The Land of the Sky is ready to ring in the New Year with style, sparkle, and plenty of Champagne. Here’s where you should be counting down to the new year.
Make a plan, sit back, and enjoy the rest of your holidays knowing your New Year’s Eve in Asheville is set.
Get the party started
NYE Jazz Jubilee | 4:30 p.m.-12 a.m. | Fitz and the Wolfe | $30+ | Ring in the new year under dim lights with a 70s flair -- pick the earlier twilight countdown or the classic midnight countdown and get the party started.
Mother & Sauna House NYE Party | 5-10 p.m. | MOTHER bakery & cafe | $80+ | Enjoy a relaxed sauna and cold plunge session before heading next door to Mother for all-you-can-eat heavy hors d’oeuvres and an open wine bar.
Antidote NYE Party | 5 p.m.-1 a.m. | Antidote at Chemist Spirits | $20 | Start the year in style with live jazz, a local DJ, cocktails, charcuterie + desserts — early 1900s flare is encouraged.
Early NYE Pajama Party | 6-10 p.m. | The Whale | Free | Throw down early so you can be asleep by the time the ball drops — countdowns are at 7, 8, and 9 p.m. across The Whale’s three locations.
Phish Watch Party: NYE live from MSG + Champagne Toast | 7 p.m. | Third Room | $10+ | The venue’s 270° of projection mapping around the room will make you feel like you’re at MSG.
NYE Comedy with Caleb Synan | 7 p.m. | The Funkatorium | $20+ | The LA comic has performed on Conan and Last Comic Standing, and now he’s headed to AVL for a holiday show.
New Year’s Eve Board Game Party | 10 p.m. | Well Played Board Game Cafe | $50 | Your ticket includes a game pass, Champagne or sparkling juice toast, an appetizer or dessert, and a board game to take home.
Festive feasts
New Year’s Eve Dinner at Bargello | 5-9 p.m. | Bargello | Indulge in a four-course prix-fixe Mediterranean dinner.
Jargon’s New Year’s Eve 5-Course Dinner Celebration | 5-10:30 p.m. | Jargon | $150 | This elevated five-course dinner features hits like hamachi crudo and lobster agnolotti -- plus, there are vegan and gluten-free options.
Cúrate Pintxo Party | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Events by Cúrate - La Bodega | $ | Ring in the new year at on Spanish time at 6 p.m. with pinxtos, a raw bar, and decadent desserts.
Count down at a concert
Billy Jonas Band “Welcome the New Year!” Family Concert | 12 p.m. | The Grey Eagle | $13.56+ | The whole fam will be delighted by the music made with plenty of homemade percussion.
New Year’s Eve with ELECTRO LUST | 8 p.m. | The Grey Eagle | $27 | Dance into the new year with a soundtrack of bumpin’ beats and brass.
The Avett Brothers | 8:30 p.m. | Harrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville | The Americana band will be joined by The Infamous Stringdusters for their special New Year’s Eve show.
RJD2 | 9 p.m. | The Orange Peel | $46 | Ring in the new year in style, dancing to electronica and instrumental hip hop.
Sneezy with Future Joy NYE Party | 9 p.m. | Asheville Music Hall | $30 | The high-energy, funk fusion bands will electrify the stage.
Reelin’ In The Years | 9 p.m.-1 a.m. | One World Brewing - West Asheville | $20+ | Celebrate with a yacht rock soundtrack, including the music of Steely Dan, Michael McDonald, and Hall and Oates -- bonus: enjoy a free Champagne toast at midnight.
New Year’s Eve at Little Jumbo with the Soul Jazz Revival | 10 p.m.-1 a.m. | Little Jumbo Bar | Free | Soul meets jazz during this lively, groovy celebration.
Make a wellness resolution
New Year’s Eve Intention Setting Practice | 7-9 p.m. | Asheville Yoga Center | $30 | Give your new year’s resolutions a strong start by tuning into yourself, encouraging awareness, and cultivating celebration.
New Year’s Day Resolution Run 5k & 10k | Thursday, Jan. 1 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Pack Square Park | $50+ | After a night of celebration, start your new year’s morning with a race through downtown and the charming surrounding neighborhoods.