Time’s ticking, folks, and we realized we need to start planning our New Year’s Eve. Lucky for us, Chattanooga has plenty of parties and events happening around town to fit the vibe of everyone’s celebration wants + needs.
From family-friendly events taking place earlier in the day to parties that go on until the sun rises, here’s a look at some of the ways to kiss 2022 goodbye and welcome 2023 with open arms. It’s best to plan now, especially as some of these events sell out fast.
Kid-friendly events
Cheers to the New Year | Friday, Dec. 30 | 6-8 p.m. | Creative Discovery Museum, 321 Chestnut St., Chattanooga | $5-$10 | Ring in the New Year a day early at this event for children + families with plenty of festive activities.
NYE Ice Skating | Saturday, Dec. 31 | 10 a.m.-12 a.m. | Ice on the Landing at the Choo Choo, 1400 Market St., Chattanooga | $10-$12 | Spend the last night of 2022 outdoors ice skating under the stars in the beautiful gardens of the Chattanooga Choo Choo — fun for all ages.
New Year Party | Saturday, Dec. 31-Sunday, Jan. 1 | 7 p.m.-1 a.m. | Hamilton Skate Place, 7414 Goodwin Rd., Chattanooga | $15+ | Skate the night away, enter for a chance to win a new pair of Riedell Skates + other prizes, and stay for a balloon drop at midnight.
New Year’s Eve Celebration | Saturday, Dec. 31-Sunday, Jan. 1 | 6 p.m.-12:30 a.m. | Big River Grille & Brewing Works, 222 Broad St., Chattanooga | Price of purchase | This celebration will feature performances by The Flattop Boxers + Kolby Towe Band.
Adults-only events
Punk Renaissance | Saturday, Dec. 31 | 6-9 p.m. | Humanaut, 1410 Cowart St., Chattanooga | $40-$60 | Come out to this fashion experience featuring a runway, live music + dance, and an after-party mixer.
Glitzy Disco New Year’s Eve Party | Saturday, Dec. 31-Sunday, Jan. 1 | 6 p.m.-3 a.m. | Unknown Caller, 715 Cherry St., Chattanooga | $20 cover (after 10 p.m.) | Come out for a 70s, 80s + 90s disco and glitz party with music by DJ K2oh — each guest gets a confetti cannon and party favors at the midnight countdown.
Moxy Nooga Eve 2023 | Saturday, Dec. 31-Sunday, Jan. 1 | 6:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. | Moxy Chattanooga Downtown, 1220 King St., Chattanooga | $75-$160 | This all-night dance party will feature live music from DJ Mixx, food trucks, a champagne toast, and other festive surprises.
Beater’s New Years Eve Party | Saturday, Dec. 31-Sunday, Jan. 1 | 7 p.m.-1 a.m. | Chattanooga Convention Center, 1 Carter St., Chattanooga | $45 | The Beaters are back to rock your NYE with a huge dance floor + party favors.
New Moon’s Neon New Year | Saturday, Dec. 31 | 7:30 p.m. | The Signal, 1810 Chestnut St., Chattanooga | $15-$60 | Ring in 2023 at this 90s country tribute concert — show starts at 9 p.m.
New Years Eve Party | Saturday, Dec. 31-Sunday, Jan. 1 | 8 p.m.-1 a.m. | Pax Breu Ruim, 516 E. Main St., Chattanooga | Price of purchase | Enjoy small bites from Neutral Ground, music by DjMCPRO, and cocktail specials.
New Year’s Eve Masquerade | Saturday, Dec. 31-Sunday, Jan. 1 | 8 p.m.-1 a.m. | The Dwell Hotel, 120 E. 10th St., Chattanooga | $65 | Mysterious Matilda Midnight (yes, the bar is back) will host a masquerade featuring music by DJ Scuba Steve, light snacks + drink specials, party favors, complimentary valet parking, and a champagne toast at midnight.
New Year’s Eve at The Edwin | Saturday, Dec. 31-Sunday, Jan. 1 | 8 p.m.-1 a.m. | The Edwin Hotel, 102 Walnut St., Chattanooga | $175 | Your ticket includes heavy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, music by a live DJ, champagne toast, coffee + dessert bar, and more.
The NYE Experience | Saturday, Dec. 31-Sunday, Jan. 1 | 8 p.m.-1 a.m. | Bode Chattanooga, 730 Chestnut St., Chattanooga | $50-$500 | Enjoy craft cocktails, a champage toast, a food station, party favors, and more — this event is 25+.
New Years Eve Party | Saturday, Dec. 31-Sunday, Jan. 1 | 8 p.m.-2 a.m. | Westbound Bar, 24 Station St., Chattanooga | $15 | Dance to all of your favorite country hits while you ring in the new year — entry includes a champagne toast at midnight.
A Great Gatsby Ball | Saturday, Dec. 31-Sunday, Jan. 1 | 8 p.m.-2:30 a.m. | Reagan’s Retro Bar, 24 Station St., Chattanooga | $20-$30 | Dress to impress at this Gatsby-themed party with a free champagne toast + music by DJ Fika.
New Year’s Eve Roaring 20s Party | Saturday, Dec. 31-Sunday, Jan. 1 | 8:30 p.m.-late | The Read House Hotel, 107 W. MLK Blvd., Chattanooga | $180 | This package includes an open bar, heavy hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment, a champagne toast, and more.
New Year’s Eve Party | Saturday, Dec. 31 | 8 p.m.-late | Blue Light, 43 Station St., Chattanooga | $15+ | This party will have VIP service options, music by DJ Ace Boogie, champagne specials, and more.
New Year’s Eve Party | Saturday, Dec. 31 | 8 p.m.-late | Alan Golds, 1100 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga | $20+ | Celebrate with champagne specials and a show at 12:30 a.m.
90s New Years Eve Bash | Saturday, Dec. 31-Sunday, Jan. 1 | 9 p.m.-1 a.m. | The Wanderer inside Hotel Indigo, 300 W. 6th St., Chattanooga | $40-$220 | Come out in your best 90s gear and dance to music by DJ 88TREY — tickets include one drink, champagne toast, and access to a snack + appetizer buffet.
2023 NYE Party | Saturday, Dec. 31 | 9 p.m. | 423 Taco, 212 W. 8th St., Chattanooga | Price of purchase | Eat delicious tacos while dancing the night away to sounds by dJ Joe + DJ Blast.
New Year’s Eve Countdown Concert | Saturday, Dec. 31-Sunday, Jan. 1 | 10 p.m.-12 a.m. | Puckett’s, 2 W. Aquarium Way, Chattanooga | $25 cover | Backwater Still will take the stage and perform until the midnight countdown — cover includes the show, party favors + a champagne toast.
NYE Party | Saturday, Dec. 31 | 10:30 p.m. | The Social at Public House, 1110 Market St., Chattanooga | Price of purchase | DJ Tony Dub of First Verse Productions will play tunes all night + complimentary champagne will be given for a toast at midnight.
Celebrate for a cause
New Year’s Fundraiser for the Chattanooga Autism Center | Saturday, Dec. 31 | 8 p.m. | The Coker Car Museum, 1309 Chestnut St., Chattanooga | $50 | Guests can enjoy great music, drinks, hors d’oeuvres, wine, and champagne toast while supporting the center.