Las Vegas Clubs New Year’s Eve: The Essential Guide

Here we go again! It’s hard to believe 2020 is almost over, and 2021 is already upon us. So if you haven’t decided on what to do for NYE yet, this Las Vegas Clubs’ New Year’s Eve guide is for you!

If you ask us, there’s no better way to ring in 2021 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 nightclub scene can be rough on New Year’s. So that’s why we’re here to help you out. We’ve compiled everything you need to know to ring in the New Year at a Vegas club!

Las Vegas Clubs Guide For New Year’s Eve 2020

In this primer, you’ll learn:

1. How to get inside a Vegas nightclub on New Year’s night
2. How much tickets and bottle service cost at all Vegas nightclubs
3. The DJ or performer at each club
4. The nightclubs that offer the best New Year’s Eve ticket and bottle service deals
5. Our club picks for bottle service on a budget
6. The clubs that offer a prime viewing location of the fireworks show
7. Our tips for a stress-free New Year’s Eve clubbing 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 get bottle service.

Unlike other nights in Vegas, there won’t be any guest list reservations, as this is one of the busiest days of the year.

Tickets

Unless you’re purchasing table service, you’ll need to buy 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! Also, prices are known to go up as New Year’s approaches.

The best way to get a general admission ticket is to buy them directly from the club’s website before New Year’s Eve.

Waiting until NYE carries significant risks as the club 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, then we 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 once the club reaches capacity, they won’t let anyone else inside the venue.

So even if you’ve purchased a ticket, but you show up later than the “arrive by” time, you may not get in. It’s a good idea to check the fine print on your ticket, so you’ll know what time to arrive for guaranteed entry.

For your convenience, we’ve listed these times for each club below. Please note that times may be subject to change.

Bottle Service At Las Vegas Clubs On New Year’s Eve

If you’re getting bottle service at a club, then you won’t have to pay for a general admission ticket. (Your bottle service reservation gets you inside the club for free.)

But, keep in mind that the cost of bottle service during New Year’s isn’t inexpensive. For example, it’s often double the price of what you’d pay on any other day of the year.

And on this night, the clubs strictly adhere to the maximum number of people allowed at each table.

For instance, if you book a table at Hakkasan for eight guests, then a host will only escort eight people into the club. Alternatively, the venue may increase the minimum spend to accommodate the extra person. Or the club may charge a cover for the additional guest.

Like general admission tickets, bottle service pricing goes up the closer it gets to New Year’s Eve. In short, the sooner you book, the better the price.

Where To Go: Vegas Nightclub NYE Summary

Listed below are all Las Vegas nightclub options for ringing in the new year. We’ve included the club open and arrive by times, DJs, performers, tickets, and table prices.

To make picking out your NYE club even easier, we’ve also identified which clubs are offering the best deals.

Apex Social Club at Palms

• Club Opens: N/A
• Entertainment: N/A
• Tickets: N/A
• Bottle Service*: N/A

Chateau Nightclub at the Paris Hotel

LONGEST OPEN BAR

Chateau and Beer Park have teamed up for NYE 2021. These two venues are located next to each other at the Paris hotel, and you can get bottle service at either place.

Beer Park is a bar & grill that overlooks the strip and features party games. It’s also an excellent option if you’re looking for a nightclub alternative.

You can’t go wrong with either of these venues, as both spots have spectacular views of the fireworks show. You may want to bring a coat, though, as you’ll be spending most of the night outside.

• Club Opens: N/A
• Entertainment: N/A
• Chateau Nightclub NYE Tickets: N/A
• Beer Park Individual Outdoor Bar Seating: N/A
• Chateau & Beer Park NYE Bottle Service*: N/A

Drai’s Nightclub at The Cromwell

Drai’s After Hours transforms into a socially distant lounge for NYE.

• Arrive By: N/A
• Performer: N/A
• Tickets: N/A
• Bottle Service*: N/A

Encore Beach Club At Night (Encore Hotel)

• Club Opens: N/A
• Arrive By: N/A
• Performer: N/A
• General Admission Tickets: N/A
• VIP Expedited Entry Tickets: N/A
• Bottle Service*: N/A

Hakkasan Nightclub at MGM Grand

• Club Opens: N/A
• Arrive By: N/A
• Performer: N/A
• Presale Tickets: N/A
• Bottle Service*: N/A

Jewel Nightclub at Aria

• Club Opens: N/A
• Arrive By: N/A
• Performer: N/A
• Tickets: N/A
• Bottle Service*: N/A

Light Nightclub at Mandalay Bay

BEST VALUE BOTTLE SERVICE FOR A HIP-HOP CLUB

• Club Opens: N/A
• Arrive By: N/A
• Performer: N/A
• Tickets: N/A
• Bottle Service*: N/A

Marquee Nightclub at The Cosmopolitan

Marquee Nightclub has transformed into a socially distant lounge for NYE. The venue offers bottle service reservations only.

• Club Opens: N/A
• Arrive By: N/A
• Entertainment: N/A
• Tickets: N/A
• Bottle Service*: N/A

 Omnia Nightclub at Caesar’s Palace

• Club Opens: N/A
• Arrive by: N/A
• DJ: N/A
• Presale Tickets (entry only): N/A
• Omnia Bottle Service*: N/A

TAO Nightclub at The Venetian

TAO Nightclub offers a socially distant lounge for NYE. Bottle service reservations only.

• Arrive By: N/A
• Performer: N/A
• Tickets: N/A
• Bottle Service*: N/A

XS Nightclub at Encore

XS Nightclub has transformed into a socially distant lounge for NYE. Table service reservations only.

• Club opens: N/A
• Arrive by: N/A
• Entertainment: N/A
• Under the Stars Ticket (outside only): N/A
• All Access Ticket (includes main room): N/A
• Bottle Service: N/A

Best Clubs For Bottle Service On A Budget

If you want to get a table for New Year’s Eve without breaking the bank, check out Light or Chateau Nightclub.

Additionally, for a mid-range price point, you may want to consider Marquee or TAO.

Best Nightclubs To Watch The Fireworks

Chateau is a top club to watch the fireworks. You’ll get to see Caesars Palace’s fireworks and also experience a show above you from the top of the Paris hotel.

Another fantastic option is at Apex Social Club. At this club, you’ll ring in the new year from the 55th floor of the Palms hotel. Be sure to head out to the patio a few minutes before midnight to watch the shows. You’ll get to see multiple hotels shoot off fireworks from their rooftops.

Omnia and Marquee are also excellent choices for fireworks, but you can only see them from the patios.

And although Lavo won’t be operating as a club on New Year’s Eve, you can still make a dinner reservation. There are three available seating times: 5 pm, 7 pm, and 9:30 pm.

Lavo’s terrace is an excellent viewing location for the fireworks, too. And you’ll also get complimentary admission to TAO Nightclub after midnight.

(If you’d like to go to Lavo Party Brunch, the club will be open on Saturday, December 28th, and Monday, December 30th.)

Tips For A Stress-Free New Year’s Eve Club Experience

• On New Year’s Eve, The Strip closes early (usually 5 pm). This means that 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, Ubers and Lyfts are the transportation of choice. These 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. It may just pay to take a taxi instead.
• If you take Uber or Lyft, make sure 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 if you’re walking on The Strip or even in the clubs. Holidays are notorious for theft, so keep a watchful eye, and you should be just fine.

Happy New Year!

 *For VIP tables, all clubs charge approximately 37% on top of the minimum spend for the venue fee, tax, and tip. You’ll want to add this percentage to calculate the total amount you’ll pay.