For anyone who has decided not to escape the city for the New Year period, there’s an array of rousing events, delicious dinners and unmissable parties taking place on New Year’s Eve guaranteed to ensure a very warm welcome to 2025. Whether it’s a long, languid lunch, a delightful dinner with family, or an entirely uproarious party that you seek, here’s where to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Auckland come December 31st. Secure your spot now, and bid adieu to 2024 in style.
Bivacco
Following a sell-put event last NYE, Bivacco will also be hosting a convivial New Year’s Eve affair, bringing in 2025 with the house tunes of the ever-iconic Nice ‘n’ Urlich. Enjoy an evening of great music, endless dancing, flowing drinks and good food. Headliners Nice ‘n’ Urlich will be joined by Alisha and General Lee, ensuring the dance floor continues into the early hours. VIP booths are available but very limited, so we’d suggest securing your spot ASAP.
Book at Bivacco here
Kingi
Savour the final hours of 2024 in Kingi’s stunning dining space, indulging in a tasty, three-course lunch or four-course dinner. The seafood-focused degistation-style meal will celebrate seasonal, local produce and sustainably caught seafood, alongside hand-picked wines from Kingi’s impressive cellar and a selection of celebratory beverages. Menu highlights include Te Matuku Bay oysters, yellow belly flounder, and the Britomart eatery’s signature kina toast. Toast the New Year at the lunchtime seating ($85 per person), or at one of the two evening seatings ($159 per person).
Book at Kingi here
SkyCity
This year, SkyCity and its dazzling array of dining experiences and event-hosting facilities are promising to take any and all festivities to another level. Come New Year’s Eve, SkyCity’s vibrant venues promise a night to remember, from Michael Meredith’s Metita’s bespoke NYE menu sure to surprise and delight to a tantalising five-course Japanese feast at MASU by Nic Watt to Orbit 360’s sky-high celebrations, and plenty of options for private dining, SkyCity is the place to be come December 31st.
Book at SkyCity here
Soul Bar & Bistro
Holding prime position, with tables overlooking Viaduct Harbour, there is simply no better place to park up and celebrate the year that’s been than at Soul. Revellers can delight in delicious cocktails, a plate or two of delicious food from 11am, and tunes sure to get the party started. DJ Nyntee is on the decks from 4pm, and DJ Tom is taking over from 10pm to see us in to 2025.
Book at Soul here
QT Auckland
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Parisian style at Rooftop at QT’s Le Moulin Rouge-themed soirée. Indulge in French bites, an hour of free-flowing Perrier-Jouët Champagne, and DJ entertainment under the spell of Belle Époque decadence. From 8pm, toast la vie en rose with cocktails and canapés in a night of dazzling revelry.
Book at QT here
Ahi
At this utterly delicious Commercial Bay restaurant, you can welcome in the new year with celebratory Champagne and a four-course feast. Known for its delectable fare and inspired take on classic Kiwi cuisine, Ahi is the perfect place to settle in for the final night of 2024. For $275 per person, diners are promised a crisp glass of champagne, a tasting menu, snacks, and a damn good time.
Book at Ahi here
Advieh
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Advieh with an evening of exceptional dining and festive cheer. Nestled in the InterContinental Hotel Auckland and led by lauded chef Gareth Stewart, enjoy a curated sharing-style menu that delights the senses. For $199 per person, start with bubbles and savour a culinary journey to welcome 2025 in style.
Book Advieh here
Gilt
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Gilt Brasserie — where the martinis are poured from 11.30 am and the Champagne is always flowing — and bid farewell to 2024 in style. Whether it’s your ultimate destination or a stop before or after the city’s fireworks, Gilt is a great spot for celebrations. Indulge in an exclusive $175 set menu, timeless cocktails, and immerse yourself in the always-lively vibe as you toast to 2025.
Book at Gilt here
Onemata
Mark the end of the year with an impeccable lunch or dinner at the Park Hyatt Auckland’s lauded restaurant, Onemata. For $385 per person, festive punters will be greeted with a cocktail hour and canapés, before indulging in a three-course dinner (and cheese table) with a four-hour wine package. With live DJ entertainment and breathtaking views of the fireworks at midnight, it’s an unforgettable black-tie evening to welcome 2025.
Book at Onemata here
Origine
Ring in the New Year at Commercial Bay’s sprawling French bistro, Origine, where the clever chefs will be serving up a decedent, multi-course French menu, with some special additions available on the night. Whether it’s an early pre-party dinner you’re after, or a convivial meal that takes you well past midnight, Origine promises to deliver on all fronts. Tickets are $200 per person and include champagne on arrival, and with bookings already proving popular, we’d advise you get in quick.
Book at Origine here
Trivet
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a night of glamour and gastronomy at Wallace Mua’s Trivet. Indulge in a gourmet menu paired with a glass of NV Ruinart Champagne on arrival before savouring exquisite dishes like Te Matuku oysters, beef cheek cromesquise, and decadent dark chocolate mousse. At $139 per person, it’s a sophisticated start to your New Year’s celebrations.
Book at Trivet here
Sunset Rooftop
Welcome 2025 in style at Sunset Rooftop Bar’s exclusive New Year’s Eve celebration. Enjoy breathtaking city views, live DJ beats, and curated cocktails, kicking off with a glass of Moët & Chandon. From sultry house grooves to disco-fuelled energy, revel in a vibrant atmosphere with gourmet bites and signature drinks. Tickets are limited — secure your spot for an unforgettable night above the city.
Book at Sunset here
Somm
Ring in 2025 at Somm Wine Bar & Bistro, nestled on Auckland’s vibrant Princes Wharf. With waterfront views, live DJs, and an à la carte menu, celebrate with $20 glasses or $100 bottles of G.H. Mumm Champagne. Enjoy Somm’s epic food and a buzzing atmosphere as you toast to the New Year in style. Secure a table at this relaxed yet lively setting for an unforgettable countdown.
Book at Somm here
