Looking to go out for New Year’s Eve in Columbus for 2019/2020? We’ve compiled nearly 35 options to party the night away until the ball drop (and beyond). In the spirit of “cheap”, there are plenty of free, under $15, and under $25 per person options. We decided to include a few events up to $75 per person, because while that may be a splurge, many of the higher ticket prices typically include some food, drinks, and party favors, and are popular events each year.
The cheapest option for a New Year’s Eve celebration would be a gathering with friends and family at a home, with guests bringing food and drink to share. This will save you a lot of money, and may be the most enjoyable and personal option to start the New Year off right. If you’d rather go out, every bar in town will offer some sort of New Year’s Eve fun, as it’s one of the busiest nights in the industry. Check for cover charges before you head out; some may be steeper than you’d expect!
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Noon Years Eve in Columbus
These events are held to allow families with young children to enjoy a New Year’s Eve celebration and still have an early bedtime that night!
Early Noon Years Eve in Bexley: Saturday, December 28 from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm. Celebrate the new year four days early and way before bedtime at Bexley Public Library! We will count down to noon with our very own ball drop and tons of other activities! Dressing up is encouraged.
Preschoolers: New Year’s Eve Open House Party at Sharon Woods Metro Park: Stop by anytime between 10 am-2 pm to celebrate the New year with games, activities and crafts. We’ll even have our own countdown to the New Year every hour, complete with a ball drop! Meet at Spring Hollow Lodge. Please note that the Lodge is located at 1069 W. Main St., and is not accessible via the main park entrance off of Cleveland Ave. Just a heads up: This program ends at 2pm, so please give yourselves enough time to enjoy the festivities.
Noon Years Eve at Mighty Children’s Museum in Chillicothe. Celebrate the arrival of 2020! Fun activities on hand all morning long – complete with a bubble stomp as we do our final countdown to 12pm – Noon! Members: $5, Nonmembers: $10. Each adult and child must purchase a ticket
Noon Year’s Eve with Columbus Moms Blog: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm at Goldfish Swim School – Lewis Center. Swim time (get that winter energy out in the 90 degree heated pool), a special appearance by Little Mermaid, crafts, tasty snacks, and a countdown to noon complete with a balloon drop. Tickets are $8-$12 each.
Countdown to Noon Year’s Eve 2020 at KSM Sports and Fitness Indoor Facility: Celebrate Noon Year’s Eve with KSM Sports and Fitness Indoor Facility. This is a family-friendly event, allowing kids to celebrate the new year without missing their bedtime! The countdown to Noon Year’s Eve will take place from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. KSM Sports Indoor Facility will be open for sports, building blocks, field games and more! Right before the clock strikes 12 (noon), we will all count down together, before ringing in the Noon Year with a balloon and soft ball drop! We are excited to be partnering with local businesses to ensure this event is filled with fun for all! Tickets include access to plat, games, and sports lead by We Got Game, NYE themed crafts, selfie station, Snow Queen from Paulettes Princess Parties. Plus yummy treats and hot beverages provided by Winans Chocolates and Coffee, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Peace, Love and Little Donuts, Jersey Mike’s Subs, and Chicken Salad Chick. Tickets are $15.
Noon Year’s Eve at AHA! A Hands-On Adventure, A Children’s Museum in Lancaster: Open from 10 am – 2 pm. Ring in the New Year with AHA! at New Years at Noon celebration on Monday, December 31st! New Years at Noon allows young children to join in the festivities without missing their bedtime. This event is included with the cost of admission. Admission is $8; free for 12 months and under.
Happy “Noon” Year Party at Longaberger Alumni House (2200 Olentangy River Road). Join us for crafts and entertainment as we celebrate New Year’s Eve with Buckeye families from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm! Make crafts and decorations to celebrate the start of 2020. Enjoy entertainment, including a DJ, photo booth and face painting. At the stroke of noon, help us countdown and enjoy a one-of-a-kind balloon drop! Cost: $5 per person for children ages two and older + adults. EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT.
Noon at New Year’s Eve at The Little Gym of Polaris: Ring in the New Year at The Little Gym from 11 am – 12:30 pm! We will be having a blast with a balloon drop at noon, balloon artist/magician, activities for the family and all around fun! Big balloon drop at noon plus balloon twister and magician will be joining us! $15 per person after 12/1 and for non-members/members. Adults & children need tickets. Children in carriers do not need a ticket.
Noon Year’s Eve at Sycamore Plaza hosted by Pickerington Public Library: Ring in the New Year early with a family friendly countdown to noon! Event is from 11 am – 12:30 pm. Partygoers will enjoy a noontime balloon drop, crafts, games, and mocktail toast. Celebrate with us without having to stay up till midnight. This event will be hosted at both library locations. Registration is required and limited for the Sycamore Plaza location.
Noon Year’s Eve at Marysville Public Library: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Head to the library for a unique Noon New Year’s celebration! There will be crafts for kids to enjoy while counting down until noon and bringing in the New Year! FREE!
New Year Celebration at We Rock the Spectrum. Join us in celebrating the successes of 2019 and help us RING IN 2020!! Open Play celebration is from 12pm-2pm with the balloon drop occurring at 1:30. Crafts will be available for your child to complete as well as light snacks. $12 per child. A private celebration is being held from 9 am – 11 am. Cost for the calmer private event is $20, and requires pre-registration. At least 10 kids must be signed up or the event will be cancelled.
New Year’s Eve in Columbus: $15 and under per person
First Night Columbus: Annual Family-friendly New Years Eve Celebration from 5:30 pm – midnight. This year First Night will be at COSI and there will be plenty of activities to enjoy inside and out, including movies, high-wire unicycle, musical entertainment, the planetarium, games and fun COSI exhibits, Little Kids Space activities, Holiday Lights Show, live entertainment, and fireworks at Midnight. Purchase your tickets online for $10 through December 30, or $15 at COSI on December 31. All orders of tickets can be picked up at the WILL CALL box office within the main entrance of COSI.
New Year’s Eve Celebration with the City of Marysville: Say good-bye to the City’s Bicentennial and ring in the New Year! Live music at select restaurants in Uptown Marysville. FREE Carriage Rides from 8-10 pm. FREE Ice Skating until midnight. Plus a countdown to ring in the new year with a confetti cannon at Partners Park!
Flannagan’s Dublin CHAOS NYE2019 Party: Music by DJ Scott Kunkler & Corey Chaos. Great Gatsby Theme! Costumes encouraged, but not required. Complimentary champagne toast at midnight, plus a complimentary appetizers from 8-10 pm. Doors open at 8 p.m. Ages 21 and over only. Tickets are $10 and can be ordered online, or $15 at the door on the day of the event.
Wolf’s Ridge Brewing: The Taproom will host a no cover charge, casual party. Drop by anytime and just hang out. Enjoy a live DJ and a cool and relaxed vibe from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., the Columbus Blue Jackets game will be on the TVs at 7 p.m. and a complimentary champagne toast will be served at midnight. There are also still plenty of dinner reservations available to enjoy their pre-fixe NYE menu in the dining room. The menu features items like Waldorf salad, beef tartare and chocolate banana puff pastry for dessert.
NYE 2019 Roaring 20’s Party at Bar Louie Polaris: Bar Louie’s Roaring 20’s Party will take you back to the time of Gatsby. 1920’s attire encouraged but not required. NOTE: NO false weapons of any kind are allowed on premise. Get ready to ring in 2020 with our champagne toast, party favors, and great friends. Admission is free, or purchase VIP tickets for $50. VIP tickets include Champagne Toast, 4 Drink Tickets (Call drinks and Draft beer), and 1 Appetizer (your choice of any Flatbread, Sliders or Nachos). Formal or costume dress is not required.
NYE 2019 Black & White Masquerade at Bar Louie Columbus: Bar Louie’s Roaring 20’s Party will take you back to the time of Gatsby. 1920’s attire encouraged but not required. NOTE: NO false weapons of any kind are allowed on premise. Get ready to ring in 2020 with our champagne toast, party favors, and great friends. Admission is free, or purchase VIP tickets for $50. VIP tickets include Champagne Toast, 4 Drink Tickets (Call drinks and Draft beer), and 1 Appetizer (your choice of any Flatbread, Sliders or Nachos). Formal or costume dress is not required.
Skate Zone 71: Public skate at 12:30 pm, Kids’ New Year Eve with mock countdown 4-7 pm. Skating admission is $13 per person, including skates, unlimited pizza and drink, party favors and more. Family New Years Eve party from 8 pm – 12:30 am; admission is $14 and includes skate rental, unlimited cheese pizza & drink, and noisemakers for the countdown.
Hollywood Casino New Year Celebration: You’ll find many ways to enjoy the night at Hollywood Casino on New Years Eve. Head to the H Lounge at 9 pm for a free New Years Eve party with a DJ and balloon drop. Watch the ball drop from NYC at midnight. Admission to the casino is free; dining and beverages are additional. There are also several dining options available throughout the casino for New Year Eve and New Years Day from $24.50 – $90 per person. There’s also a splurge NYE party option at the Casino with the Hollywood Casino Light Up the Night New Year’s Eve Party for $75 per person (includes buffet and more).
Skully’s New Years Eve 2020 Dance Party: Featuring DJs Chuckstar & Skulldogg at Skully’s; 21+ and over. Midnight champagne toast and party favors included. Admission is $15 at the door. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $8-$10.
New Year’s Eve at The Goat: Celebrate NYE at The Goat locations. DJ’s, and champagne toast. Select locations are offering ticketed dinner events for $50-$60 from 7-9 pm, all bars will be open to the public by 10 pm after ticketed event. Others will open earlier.
NYE 2020 @ DAHLIAL: New Years Eve 2020 @ Dahlia Nightclub. Last Party of the Decade featuring PAZ to bring you in the new year! Buy $10-$15 tickets here, and for table information josh@livepeerless.com or text 614.989.8258
New Years Eve Party at BBR: Party starts at 7 pm at BBR. Sounds by B-Rob & Snipez. Confetti blast & champagne toast at midnight. Pre-sale tickets are $10 and VIP packages are available – event sells out each year! Text Josh at 614.989.8258 or email josh@livepeerless.com for VIP table details. Drinks and food available for purchase.
New Year’s Eve Party at Short North Julep: With your ticket purchase you’ll enjoy the admission to the hottest party in the Short North at Julep with party favors, premium bar packages and ball drop watch party. Admission starts at $10.
New Year’s Eve in Columbus: $25 and under per person
The Grainery Roaring 20’s New Years Eve Party: Join us for a night of amazing BBQ – awesome music – breathtaking atmosphere at The Grainery in Plain City. Tickets are $25. Dinner buffet from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. DJ, live music, champagne toast, party favors, and more! Roaring 20’s attire encouraged.
Tequila Cowboy New Years Eve Bash featuring Billy Gunther: Enjoy a champagne toast at midnight while Billy Gunther keeps the party going with a live performance of your favorite country jams at Tequila Cowboy. Tickets are $10 each.
New Year’s Eve Bash at Park Street Cantina: Celebrate 2020 “Vegas Style” at Park Street Cantina with two DJS/dance floors, VIP tables, and much more. Admission is just $20. VIP/drink ticket admissions are available for $50 and up.
Granero Lounge New Years Eve Party: Granero Lounge and nightclub on with DJ Luig spinning top 40 and best Latin music in the city. Dress code is strictly enforced. Tickets start at $20.
The Big Bang Dueling Piano Bar: Roaring 20’s New Years Eve Party: 7 p.m. – 2 a.m. Tables from 7-8:30 p.m. are available for cocktail reception. The evening will continue with an all-request Dueling Pianos show that will have you singing, laughing and dancing all night long. Tickets start at $25 for general admission at 8 p.m. if space permits for those in line (no seat guaranteed for general admission), and prices for other services go up from there and include guaranteed admission with no wait in line for $50.
AMF Sawmill New Year’s Eve Bowling Parties: Two options for celebrating at the lanes; Daytime Family Party Package with bowling, kid-friendly buffet, and toasts (available New Years Eve and New Years Day) for $23.99 per person, and a Nighttime Ball Drop Package with 4 hours of bowling, large buffet, and toasts starting on 9 pm on New Years Eve for $44.99 per person. Available at AMF Sawmill Lanes and AMF Stardust Lanes.
Eldorado Gaming Scioto Downs NYE Parties: Dance the night away with Soul Satyr beginning at 9pm in the Veil Bar. The Brew Brothers welcomes Radio City at 10pm with a $30 cover charge, including light snacks, drink tickets and a champagne toast – purchase tickets on location beginning 12/1. New Years Eve dining options are available here.
NYE at Dogtap at DogTap Columbus: Bring in the New Year in true Brewdog style at a HUGE party in the epic beer museum! Dance the night away with music from George Brazil under our glitzy disco ball! Drink the best cocktails around from our Pop up cocktail bar with OYO spirits or our epic beer pop up!! Celebrate the new year with the Ball Drop on the big screen! 2 ticket options-
- $25- 9pm – Pizza party at midnight and toast drink
- $65- 7pm – Arrival drink, dinner buffet, Pizza party and toast drink at Midnight
The Forge Tavern Roaring 20’s NYE Party (1375 Bethel Rd): $25.00 Admission includes buffet-style dinner (salad, entree, dessert) from 7-9 pm, and complimentary Glass of champagne at midnight. There will be a photo booth, themed party games, and unlimited gaming and use of the board game library. Costumes welcome but not required. Get tickets here.
New Year’s Eve in Columbus: $75 and under per person
Grandview Theater & Drafthouse: New Year’s Eve BEER Tasting Tickets are $30.00 and include: 9 samples from some of America’s best breweries (full list is still being confirmed, we’ll announce them soon,) a custom pint glass, funny stuff, a ton of raffles, and the ball drop on the BIG SCREEN. The 10th sample will be bubbly. Hosted by Andy Wuelfing, the tasting will begin at 10pm SHARP. 21 and over only and no refunds unless event is cancelled.
Dave & Busters Hilliard Family New Years Eve Celebrations: Two family-friendly options from 3-6 pm or 7-10 pm. Packages are $34-$42 and include an appetizer buffet, Dessert, Unlimited soft drinks, loaded power card and video play option, video ball drop to ring in the New Year.
Dave & Busters Polaris Family New Years Eve Celebration: Family-friendly option from 5-9 pm. Packages are $34-$51 and include an appetizer buffet, Dessert, Unlimited soft drinks, loaded power card and video play option, video ball drop to ring in the New Year.
Hollywood Casino Under the Sea New Year’s Eve Party: Enjoy an exclusive Light up the Night New Year’s Eve Party. Tickets are $75 per person and include the Midnight Balloon Drop, an excellent buffet, a reserved seat for the night’s festivities, dancing with 17th Floor and more. VIP tickets available as well
Copious New Year’s Eve 2020 Bollywood Masquerade Ball: Reveal the mystery behind the mask at Central Ohio’s only Bollywood Masquerade Ball presented by Events Amplified. Break away from the crowds and enjoy your NYE at this luxurious extravaganza. General admission also includes Grand Indian Dinner Buffet, Cash Bar open all night with top shelf drinks, Premium Champagne Toast at Midnight, Party favors, and Live Ball Drop from Times Square NYC. Tickets start at $50. Dress code is formal/cocktail attire.
AMF Sawmill New Year’s Eve Bowling Parties: Two options for celebrating at the lanes; Daytime Family Party Package with bowling, kid-friendly buffet, and toasts (available New Years Eve and New Years Day) for $23.99 per person, and a Nighttime Ball Drop Package with 4 hours of bowling, large buffet, and toasts starting on 9 pm on New Years Eve for $44.99 per person. Available at AMF Sawmill Lanes and AMF Stardust Lanes.
New Year’s Eve at VASO, Dublin: Ring in the New Year at Dublin’s hottest rooftop bar, VASO, with hand crafted cocktails and tapas, offering the best view that the city has to offer. Live music and DJ for entertainment. Standing Room ticket costs $50 and includes two (2) drinks ($15 maximum per drink). Taxes and gratuity are not included. Table admission tickets for 2-8 people are $125 each, and will be applied as a credit towards your total bill (great deal!). Guests can even celebrate in an IGLOO on the rooftop deck, where they can expect STUNNING views of the Scioto River, champagne flowing all night, delicious tapas, and a complimentary Cava toast a midnight. This year, AC Dublin is also offering room packages that include admission tickets. Room packages start at $250 for 2 guests and include admission tickets and lots of extras, including breakfast in the morning! Check out all of the options here!
New Year’s Eve Bash at Hubbard Grille: DJ Pastel will have the crowd on its feet at Hubbard Grille. All Tickets include a Special Welcome Cocktail, Plenty of Snacks and a Midnight Toast. Tickets start at $45. VIP table reservations available.
Black & White New Year’s Eve Weekend Celebration at Embassy Suites | Columbus-Airport: Party the night away from 7 pm – 3 am at the largest 30 & up NYE Celebration in the Midwest for mature urban professionals and entrepreneurs. General admission is $45 per person includes reduced room rate, party favors and photo booth; VIP options available. There are other celebrations on December 30 and 31 and January 1, including All White Dancers Jam ($15), and 80’s and 90’s Blue Jean Day Party ($15). Find all of the details here.
Black and Gold 2020 New Year’s Eve Ball at Sheraton Hotel Capitol Square (Downtown): Black and Gold 2020 New Year’s Eve Ball. Party with a purpose and celebrate at the biggest 2020 New Year’s Eve party; located at the Sheraton Hotel Capitol Square Columbus Ohio. We’re excited to make this year’s countdown epic and a memorable event that you wouldn’t want to miss! If you’re looking to have the best New Year’s Eve in Columbus; then roar into a night of class and dazzle in a festive, glitzy, positive friendly environment. Feel like an A-list celebrity and immerse yourself in fun, complimentary Hors d’oeuvres, Champagne toast, live performance, live DJ and much more! Tickets start at $30.
NYE in Downtown Lancaster: Join us at The Mill Event Center to celebrate the New Year! Columbus renowned band, Popgun returns to Lancaster for the entertainment. Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres and a champagne toast at midnight while celebrating the new year with your friends and family both old and new. Tickets are $50.
Family Stay-cation option for NYE in Columbus
Bollywood New Year’s Eve at Hilton Columbus/Polaris: (family friendly): Enjoy an exclusive Bollywood New Year’s Eve like none other in Columbus. Celebrate in dramatic style and immerse yourself in luxury as you ring in the new year. Feel like a star as you step on our dazzling red carpet where our very own paparazzi captures your fashionable arrival. Your ticket gives you access to the biggest Bollywood party in Central Ohio and includes: DJ Mavi spinning the best of Bollywood, Bhangra and top 40, Festive NYE party favors, Live NYE 2020 countdown on multiple screens, Free champagne toast at midnight, A grand multi-course dinner buffet, CASH BAR OPEN ALL NIGHT till 1:30 AM, kids’ entertainment. Tickets are $40-$80 per person, 5 and under are free. Rooms at hotel are additional.
Splurge events for NYE
Looking to splurge? There are a few events priced at nearly $100 per person, but include more extras in the price, such as food and beverage. Shadowbox Live and Renaissance Hotel NYE Party fall in this category.
Lincoln Social Rooftop Party: 9 am – 2 pm. General admission ticket includes a welcome cocktail, passed appetizers, a champagne toast at midnight and a cool swag bag to take home. Enjoy live music and a featured DJ throughout the night as you gaze upon one of the best views of Columbus’ skyline from the comfort of our warm and cozy rooftop. $100 per ticket, 21 and over only.
I’ll add more events when I come across them, but if you want to go to any of these, buy your tickets now (prices could increase as demand increases). Please comment below, or email info@columbusonthecheap.com if you know of other events that should be included.
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