As you’re looking ahead to 2026, the North Shore and Boston have the party for you, whether you’re looking for an elegant evening of cocktails and dancing or a kid-friendly celebration that wraps up well before midnight.
Night out
Two celebrations to choose from at the Artisan Hotel, Salem, N.H.
The Artisan Hotel in Salem, N.H. will be hosting two distinct events to ring in the new year. Buy tickets for the dueling pianos show to enjoy unforgettable live entertainment, an elegant four-course dinner, tasty bites throughout the evening, and a fireworks extravaganza at midnight. Or reserve at spot in The Veranda, an outdoor venue protected by a transparent tent, where you can enjoy the beauty of the outdoors with the comfort of the indoors while visiting the raw bar or nibbling on blini with caviar.
New Year’s at The Cut, Gloucester
Gloucester’s newest venue celebrates its third new year with an extravaganza of totally awesome 80s live music. The first show from 4:30pm to 6pm is an all ages party with a “midnight countdown” at the end of the first show. Each kid ticket includes a mocktail, party hat, and a noisemaker. The 21+ late show runs from 7:30pm to 10pm with DJ Solid Gold & The Glama Girlz from 10:30pm to Midnight. Buy your tickets at The Cut’s website.
New Year’s Eve Showcase at Off Cabot, Beverly
Off Cabot’s New Year’s Eve Comedy Night brings together Boston comedians featuring Tooky Kavanagh, Jason Cordova, Tim Ciampa and Janet McNamara. Join them for an evening that sparkles with humor and good cheer. Two shows at 6pm and 9pm. Buy tickets at The Cabot website.
Nick @ Nite NYE Party, Night Shift Brewing Taproom, Everett
Step into a full-on Nick @ Nite New Year’s Eve in Everett, where Wario Speedwagon brings the soundtrack to your favorite throwback era and Bonetown Burgers keeps you fueled like it’s a classic sitcom marathon. Count down with a midnight beer toast, sip two nostalgic cocktail specials, and dress to impress for our Nick at Night costume contest with prizes on the line. The fun runs from 8pm to 1am. No tickets required and no cover charge. Venue details at the brewery website.
Family-Friendly Fun
Rockport New Year’s Eve, Rockport
Lots of live music is the centerpiece of this annual celebration, but there will also be Jenny the Juggler, food trucks, face-painting, and star-gazing, before the midnight ball drop in Dock Square. Buy a button online – kids under 12 are free – to gain entrance to dozens of activities and performances, starting at 4 p.m. Buy your button and check out the full schedule at the event website.
Launch!, Salem
Rocket into the new year a few hours early with Salem’s Launch! This family-oriented celebration includes art-making activities, face painting, a silent disco, and more, starting at 4:30 p.m. At 6 p.m., a countdown welcomes the new year, with plenty of time to head home and get sleepy kids tucked into bed. Details available online.
Kids’ Countdown to New Year’s Eve, Wenham Museum, Wenham
The kids’ party at the Wenham Museum kicks off when the museum opens at 10 a.m. for a morning full of family-friendly activities, then get ready for the countdown as you sparkle and twirl at the glow-up dance party! At noon, a countdown to a balloon drop will mark the new year. See the full schedule and buy tickets at the museum website.
Boston Bound
EUPHORIA NYE at The Liberty Hotel, Boston
The Liberty Hotel hosts an immersive, neon-drenched celebration where bold lights, high energy, and electric sound collide across multiple floors. Expect DJs, vibrant visuals, and a euphoric countdown. Begin your night with a 4-course prix fixe dinner in CLINK. for an unforgettable pre-party experience. Overnight hotel packages are also available. Get tickets and reservations at the hotel’s website.
New Year’s Eve at Davio’s in the Seaport, Boston
This year Davio’s in the Seaport is giving guests two celebrations to pick from – a four course dinner starting at 4pm in their main dining room or a New Year’s Eve Party starting at 9:00 pm – enjoy passed appetizers, raw bar, food stations, dessert station, Champagne toast, DJ and dance floor, with a fantastic view of the spectacular firework display over Boston Harbor at midnight. Tickets can be purchased on their website.
Revere Hotel’s Glitz and Gold New Year’s Eve Party, Boston
From 9pm to 1am, the Liberty Ballroom will transform into a festive, high-energy party space complete with a live DJ, a photo booth for capturing the night’s best moments, a balloon drop, and a sparkling midnight toast. VIP guests will enjoy access to a full open bar throughout the event. Tickets start at $100 per person for the party and for those who want to stay overnight, the New Year’s Eve Glitz and Gold New Year’s Package comes with two tickets to the party and overnight accommodations.
NYE Dueling Pianos at The Artisan Hotel
Enjoy a four-course dinner and Dueling Piano show at New Hampshire’s Artisan Hotel, and stick around after for a fireworks display.
Ring in the New Year with an unforgettable Dueling Pianos experience inside the Ballroom at The Artisan Hotel.
The evening begins with check-in at 6pm, followed by a four-course dinner. The Dueling Pianos show kicks off at 8pm with dancing until 10pm. After the show, enjoy late night bites until count down to midnight. Fireworks set to go off at Tuscan Village at midnight.