By: Ashmar Mandou
New Year’s Eve is around the corner and if you are left still wondering what to do, where to go, we have compiled a list of extravagant ways to ring in 2024 in style. From watching the fireworks on the Pier or across the Riverwalk, to a river cruise to even a soiree at a fancy hotel, there are options to have a memorable night. Happy New Year!
New Year’s Eve Fireworks on Chicago Riverwalk
In partnership with ART on THE MART, the New Year’s Eve celebrations will include a custom projection highlighting ART on THE MART’s five years of programming, beginning Sunday, Dec. 31, at 7:30pm. The evening will culminate with a fireworks display from six bridges along the river beginning at midnight, coinciding with the grand Navy Pier fireworks display on the lakefront.
NYE Gala Fireworks Cruise
Enjoy an all-inclusive New Year’s Eve 2024 Fireworks River Cruise at Anita Dee ONE Boarding at DuSable Harbor. Don’t miss this upcoming 2023 New Year’s Eve Party, happening on Sunday, December 31, 2023, Doors Open at 10p.m. Celebrate NYE Fireworks On the Water with full bar, dance floor & one of Chicago’s best DJs performing live! To purchase tickets, visit www.chicagocruiseevents.com.
New Year’s Eve at LondonHouse
Take in some of the best views of the skyline from the 21st floor lounge of riverfront hotel LondonHouse this year. Guests will enjoy music from live DJs and a violinist, a four-hour open bar, a dance floor and a midnight Champagne toast. For general information or tickets, visit www.londonhousechicago.com
New Year’s Eve Fireworks at Midnight
All are welcome to ring in the New Year with Chicago’s favorite free sky spectacular. Navy Pier’s dazzling, award-winning New Year’s Eve Fireworks will cast a glow across the lakefront that can be enjoyed from indoor and outdoor vantage points all along the mile-long Pier. For more information, visit www.navypier.org
Glitz & Glam NYE Soiree at Offshore Rooftop
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at The World’s Largest Rooftop Bar, Offshore Rooftop. This exclusive event offers stunning rooftop views of Chicago’s skyline and the spectacular Navy Pier fireworks. Tickets include a four-hour premium bar, heavy passed bites, champagne toast, and more. For tickets, visit www.navypier.org
Tao Chicago
Bring in the New Year at one of Chicago’s hottest nightclubs, Tao where you will dance the night away and enjoy a four-hour cocktail reception and a midnight Champagne toast. To reserve a table or for general information, visit www.taogroup.com