Top Things to Do on New Year’s Eve in Montco
It’s almost time to ring in 2025! If you’re looking for fun things to do on New Year’s Eve, Montgomery County has parties and fine dining for adults, plus several kid-friendly events so your whole family can celebrate together earlier in the day. Whether you want to dance until midnight or prefer something more lowkey, we’ve got lots of ways to make New Year’s Eve memorable, plus a few bonus suggestions for New Year’s Day.
Events and Parties
New Year’s Eve Matinee at SoulJoel’s at Sunnybrook
Celebrate New Year’s Eve early at SoulJoel’s New Year’s Eve Matinee! Enjoy an afternoon of dancing to the live, classic sounds of SunnyBrook’s 18-piece house band. Doors open at noon, and the music lasts from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., making it perfect for those who want to welcome 2025 in style but get home at a reasonable hour. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door.
Arnold’s All-Inclusive New Year’s Eve Party
Anyone young at heart will enjoy six hours of all-you-can-play laser tag, go-karts, arcade games, and bowling, plus appetizers, dinner buffets, an open bar, live music, and dancing from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Arnold’s Entertainment Center. Tickets are $120, or $90 for soda only, and often sell out quickly. Recommended for ages 16+.
Family-Friendly Activities
Kiddies New Year’s Eve Party at Southern Cross Kitchen
This kid-friendly New Year’s Eve party features its own ball drop at 6 p.m., plus plenty of music, giveaways, and fun. There’s even a sparkling cider toast so all ages can participate in your favorite traditions.
Noon Year’s Eve Party at LEGOLAND Philadelphia
Kids can celebrate at noon instead of midnight with a LEGO® ball drop, apple cider toast, dancing, and fun, plus all the bricktastic attractions, builds, and 4D cinema of LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia.
Kids’ Early New Year’s Eve Party at Arnold’s
Kids of all ages can celebrate together before their bedtimes at Arnold’s Entertainment Center from noon to 6 p.m. Admission to the DJ dance party, 4 p.m. balloon drop, and close-up magic show are free. Purchase a discount VIP Play Pass to also enjoy hours of laser tag, go-karts, mini golf, bowling, and arcade games.
Dining and Nightlife
Montgomery County boasts an excellent dining scene, and you can’t go wrong wherever you decide to eat dinner on New Year’s Eve. Below are a few of our favorite Montco restaurants offering special New Year’s Eve menus or entertainment. Reservations are required or strongly recommended for most restaurants on New Year’s Eve.
The Melting Pot
Enjoy a five-course fondue feast and a champagne toast for $95, with seatings starting at 3:30 p.m. They also offer lunch from their winter holiday menu from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
The Farmer’s Daughter
This farm-to-table gem features a decadent five-course New Year’s Eve menu. Afterwards, visit the bar and lounge for music and dancing.
The William Penn Inn
Make your reservations for their New Year’s Eve buffet, filled with hot and cold selections and a carving station, or order off their a la carte menu.
El Sarape
Enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine and tequila as well as DJed music, complimentary samples, and champagne at midnight.
Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse
Enjoy an exquisite four-course prix fixe menu of the finest Italian delicacies starting at 4 p.m.
Outside-the-Box Experiences
New Year’s Eve Celebration on the Colebrookdale Railroad
Take a magical journey through the Secret Valley as you ring in the New Year aboard an elegantly restored train car. Your ticket includes a beverage, hors d’oeuvres, a dessert, and champagne at midnight. The train leaves the station at 10:30 p.m. and returns at 12:30 a.m.
Rock Out to The Menzingers at Ardmore Music Hall
At Ardmore Music Hall, New Year’s Eve celebrations begin on the 30th! Snag a one or two-day pass to see Philadelphia punk band, The Menzingers, plus several other local punk and pop-punk artists on December 30th and 31st. This is a 21+ only event.
New Year’s Resolution Trivia at Workhorse Brewing Company
Need a little push to finalize your 2025 resolutions? Perhaps playing New Year’s Resolution Trivia will help them stick! As you and your friends challenge other teams, enjoy tasty bar food and high-quality local brews. Trivia starts at 4:30 p.m., so you’ll still have plenty of time to celebrate afterwards.
Outdoor Activities
Enjoy Holiday Displays Before They’re Gone
As 2024 draws to an end, so does the holiday season. If you didn’t have a chance to enjoy Montco’s festive holiday light displays — or if you want to see them one more time — there’s no time like New Year’s Eve! Check out the top places to view holiday lights in Valley Forge and Montgomery County. Some displays may already be closed, so be sure to check individual listings before you leave home.
New Year’s Day Activities
Enjoy a Festive Brunch
After sleeping in after a night of celebrating, why not treat yourself to a decadent New Year’s brunch at some of Montco’s best restaurants?
The Farmer’s Daughter
In addition to their NYE feast, The Farmer’s Daughter offers a New Year’s Day holiday brunch from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Savona’s Trattoria
This Italian restaurant’s New Year’s brunch offers a variety of sweet and savory dishes alongside brunch cocktails and specialty coffees from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Brunch
As its name suggests, this Consohocken eatery serves brunch every day from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. On New Year’s Day, you can take advantage of Early Bird 20% off pricing if you arrive by 9:30 a.m. It’s also Waffle Wednesday!
Start On Your Resolutions and Get Active
Montco has a wealth of outdoor activities. Why not use your day off to start on your fitness goals by taking a hike or a bike ride, or explore one of the many beautiful parks and gardens? To really get your heart pumping, go skiing, snowboarding, or ice skating at Spring Mountain Adventures.
Find Your Perfect Stay
To keep the party going into 2024, book an overnight stay in one of our many hotels and resorts. There are plenty of accommodations in the area for every budget and taste, offering you access to New Year’s Eve events, dining experiences, and winter activities during the holiday weekend. For an extra dose of excitement, check out the Valley Forge Casino Resort, that makes for the perfect home during your New Year celebration, or get a taste of local history with a stay at the charming and historic Joseph Ambler Inn in North Wales or the George Washington Wood Bed and Breakfast in a restored Victorian home in Conshohocken.
Choose Adventure in 2025
This New Year’s Eve, experience all the fun and adventure that Valley Forge and Montgomery County have to offer. With so many things to do for kids and adults, why not make a resolution to explore Montco all year long?
