours, bubbly, and exclusive access to the Absinthe Den. Come dressed to impress, this 21+ celebration is chic, spirited, and absolutely unforgettable. 2026 Midnight Countdown The Global Ambassador: 4360 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix globalambassadorhotel.com Kick off 2026 with elegance and energy at The Global Ambassador’s NYE celebration. Guests with dining reservations will enjoy exclusive access to happenings throughout the property, including live music, DJ sets, and festive moments from the Lobby Bar to théa Rooftop. General admission begins at 8 PM with standing-room access to select venues, champagne sips and stylish vibes included. Midnight Masquerade NYE Celebration Bitter & Twisted Cocktail Parlour: 1 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix bitterandtwistedaz.com Skip the chaos and celebrate NYE at Bitter & Twisted’s legendary New Year’s Eve bash. Enjoy expertly crafted cocktails, a lively DJ set, and a one-of-a-kind atmosphere without the overwhelming crowds. If you’re looking for a night that’s high on experience and low on amateur-hour energy, this is your spot. Decadence 2025 Phoenix Raceway, 7602 Jimmie Johnson Dr, Avondale decadencearizona.com Get ready for one of the Valley’s biggest New Year’s Eve celebrations at Decadence Arizona, a two-night electronic music festival at Phoenix Raceway featuring massive names across EDM, bass, house, and techno. With jaw-dropping production, multiple stages, and a star-studded lineup including GRiZ, Zedd, Kaskade, Fisher, and more. This immersive festival experience is designed to keep the energy high as you countdown to 2026. Known for its dazzling visuals and community-driven dance floor, Decadence is ideal for music lovers looking to ring in the new year with unforgettable beats and a full weekend of festivities. Prix-Fixe NYE Dust Cutter, 100 N 1st St, Phoenix dustcutterphx.com Kick off the evening with a decadent three- course dinner featuring Surf & Turf, Cornish game hen, and maple bourbon bread pudding at Dust Cutter at Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel. As the night unfolds, a live DJ takes over at 9 PM, leading up to a complimentary midnight toast. Afterward, head into the glowing red-light alley and raise a cocktail in an underground hideaway that honors Phoenix’s rich and storied past. Dinner And A Game Show Social Hall Restaurant + Event Venue, 715 S McClintock Dr, Tempe azsocialhall.com Celebrate New Year’s Eve with laughs, trivia, and a three-course meal at Social Hall’s interactive game show experience! Guests will play along from their seats in a hilariously fun TV-style quiz show with top scorers invited onstage to compete for prizes (and glory). Enjoy themed games, comedic flair, and plenty of surprises to make this dinner theatre event an unforgettable way to welcome 2026. New Years Eve Black Tie Gala The Duce, 525 S Central Ave, Phoenix theducephx.com Celebrate New Year’s Eve in vintage glam style at The Duce’s Black Tie Gala, featuring a live band, immersive performances, local vendors, rooftop silent disco, and an epic countdown to 2026. Guests can enjoy specialty cocktails, late-night bites, and interactive entertainment throughout the venue with VIP tickets offering early entry, reserved seating, sweet treats, and champagne. Dress to impress and dance the night away at one of the city’s most vibrant NYE events.
