By The Editors By The Editors | December 9, 2024 | Lifestyle, Feature, Features, Featured,
New Year’s Eve in Aspen is one-of-a-kind. The town lights up with energy as locals and tourists alike prepare to ring in the new year in style. From decadent dinner menus to live music, there is no shortage of options and certainly no reason to stay in this year. Aspen knows how to do New Year's right. Here are the best parties and events in Aspen to ring in 2025!
Starting at 9 p.m., Chase Sapphire Reserve will present A Futuristic Cosmic Voyage New Year's Eve 2025 at The Snow Lodge's Grand Astor Ballroom. Featuring music from superstar DJ and producer David Guetta, the evening will also have food, drinks and a Champagne lounge. 315 E Dean St 81611
Is there a better way to ring in the New Year with food and fun? For whatever the weather, Hotel Jerome has you covered. The NYE celebration stars Braodway sensation Lexi Lawson, where her 12-piece band, dancers and featured vocalists start the New Year on the right foot. Prospect at Hotel Jerome, 330 E Main St., 855.331.7213; 330 E Main St., 855.331.7213
Caviar, lobster, truffles, oh my! As the last meal of the year, you better make it a good one—look no further than Element 47’s New Year’s Eve dinner. Tickets are going fast, so make sure to reserve your spot now—and don’t forget to add on your own wine pairing option. After the feast, join your nearest and dearest at the Dom Perignon Party—New Year’s at The Nell. The event features bottomless Dom Pérignon and top-shelf liquor, sweet and savory bites, speciality cocktails, live music, three venues, a fireworks show and more. 673 E Durant Ave, 970.920.6330
What’s more Aspen than watching the New Year’s fireworks fly over Aspen mountain. Not only are they stunning, but a time-honored tradition that rings in the New Year they best way we know. Although the fireworks start at 8pm, come to the Sister Cities plaza from 12-3pm for hot chocolate, s’mores and a bonfire, and the Aspen Ice Garden from 3-6pm for a free public skate.
At the base of Aspen Mountain, the real party begins. Start your night off at Ajax Tavern with delicious bites from chef de cuisine Oscar Carrasco’s festive menu complete with oysters, king crab, scallops, wagyu, fresh pasta and, of course, delicious desserts. To ring in the festivities, watch the firework show over Aspen Mountain right after your meal to feel not only full—but festive.
Say goodbye to 2024 in style at Aspen’s hottest nightclub, Escobar. From the spaceship-inspired interior to the pulsating dance floor, it is sure to be one of the most energized locations to be this New Year’s Eve. Escobar’s NYE bash features an open bar, special guest DJ, VIP tables and a special champagne toast at midnight. Escobar, 970.414.0524, 426 E Hyman Ave
The Sterling Aspen is the spot to be this New Year's Eve thanks to its iconic party with Sasha. Tickets include an open bar, passed hors d’oeuvres, and bottomless champagne. Tables are available from up to 20 guests and include liquor for the night. 301 E Hopkins Ave Unit 001
The latest entry into the Aspen culinary scene, HaSalon, celebrates its opening and 2025 with a live band and open bar. Expect delectable bites complemented by partying aplenty at this new hotspot. 550 S Spring St, 970.431.0800
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