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 2024!
New Year’s Eve Events In and Around Nashville
For the Socialites
Jack Daniel’s Music City Midnight- Bicentennial Mall
Ring in 2024 in Nashville with hours of live music, fireworks, and the signature midnight Music Note Drop. CMA Entertainer of the Year Lainey Wilson, Elle King, Thomas Rhett, and Lynyrd Skynyrd will headline the FREE main stage event at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park.The event is free, but be sure to check the weather since it is outdoors.
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 December 31 at 7:30pm ET on the CBS Television Network, Paramount + (live and on-demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on demand for Paramount+.
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 7th 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 7th annual “NOON Year’s Eve” Celebration at East Nashville Beer Works.
Ring in 2024 nice and early with live family music from Bill Crosby and the Bahama Llama Orchestra, and a fun time with family, friends, and your neighbors.
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! Included with admission, free for members Admission is $12 or free for members. For directions and more info, check out their site.
Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (SOAC)
Celebrate the New Year without staying up until midnight! Activities include New Year Bingo, a 2023 themed Scavenger hunt, writing a New Year’s wish, and making a fun party craft. Balloon Confetti Pop will happen at 12:00 Noon. Be able to enjoy all the fun of a “midnight” ball drop but the celebration happens at noon!
Location: Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center, 100 Sam Ridley Pkwy E.
Time: 10:00AM – 12:00PM Free with paid admission All Ages Welcome!
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
Our celebration will include:
• 12:00 noon balloon drop & dance party
• bounce castle fun
• arts & crafts
• lots of play time
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.
TICKET INCLUDES:
Kid Friendly Buffett
Party Favors
DJ & Dancing
Craft Tables & Cookie Decorating
Face Painter & Ballon Artist
Sparkling Cider Toast & Ball Drop at 5PM
Kids Bowl Free with a paying chaperone!
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.
Lanes, Trains and Automobiles Murfreesboro
Fantastic Bowl – 4pm to 6pm
$99 (package includes up to 6 people)
2 hours of bowling
Shoe rental
$20 in game play
Party Favors
$179 (package includes up to 6 people)
2 hours of bowling
Shoe rental
$20 in game play
Pizza Buffet and sodas
Party Favors
$129 (package includes up to 6 people)
3 hours of bowling
Shoe rental
$20 in game play
Party Favors
$199 (package includes up to 6 people)
3 hours of bowling
Shoe rental
$20 in game play
Pizza Buffet and sodas
Party Favors
Stars & Strikes Smyrna
Spend New Years Eve at Stars and Strikes to Ring in 2024! Choose from our Early, Family Celebration Package, or our Late Night Package!
Early Package (6:00pm – 9:00pm) includes:
Unlimited Bowling on 1 lane
Shoe Rental Included
Party Favors
Boneless Wings, Cheese Quesadilla Platter, Chips & Salsa, One 1-topping Pizza, 1 pitcher of soda
Choose 1 topping-Pizza
1-hour unlimited card per guest
1 Extreme Attraction per guest
$179 + 18% gratuity (6 person party)
Late Package (9:00pm – 1:00am) includes:
Unlimited Bowling on 1 lane
Shoe Rental Included
Party Favors
Boneless Wings & Tenders Platter with French fries, One 1-topping Pizza, 2 pitchers of soda
Unlimited Arcade Play
Unlimited Attractions
Champagne Toast at midnight
$269 + 18% gratuity (6 person party)
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.
(Go To Bed On Time) New Year’s Eve Bash
Middle Ground Brewing Company, Murfreesboro- $1 wings all day
3pm sparkling apple juice toast to the New Year!
Family-friendly
New Year’s Eve Parents Night Out and Fundraiser- Let It Shine Gymnastics
Join us for the ultimate evening of fun! Last chance in 2023 for parents to take a break and enjoy some well-deserved time off. Leave your little ones to burn off some energy while you enjoy a night out. Mark your calendars and get ready for the Last Parent’s Night Out of the YEAR! $30 per child and includes pizza. Please bring a water bottle or money for the vending machine. **ALL proceeds benefitting a local family with a recent cancer diagnosis.
New Year’s Eve Mule Drop- Columbia
Join everyone in Historic Downtown Columbia for the Mule Drop. Spend the last night of the year with your closest friends and family while enjoying music, food trucks, fireworks, confetti, and community. This event is family-friendly and begins at 8 pm. There will be hourly countdowns.
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!
