Here we go again! It’s hard to believe 2024 is almost over, and 2025 is already upon us. So, if you haven’t decided what to do for NYE yet, this Las Vegas New Year’s guide is for you!
There’s no better way to ring in 2025 than at a Vegas nightclub. The energy is intense, the clubs are packed, and you’re sure to find someone to share in that midnight kiss. (If you’re not already coupled up.)
But navigating the nightlife scene can be stressful! So that’s why I’m here to help you out. I’ve put together everything you need to know about celebrating the New Year in Vegas.
Las Vegas Clubs Guide For New Year’s Eve
In this primer, you’ll learn:
- How to get inside a Vegas nightclub on New Year’s night
- How much tickets and tables cost at all Las Vegas nightclubs
- The DJ or special guest at each venue
- The nightclubs that offer the best New Year’s Eve ticket and bottle service deals
- My picks for VIP reservations on a budget
- Locations that offer a prime viewing location of the fireworks show
- My tips for a stress-free New Year’s Eve party experience
Getting Inside A Club
There are only two ways to get inside a Las Vegas nightclub on New Year’s Eve – buy tickets or reserve a table. Unfortunately, unlike other nights in Vegas, no guest list reservations are available.
Tickets
So, unless you’re purchasing table service, you’ll need a ticket to get inside a club.
It’s a good idea to buy your ticket in advance as tickets for New Year’s sell out fast! Prices tend to increase as NYE approaches.
The best way to get a general admission ticket is to buy it directly from the club’s website before New Year’s Eve.
If you wait until NYE, the venue may sell out. Or you may have to pay an astronomical price at the door.
But, if you must wait to get your ticket until New Year’s Eve night, I recommend getting to the club before it opens. This will give you the best chance of making it inside.
Entry May Not Be Guaranteed
Also, it’s worth pointing out that most clubs have an “arrive by” time for entry on New Year’s Eve. They list this time because they won’t let anyone else inside the venue once they reach capacity.
So even if you’ve purchased a ticket (or a table) but show up later than the “arrive by” time, you may not get in.
I always recommend checking the event details on the club’s website so you’ll know what time to arrive for guaranteed entry.
For your convenience, I’ve listed these times below. But please note that they may be subject to change.
Bottle Service
You won’t have to pay for a general admission ticket if you get bottle service. (Your table reservation gets you inside the club for free.)
But remember that table service during New Year’s isn’t cheap. For example, it’s often double what you’d pay on any other day of the year. And bottle menu prices may be higher, too.
On this night, the clubs strictly adhere to the maximum number of people allowed at each table. For instance, if you book a table for eight guests, a host will likely only bring eight people into the club.
Alternatively, the venue may increase the minimum spend or charge a cover to accommodate extra guests.
Like general admission, bottle service pricing increases closer to New Year’s Eve. So, the sooner you book, the better the price.
Where To Go: Vegas Nightclub NYE Summary
All Las Vegas nightclub options for ringing in the new year are listed below.
I’ve included the club opening and arrive-by times, DJs, performers, tickets, and table prices. Please note that the prices listed are as of the date of this article and are subject to change.
To make selecting your NYE club even easier, I’ve also identified which ones offer the best deals.
Drai’s at The Cromwell
- Opens: 10:30 pm
- Tables Arrive By: 11:00 pm
- Performer: Lil Wayne
- Presale Tickets: $50 female, $75 male
- Table cost: Starting at $1,200
Hakkasan at MGM Grand
- Opens: 9:00 pm
- Tickets Arrive By: Before midnight
- Tables Arrive By: 10:30 pm
- DJ: Pauly D
- Presale Tickets*: $20 female, $30 male
- VIP Admission w/$100 Bar Card*: $100 female, $100 male
- Bottle Service**: Starting at $2,000
New for NYE: Hakkasan offers a table share experience on NYE. As of the date of this article, the current price is $150 for females and $250 for males, plus applicable taxes and fees.
Jewel Nightclub at Aria
- Opens: 9:00 pm
- Tickets Arrive By: Before midnight
- Tables Arrive By: 12:00 am
- Performer: Tyga
- Presale Tickets*: $20 female, $30 male
- Table Reservations**: Starting at $2,000
Marquee at The Cosmopolitan
- Opens: 9:00 pm
- Tickets Arrive By: Before midnight
- Tables Arrive By: 11:00 pm
- DJ: Alesso
- Presale Tickets*: $20 female, $30 male
- VIP Tickets w/$100 bar card*: $100 female, $100 male
- Seating**: Starting at $1,500
Omnia at Caesar’s Palace
- Opens: 9:00 pm
- Tickets Arrive By: Midnight
- Tables Arrive By: 10:30 pm
- DJ: Steve Aoki
- Presale Tickets*: $50 female, $75 male
- VIP Tickets w/$100 bar card*: $125 female, $150 male
- Omnia Bottle Service**: Starting at $3,000
TAO at The Venetian
- Opens: 9:00 pm
- Tickets Arrive By: Midnight
- Tables Arrive By: 10:30 pm
- Performer: O.T. Genasis
- Presale Tickets*: $20 female, $30 male
- VIP Tickets w/$100 bar card*: $100 female, $100 male
- Seating**: Starting at $1,000
New for New Year’s Eve: Tao Nightclub also has a table share experience. As of the date of this article, prices start at $150 for ladies and $200 for gentlemen.
XS at Encore
- Opens: 10:30 pm
- Arrive by: 11:30 pm
- DJ: The Chainsmokers
- Under the Stars Ticket (outside only): $50 per person
- All Access Ticket (inside & outside): $200 female, $250 male
- XS Bottle Service**: Starting at $2,000
Zouk at Resorts World
- Opens: 10:30 pm
- Performer: T-Pain
- General Admission: $50 ladies, $75 men
- VIP Expedited Entry: $125 per person
- Seating**: Starting at $3,500
Fontainebleau’s LIV
- Opens: 9:30 pm
- DJ: Tiësto
- General Admission: $89.82 (female), $179.65 (male)
- Expedited Admission: $239.53
- Table Reservations**: Starting at $7,500
Best Nightclubs For Bottle Service On A Budget
If you want a table for New Year’s Eve without breaking the bank, check out venues with a table share experience.
Hakkasan, TAO, Marquee, and Jewel are all offering this option for NYE 2025. You’ll have to share a space with people you don’t know, but you’ll save thousands of dollars.
Best Places To Watch The Fireworks
Omnia is an excellent choice to watch the fireworks, but you can only see them from their outside terrace.
If you want to be on the Las Vegas Strip, one of my favorite bars is Beer Park. Prices currently start at $250 for NYE, and you’ll have a phenomenal view from there. (Heads up! Beer Park tends to sell out fast.)
Another option for a great party is the Legacy Club at Circa in downtown Las Vegas. With a reservation here, you’ll have a phenomenal view from the 60th floor. And you’ll see the displays from all over the valley.
Just keep in mind that the Legacy Club is more of a lounge than a nightclub.
Circa’s Legacy Club has couches and fire pits available for reserved tables. So you’ll stay warm and cozy while watching the fireworks. There’s also inside seating available for reservations.
Legacy Club NYE tables are priced similarly to a nightclub, with a minimum spend required for each table. And after midnight, you can head down to Fremont Street, where the party continues.
Tips For A Stress-Free New Year’s Eve Club Experience
- The Las Vegas Strip closes early on New Year’s Eve (usually 5 pm). This means there won’t be any Ubers, Lyfts, taxis, or other cars allowed on Las Vegas Blvd until it re-opens. If you want to arrive on The Strip after 5 pm, you’ll need to get to the hotels via their back entrances.
- Almost always, Uber and Lyft are the transportation of choice. These usually offer the most competitive pricing. However, this may not be the case on New Year’s Eve, especially if you need to get somewhere during peak travel times. Check your apps for a cost estimate before confirming your pick-up because it may be worth it to take a taxi instead.
- If you take Uber or Lyft, ensure you’re at the pick-up location BEFORE calling for a ride. Rideshare services tend to cancel quickly on holidays if you’re not where you’re supposed to be.
- Guard your purses and wallets when walking on The Strip or partying in the clubs. Holidays are notorious for theft, so keep a watchful eye, and you should be fine.
Happy New Year!
*Additional fees may apply.
**For VIP tables, all clubs charge approximately 40% on top of the minimum spend for the venue/admin fee, tax, and tip. You’ll want to add this percentage to get an estimate of the total amount you’ll pay.
