Haven’t made plans yet for New Year’s Eve? Looking for last-minute reservations or tickets? Want to know where to eat and where to ring in 2024 with some live entertainment? Check out our comprehensive list of restaurants, bars, music venues and clubs where you can ring in the new year in style.
We have broken this blog into two parts so you can plan your perfect New Year’s Eve in Portland. We start with dining, and later on we have suggestions for entertainment, concerts, parties, and more! You can also check out our NYE Weekend Guide, and our NYE Live Music Guide to stay in the know!
DINING
- Dine in: Alto is welcoming the New Year in style with an exclusive dinner and New Year’s Eve celebration! Complete with culinary excellence and a touch of bubbly elegance, dinner at Alto will be a great way to bring 2023 to an end! Open from 6:00pm – 9:00 pm.
- DINE-IN: Open with a special coursed menu!
- TO BOOK: Bao Bao only takes reservations for parties of 8 or more. Please email reservations@baobao-maine.com to book ahead.
133 Spring St., Portland, ME
Photo: Catherine Dzilenski (@cathdiz)
- DINE – IN: Bar Futo be running their classic binchotan-fired menu plus some fancy specials for those looking to indulge a bit. They will also be throwing an AFTER HOURS BASH from 10 PM – 1 AM after dinner service. Think disco drinks, city pop, KFC style snacks! $20 at the door gets you passed bites and fun times.
- TO BOOK: Pre-order your wagyu ribeye, caviar, white truffles & Maine uni now through Resy! Limited availability.
425 Fore Street, Portland, ME
- DINE-IN: New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
390 Commercial St., Portland, ME
BOONE’S FISH HOUSE & OYSTER ROOM
- DINE-IN: Open NYE from 10am – 9pm with a special NYE menu!
- BOOK VIA RESY
86 Commercial St., Portland, ME
- DINE-IN: Paying homage to New England’s Grand Hotels with a 5-course (plus some surprises) dinner. Think Lobster Thermidor, escargot, maybe something set in gelatin, definitely caviar. Tickets are sold as pairs for $300($150/person). Optional wine pairing for $75/person plus a gorgeous wine + champagne list, celebratory cocktails + an unbeatable atmosphere.
- BOOK HERE
414 Fore St., Portland, ME
- DINE-IN: Offering a Southeast Asian 7-Eleven inspired 7-course dinner. “Ballered up versions” of convenience store faves – think caviar, lobster, wagyu. Dinner is at 8pm and is reservation only. $100 per person (plus tax and gratuity).
- TO BOOK: Call (207) 747-5666
90 Exchange St., Portland, ME
- DINE-IN: Will be open NYE until 2am with their regular menu. Great option if you’re looking for something casual, especially with a larger group. Will be open normal hours New Year’s Day.
396 Fore St., Portland, ME
Photo: Gross Confection Bar via Artisan Agenda
- DINE IN: Open with extended Sunday hours for NYE from 5 PM – 11 PM
- RESERVATIONS for parties of 6+. Call (207) 956 – 7208 to book.
172 Middle St., Portland, ME
- DINE- IN: Hosting a New Year’s Eve pre-fix dinner with three seatings: 5 PM, 7 PM, and 9 PM.
- BOOK HERE via Resy or by calling (207) 523-2016
468 Fore St., Portland, ME
- DINE-IN: Ring in 2024 at Helm with opulence and joy! $100 prix-fixe with optional pairing. Expect chilled shellfish, short rib, and bubbles bubbles bubbles!
- BOOK HERE
60 Thames St., Portland, ME
- DINE IN: A prix fix menu available for seatings from 4 PM – 9:30 PM. Menu $110 per person for a 3 course dinner.
- BOOK HERE. Reservations strongly recommended.
79 Portland St., Portland, ME
- DINE-IN: 6 Course Prix Fixe Dinner by Chef Ryan Hickman and team. 3 seatings available with select wines and specialty cocktails.
- BOOK HERE
496 Woodford Street, Portland, ME
- TAKEOUT: Preorder Mr. Tuna’s Party Boxes (Chef’s Choice Party Box, Vegan Maki Platter, and Classic Make Party). Perfect for a group of friends to share, everything can be made gluten-free or shellfish-free, and platters are available vegan. Browse their add-ons for sides, uni trays, and that perfect bottle of sparkling sake.
- PICK-UP: At the Public Market in Monument Square between 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM on December 31st.
28 Monument Sq., Portland, ME
Book your table at Roma Cafe on New Year’s Eve to enjoy their NYE specials! Specials include:
- Saffron and truffle risotto with bone marrow
- Seared Maine scallops with creamy corn, calabrian chili and quanciale
- Grilled shrimp with uni-butter, polenta cake, citrus emulsion
- Chocolate soufflé, home caramel, candied and roasted hazelnut
Make your reservation here!
- DINE IN: Will be running a special dinner menu (along with all of their normal offerings), with a free champagne toast at midnight. Closing at 1am.
- BOOK VIA RESY
425 Fore St., Portland, ME
- DINE IN: Open NYE and NYD normal hours!
20 Custom House Wharf, Portland, ME
- DINE -IN: NYE multi-course tasting menu, $95 per person.
- BOOK HERE
547 Congress St., Portland, ME
- DINE-IN: Celebrate New Years Eve in style with Rigby Yard and watch the ball drop live on their large screen! Special private seating for couples and groups. Tickets include appetizers, Champagne toast, dessert flight and table service.
- BOOK HERE
- DINE IN: Regular full dining menu available NYE
330 Fore St., Portland, ME
- DINE-IN: Premiere waterfront dining available for New Year’s Eve. Open regular hours 11:30 PM – 9 PM with their regular menu and a few specials!
- BOOK by calling (207) 799-5400
231 Front St., South Portland, ME
- DINE-IN: Offering a 3-course pre-fix dinner ($90 per person ++). Seatings run from 4 PM – midnight. Menu can be viewed online.
- BOOK via Resy or online on their website.
10 Cotton St., Portland, ME
Photo: Cody James Barry (@codyjamesbarry)
- DINE – IN: Join New Year’s Eve for special menus, interesting wines, and treats from our culinary team.
- BOOK ONLINE
115 Thames St., Portland, ME
- DINE-IN: Union at The Press Hotel will be open NYE for brunch and dinner! Serving brunch on New Year’s Day.
- BOOK ONLINE
390 Congress St., Portland, ME
Entertainment, Concerts, Parties and More!
NYE Space Odyssey Costume Benefit for Maine Community Foundation – Après
Après is headed to a galaxy far far away this NYE! They will be outfitting the Tasting Room with some truly cosmic decor and spending the last hours of 2023 by getting far out for New Years Eve with an intergalactic costume celebration of futuristic atmosphere, food and music! Join for a ticketed evening featuring two different sets of dancing ready beats by DJs Jams Frrever + Nik Luis, starry drink specials, champagne toasts, savory eats with Meet on the Street, and the best of company!
This event was originally planned and slated as part of our 2023 Halloween celebrations and was canceled due to the Lewiston shootings. 50% of ticket sales will directly benefit the Maine Community Foundation’s Lewiston-Auburn Area Response Fund.
Aura New Year’s Eve – Aura
Join Aura for another unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration! Dance all night til 2am and welcome 2024 in style at one of the biggest NYE parties! Move to the sounds of the hottest beats from every era of dance music mixed by DJ Jay-C! Become mesmerized by TEALL’s Go Go dance performance while you are immersed in a visual and light show like no other from the legendary VJ Foo! Last year was a sell out so make sure to order your tickets online now and prepare for the best night ever!
New Year’s Eve Countdown – Batson River Brewing & Distilling
Batson River’s Portland team is on a mission to give you and your crew an unforgettable New Year’s Eve experience. Dress to turn heads and join them for elevated passed appetizers, decadent food stations, and late-night snacks. The adventure begins at 8:00 PM with a welcome cocktail waiting for you on arrival. Then, dance all night with a DJ from Boston-based Cover Story Entertainment and ring in the New Year with a sparkling toast—all in the most festive holiday spot in Portland.
NYE After Hours Bash – Bar Futo
Bar Futo will be throwing an AFTER HOURS BASH from 10 PM – 1 AM after dinner service. Think disco drinks, city pop, KFC style snacks! $20 at the door gets you passed bites and fun times.
$20 at the door
New Year’s Eve Bash – Bonfire Country Bar
It is Bonfire’s 10th New Year’s Party and 2024 kick-off, the premier Portland Country Bar located in the center of the Old Port, right in the action of Wharf Street. Further adding to its uniqueness Bonfire specializes in microbrews, expect to be enticed by local and unique beers. Let Bonfire bring you a glorious, fun-filled holiday fling. Bring in the new year at Bonfire!
New Year’s Eve Party – Canopy Portland Waterfront (Salt Yard & Luna Rooftop Bar)
Join for a spectacular 21+ New Year’s Eve celebration at The Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront. The evening begins in Salt Yard Café + Bar from 5 PM to 9 PM. The night fully kicks off at 6 PM with passed apps and the captivating performance from The Middle Men Band. Indulge in various highlights throughout the evening including a photobooth, exciting giveaways, drink samples courtesy of Beam Suntory, and a cash bar featuring enticing drink specials. Delight your palate with a diverse array of stationed and passed foods, from Cheese Boards and a Dessert Display to mouthwatering dishes like Peri-Peri Chicken Skewers, Ossetra Caviar and Maitake Mushroom Fritters. Later in the evening, ascend to Luna Rooftop Bar with doors opening at 8:30 PM and revel until the New Year! Bid farewell to 2023 and welcome 2024 with a complimentary Prosecco Toast at midnight. The festivities continue until 12:30 AM. Features a photobooth to capture your memorable moments, an enthralling Maker’s Mark Pop Up in Luna’s indoor Starlight lounge, tantalizing drink samples from Beam Suntory, an alluring cash bar featuring an array of both food and drink specials, and the rhythmic beats of DJ Logan from We the Dj’s.
New Year’s Eve Indoor Beach Party – Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine
Celebrate the New Year on Sunday, December 31, with a special indoor seaside celebration! Meet real sea creatures like sea stars and anemones, create a sea star wand in the MakerSpace, and show us your best dance moves as we dance to summertime hits. Countdown to 2024 with a special sea star drop in CMTM’s Maddy’s Theatre. Activities and the sea star drop will be repeated throughout the day.
Citrus New Years Eve Masquerade Party – Citrus
Citrus invites you to their New Years Eve Masqurade Party! Featuring your favorite local DJ’s for World & International Beats, Club & Dance Music, Hip Hop & Top 40’s: DJ Onax, Musonda & The Ambassatah! Offering individual champagne VIP packages, limited Bottle Service, balloon drop, and other thematic treats. Dress in your finest New Years attire, including a masquerade mask, dance the night away, and help Citrus celebrate a new year of partying!
Disco & Champagne – Cocktail Mary
Countdown to the New Year in style at Cocktail Mary’s “Disco and Champagne” New Year’s Eve Party! Join as DJ Ben Spalding sets the mood with groovy disco beats, starting at 9 PM. Sip on champagne and dance the night away as this cocktail bar welcomes in the new year with a glittering celebration. Don’t miss out on the disco, great music, and a fantastic atmosphere.
New Year’s Eve & New Year’s Day – Dock Fore
Dock Fore has specials for New Year’s Eve, as well as New Year’s day to get 2024 started off right. On New Year’s Eve they have you covered for each NFL game, as well as drink specials on Bud, Bud Light, Rolling Rock Pints, and Champagne. They will also be streaming Bruins and Celtics games, making it the perfect spot to watch all sports on New Years Eve! Keep the party going on New Year’s Day at Dock Fore with $3.95 mimosas, breakfast pizza, $1.95 Bud, Bud Light, Rolling Rock Pints, and college bowl games all day!
Solar Renewal NYE 2024 – Flask Lounge
Join at Flask Lounge for a night of cosmic celebration as they usher in the New Year with “Solar Renewal.” Presented by Party Wave, this celestial soirée promises to be an unforgettable journey through sound and space. Elevate your experience with the vibrant beats of Wessup, Isirap, Tumbldown, and Mike Said. Together, they form a constellation of musical talent and energy that will keep you dancing until 2AM.
2024 NYE Party – Fore Play Sports Pub
Fore Play Sports Pub has two floors of non-stop entertainment to help you bring in the new year. Hit the dance floor upstairs while the DJ’s spin the best dance mixes and party songs, or with the always epic party with the crew downstairs. There is plenty of fun to have, with pool, Jell-O shots, air hockey, and of course, the dancefloor. Watch the ball drop at midnight on one of their 30 TVs, and toast to 2024 with a glass of champagne! Open from 7pm – 2am.
Art Rave NYE 2024 – Free Street
Two floors, two stages, one mind blowing New Year’s extravaganza at Free Street! This year’s lineup is crazy stacked. The theme for this event is Disco/Sparkles, so wear your most dazzling glitzy fit! Downstairs at the Bass Stage, there will be solo sets and a special b2b with: Chmura and Josh Teed. They will be supported by Mcwavy, and Phurn spinning beats that’ll leave you breathless! Upstairs at the Jam Stage, there will be a line-up that’ll make your heart race: The Trichomes, The Humans Being, and The Caylin Costello Band. Elevate your night with Bottle Service, VIP Upgrades, and an EXTRA LATE NIGHT experience that’ll keep you dancing ’til dawn.
Glitter Ball – Jewel Box
New Year’s Eve Glitter Ball at The Jewel Box! Join them from 6pm until after midnight and enjoy drinks from their colorful champagne cocktail menu. With a playlist curated by the bartenders, cocktails, and glitter galore, it will be a great end to 2023!
New Year’s Eve with DJ Revolve – Henry’s Public House
If you’re seeking a New Year’s Eve celebration with a fantastic live DJ set and amazing cocktails, look no further—Henry’s Public House has got you covered! DJ Revolve will be taking over the dance floor with an incredible music set, and Henry’s ensures you’ll have access to one of the finest bar selections in town. The atmosphere promises to be unparalleled, making Henry’s New Year’s Eve celebration a not-to-be-missed event if you’re looking for a memorable way to welcome the New Year!
New Year’s Eve Deep Sea Disco – Maine Craft Distilling
Dive into the future with Maine Craft Distilling and SWARDY! A New Year’s dance party in the Kelp Forest At Maine Craft Distilling includes 4 hours of live tunes from SWARDY & Grassfed Kal (of RubbleBucket), lots of dancing, cold drinks..all for a good cause. Join MCD for an unforgettable night that not only welcomes the new year but also champions the future of our oceans and planet. Deep Sea Disco is not just a dance party; it’s a movement towards a sustainable and vibrant ocean economy. Tickets include on free drink. % of your ticket sale will be donated to Surfrider Maine Chapter.
New Year’s Rockin’ The Irish – Maine Irish Heritage Center
Come celebrate the 2024 Irish New Year! The Maine Irish Heritage Center is hosting a celebration from 5pm – 10pm with Maine’s premiere U2 tribute act, Slane! When Ireland hits midnight (7pm in Maine), it’s countdown and party! Doors open at 5:30pm, Troy Bennett and Travis Cote from Bailey’s Mistake from 6pm – 6:50pm, and then a 10-minute countdown to midnight in Ireland when Slane will kick off a 3-hour U2 Tribute show, which will impress with its light and video special effects. People can feel good about it because all proceeds go towards restoring the Portland landmark – old St. Dominic’s church on State and Gray.
New Years Eve Sparkling Spectacular – Italian Heritage Center
Get ready for an unforgettable New Years Eve bash in the elegant ballroom of the Italian Heritage Center! Decorations, entertainment, and food and beverages available, you and your guests will have a blast! IHC has lined up an exciting evening filled with a cocktail hour and hor d’oeuvres, a delicious buffet, dessert trays, and dance the night away with 5-piece band Magenta & the Silver Screen, a 5-piece band with a dynamic, amazing female lead singer performing songs up through the decades. Don’t miss out on the chance to mingle with fellow party-goers and create memories that will last a lifetime. The theme of the event this year is Sparkle! Bling up those jeans, wear your fanciest suit or ballgown. No set dress code. Doors will open at 6pm. Cocktails and hors de oeuvres will be served from 6:30pm – 7:30PM. Proceeds benefit our Italian Heritage Center.
Cuban Rhythms and Revelry: A Havana Nights New Year’s Eve Bash – One Longfellow Square
CELEBRATE NEW YEAR’S EVE IN HAVANA-STYLE! Join One Longfellow Square for a sizzling New Year’s Eve Dance Party featuring the vibrant rhythms of Primo Cubano, masters of traditional Cuban dance music. Get ready to immerse yourself in the electrifying sounds of Cuba. The evening will include: Live performance by Primo Cubano; a Salsa lesson (don’t worry if you’re not a salsa pro! OLS has you covered with a pre-party dance lesson to get your feet moving to the sultry Cuban sounds); chocolate fountain and dessert delights; a bubbly toast to raise your glass and toast to the new year as the clock strikes midnight; complimentary parking. Bring your dancing shoes and your best moves as OLS bids farewell to the old year and welcomes in the new one with a night of lively music, dance, and joy. This is a party you won’t want to miss!
NYE Party with Guerilla Toss and Jeff Beam – Oxbow Blending and Bottling
Get ready for a musical journey into the New Year at Oxbow Blending & Bottling! Guerilla Toss, known for their fearless art-rock sound, presents “Famously Alive,” their Sub Pop debut, promising a transformation that’s nothing short of luminous. After a decade of pushing boundaries and creating art-rock masterpieces, they’re embracing their light, and this is them at their most radiant. Opening for Guerilla Toss is Jeff Beam, a multi-talented musician from Portland, Maine. His music is a delightful blend of melodic rock with jazz influences and vibrant sonic landscapes.
NYE with The Few – The Porthole
Live music at The Porthole starts at 8 PM! The Few band will be rocking the stage performing all the hits of the ’70’s, ’80’s and best of today!
Casino Royale New Year’s Eve Bash – The Portland Club
Get ready to roll the dice and ring in the New Year in style at The Portland Club’s exclusive Casino Royale-themed bash! Event highlights include casino games galore (channel your inner James Bond or Lady Luck as you try your hand at classic casino games); raffle prices (gift cards to local restaurants, a Portland Club membership, and more!); live band and DJ (The Lazzlo Family Band returns to help you dance into the new year. Later, their DJ will take over, ensuring the dance floor stays alive and vibrant until the stroke of midnight!); a delicious dessert bar and and all-inclusive ticket (games, unlimited dancing, and a delightful selection of food and drinks).
A Sparkly Winter Welcome to 2024 – Portland Elks Lodge
Portland Elks Lodge is ringing in 2024 with A Sparkly Winter Welcome! Festivities include cocktail music with DJ Bobby Queen; hearty appetizers; extraordinary dinner buffet; dancing to The Delta Knights; and a midnight champagne toast with party favors.
Call 207.838.4386 or 207.329.0845 to reserve tickets or table
New Year’s Party – Rí Rá Irish Pub
DJ, specialty cocktails, champagne toast + light appetizers at Rí Rá! Celebrate New Year’s Eve at in the Old Port with DJ Padre. Ticket includes two signature cocktails, a champagne toast and passed appetizers! This is a 21+ event and semi-formal attire is encouraged.
New Year’s Eve Party – SPACE
Sweat out 2023 and kick off 2024 right with the Moonshake crew. DJs, immersive lights, and proper dance party vibes. SPACE rings in the new year with SPACE rings in the new year with the Moonshake crew. Immersive light show by C. Gilman, custom sound system, and proper dance party vibes spanning house, disco, electro, dancefloor, techno, and beyond. DJ sets by Tylord, Nicotine, and Lifted Lamborghini.
New Year’s Eve Extravaganza – Three of Strong Spirits
Get ready to bid farewell to the old year and welcome the new one with a bang! Three of Strong Spirit’s New Year’s Eve bash is the perfect way to celebrate with friends and loved ones. Drinks start pouring at 8:30, music from Silver Heels starts at 9:30, with free hors d’oeuvres all night! Join them in a mojito toast (complimentary) at midnight to mark the beginning of a brand new year. Raise your glasses and toast to new beginnings, surrounded by the joy and excitement of fellow party-goers.
New Year’s Eve Swing & Soul with Portland Swing Project & Ragtime Destroyers – Urban Farm Fermentory
Join Urban Farm Fermentory for a special swing and soul event to start the New Year right! You can start with a quick-hit dance lesson brought to you by the Portland Swing Project. Then warm up those feet as the Ragtime Destroyers deliver hot jazz from 1920s, 30s and 40s. Finally, slide into 2024 with a DJ’d set of deep soul cuts selected for the dance scene! No partner necessary. Beers, ciders, kombuchas and more on tap. Flip the script with us this NYE!
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