As we bring another year to a close, it is time to get out and celebrate a new year and new beginnings! Whether you are looking for an adults night out, or a place to ring in the new year that is kid-friendly, we have you covered. Check out some of the events around the city and surrounding areas below and let’s welcome in 2025!
New Year’s Eve Events In and Around Nashville
For the Socialites
Jack Daniel’s Music City Midnight- Bicentennial Mall
Ring in 2025 with hours of live music, fireworks, and the iconic midnight Music Note Drop. This FREE live event at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park will feature headliners Keith Urban, Kane Brown, and Jelly Roll, along with performances by Shaboozey and Brittney Spencer.
Can’t make it to Nashville in person? Tune in to the star-studded television special, New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash, on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ (live and on-demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on-demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the special airs).
Lower Broadway/ Demonbreun/The Gulch
You can guarantee that the downtown bars, hotels and restaurants will be alive with fun all night long! Check out their individual websites for cover charges, tickets, and special menus! Be sure and make a reservation in advance for private parties! For a list of each bar’s event, I suggest this article.
NOON Year’s Eve celebrations for the kids
If you want to celebrate with your kids in the daytime before enjoying some adult time that evening, check out these recommendations.
East Nashville Beer Works
If you live around the East Nashville area, stop by East Nashville Beer Works for their 8th Annual Noon Year’s Eve Celebration. Entrance to this event is FREE!
Got kids and never make it to Midnight? Have to work New Year’s Eve at night? Or just want to celebrate twice? Join us for our 8th annual “NOON Year’s Eve” Celebration at East Nashville Beer Works.
Discovery Center in Murfreesboro
The Discovery Center in Murfreesboro is hosting their own countdown to noon. Come to the biggest pajama party in Murfreesboro with STEAM activities focused on New Year Celebrations!
Bring the whole family for a fun-filled celebration. Watch the balloon drop at 12:00 PM, enjoy a thrilling liquid nitrogen presentation at 11:30, and get creative with Nordic Gnome crafts in the studio.
It’s all included with general admission and FREE for members. Don’t miss out on this festive and educational way to kick off the New Year!
Included with admission, free for members Admission is $12 or free for members. For directions and more info, check out their site.
Curio Brewing Company- Franklin
Time to teach the kids how to party and enjoy New Years Eve! Bring the kids for a countdown to noon so they can celebrate in style!
Kids Noon Year Celebration- Kids Corner Murfreesboro
Kings Dining & Entertainment Noon Day Celebration
Get ready to kick-start your New Year’s Eve celebration with an afternoon at the lanes. With activities for all ages, Kings is the perfect place to ring in the New Year early.
Tuesday, December 31st
12PM-5PM | $35 per person
• Kid-Friendly Buffet
• Family Photos
• Cookie Decorating
• Coloring Station
• Make Your Own Party Favor
• Balloon Drop & Sparkling Cider Toast
$35 Ticket provides wristband granting access to activities listed above. Bowling sold separately and is first come first serve. Free admission for children 3 and under.
Celebrations for the entire family
Bowling is always a family fun event, no matter what day of the year! Check out the special events at your local bowling alley, as they are sure to have a fun-filled New Year’s Eve celebration planned. Here are a few around Middle Tennessee.
Stars & Strikes Smyrna
Spend New Years Eve at Stars and Strikes to Ring in 2025! Choose from our Early, Family Celebration Package, or our Late Night Package!
Ring in 2025 with a Lumberjack Alley Axe Throwing Party! Available on Tuesday, December 31st! Gather your crew for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration with:
- Two Hours of Axe Throwing
- One 1-Topping Pizza
- One Pitcher of Soda
- One Order of Chips & Salsa
Party favors and a Champagne toast at midnight! 🎊
Choose from two time slots: 7 PM–9 PM or 10 PM–Midnight. Only $179 for up to 6 people
Franklin Family Entertainment Center
Check out their New Year’s Eve packages that include pizza, drinks and bowling. Reserve early, as they will sell out!
King’s Dining & Entertainment Cool Springs
Kick-start your New Year’s Eve celebration with your little ones. We welcome all families to join us for an afternoon of fun, including bowling, arcade games, and a ball drop at 5PM with a sparkling cider toast!
All ages welcome.
Brentwood Skate Center
Open 12P-5P with specials. $15 flat fee covers admission and rentals. Balloon Drop at 4:45.
Other ideas
Catch a movie at your local theater. Popcorn, candy and screen time are a fun way to celebrate with kids of all ages.
Plan an event at home! Grab some party favors, balloons and confetti and have your own balloon drop. Watch movies, play board games, cards and enjoy fun themed snacks and drinks!
What is your favorite way to ring in the new year? No matter what you choose, we wish you a safe and fun evening!
