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Welcoming 2025: Where to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Cardiff
Wednesday, 27 November 2024
It’s that time again, to raise a glass to the year we’ve just had and to welcome in the year ahead. So, if you’re coming to Cardiff for New Year’s Eve and looking for the best places to party in the new year then look no further, as we’ve picked out some top tier venues to start things off in style.
UNTICKETED EVENTS
Ring in the New Year with Brewhouse and enjoy a night of live music! They’ll be kicking off the party with acts on stage from 5pm, so you can get your groove on before the big countdown.
And to make sure you’re well-hydrated for all the festivities, they’ll be extending our happy hour from 5pm to 9pm. And of course, no New Year’s Eve celebration would be complete without free fizz at midnight!
As 2024 draws to a close, join The Ivy for an evening of glitz and glamour as we ring in the New Year with an unforgettable soiree. Whether you’re easing into the day with a leisurely breakfast, toasting with a Champagne brunch, or continuing the festivities late into the evening, gather your favourite people to celebrate.
As the Ivy Circus comes to town for one night only, the vibrant circus-themed décor and evening entertainment will set the stage for magical evening. Dine on the exclusive New Year’s Eve three course set menu, featuring show-stopping dishes such as pan fried fillet of Sea Bass with creamed potato and a tomato concasse and saffron sauce. Available for £87.50 per person, from 6:45pm – Close. Book A Table here.
69/70 St David’s, St Davids Centre, CF10 1GA
Ring in the New Year in style at the Coal Exchange’s brand new restaurant ‘Aura’. Indulge in a delightful four-course dinner accompanied by cocktails, bubbles and live acoustic music performed by Bella Collins and an in-house DJ for the ‘Soulful Sounds of Aura’ until 1am.
Don’t miss out on the perfect start to 2025 and book your table now to make this New Year one to remember! Spaces are limited so book now to avoid disappointment.
Mount Stuart Square, CF10 5FQ
Ring in the New Year with a dazzling celebration at The Ivy Asia Cardiff, where Tokyo’s vibrant energy lights up the night! Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with spectacular entertainment, futuristic robot dancers, and electrifying live DJ beats in a show-stopping atmosphere.
Your journey begins with a welcome cocktail, setting the tone for a feast of exquisite sharing dishes like Yellowtail Sashimi, Seared Wagyu Beef Tataki, and Tiger Prawn Tempura. For the main course, savour signature highlights like the indulgent Miso Black Cod or the luxurious Lobster Rendang Curry. Finally, end the night on a sweet note with decadent desserts, from Warm Passionfruit and Coconut Doughnuts to Sake Barrel and a variety of Mochis. Secure your place now for a New Year’s Eve party like no other—because memories like these are too good to miss.
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With a dress code that’s that of magpie’s fantasies, Tonight Josephine encourage you to blind them with your bling and be granted entry to the wildest New Year’s Eve party in town. Revel in a night of roguery at the hands of the dazzling DJ and cabaret drag host, serving up lip-sync battles, group karaoke and a load of sassiness.
Rally the babes, bolt-on a drink’s package and raise a glittering glass as the clock strikes midnight. Say ‘boy, bye’ to 2024 and see out the year in feral girl style! Taking place from 7pm this New Year’s Eve, party ’til the AM.
46 Caroline St, CF10 1FF
Winter Wonderland remains open until 00:30 on New Year’s Eve, giving you the opportunity to skate into 2025 with a stunning backdrop of Cardiff Castle. Grab a bite to eat at the festive food stands serving up the likes of Yorkshire pudding wraps wraps to toasted marshmallows, there will be plenty of options available within the Castle walls.
Castle Street, CF10 3RB
BOOM BATTLE BAR CARDIFF is once again transforming into a PINK UTOPIA. We’re talking an all pink drinks menu, banging vibes and live DJ and entertainers. You don’t have to wear pink but we sure do encourage it. They’re be partying from 6:30pm until LATE. You love to see it.
The standard NYE ticket is £12pp but if you fancy getting the party started early, upgrade to BIG BOOZY NYE ticket at £42pp. Go big or go home! Gather your squad and grab your tickets early before they sell out.
Brewery Quarter, CF10 1FG
Get ready to end 2024 on a high with Flight Club Cardiff’s New Year’s Eve Brunch—where the vibes are big, but the party’s bigger!
Your ticket includes:
🎶 Dance to live DJs ’til 2 am
🍕 Feast on unlimited sourdough pizza
🎯 60 minutes of Social Darts to heat up the competition
🕛 Choose from 5 brunch sessions until the clock strikes midnight
🥂 Toast with a bottle of Prosecco or four bottles of beer per person
Whether you’re warming up for an epic night or staying to toast the new year, make your NYE unforgettable and book now.
3-4 St Mary Street, CF10 1AT
Dine, drink and dance – Join the Botanist from 7pm ‘til late and enjoy a welcome cocktail on arrival, a three-course dinner and bubbles at midnight from £45 per person. The house bands are ready to welcome in the new year in style with live music and good times rolling from 8pm. Drink, dine and dance to ring in 2025… the table is yours all night!
Drink and dance – Out for the night? Party into 2025 with live music until the early hours. Our bar tickets are £15 per person and include a welcome cocktail on arrival and a glass of bubbles at midnight. The house bands are ready to welcome in the new year in style with live music and good times rolling from 8pm. So, raise your glass and party like it’s 2025. We’ll bring the sparkle – you bring your dancing shoes.
Looking for the perfect way to celebrate New Year’s Eve with the family? Join the Family New Year’s Eve Party at Future Inn Cardiff. Enjoy a 3-course hot buffet, a glass of Prosecco to toast the new year at midnight, and dance the night away with tunes from the resident party DJ.
More information here. Tickets are £60 per adult, £40 for under 12s, and free for under 2s. Book with the Events Team on 02920 487111 or enquire here.
Hemingway Rd, Cardiff CF10 4AU
If you don’t fancy going OUT OUT, but don’t fancy another New Year’s in front of the telly. Chance & Counters are doing New Years Eve a little differently. Expect everything you’ve come to know and love about C&C (i.e. lots of wonderful people playing a boatload of board games), plus some extra goodies to round out the year in style.
Tickets to their annual New Years Eve party are available now including loads of games, welcome drinks, bubbly at midnight plus a big old quiz. So what’re you waiting for? Grab your tickets now!
Fancy blowing away the Christmas cobwebs? Head to Pedal Power in Pontcanna and join one of their Christmas Fundraiser Rides! They have three relaxed, group rides planned of varying distances and difficulty (from a gentle 4-mile cycle around Bute Park to a more challenging 12 miles to Castell Coch).
For all details including how to join a ride, click here.
DOUBLE THE FUN WITH AN OVERNIGHT STAY
There’s too much on offer for just one day in Cardiff this Christmas, so why not make a night of it and enjoy an overnight stay in one the capital’s hotels? Whether you choose a modern, stylish stay in the bustling city centre, the relaxed luxury of a spa hotel, or a night in the historic Cardiff Bay, you’re sure to wake up ready for more festive fun!
Find more restaurants – be sure to book your table in advance!
Please Note: There will not be a midnight firework display in Cardiff city centre this New Year’s Eve.
