New Year’s Eve Events in South Bend | NYE Parties & Ball Drop

With the blink of an eye we are welcoming 2025. Grab your friends, your family, your date, and hit the town for these New Year's Eve events! Or "Noon" Year's Eve. The Bend has something for everyone. Check back for updates as events are added through December.

New Year's at Noon | Dec. 29

"For the morning people and the day drinkers!" Join Bar Louie in ringing in the new year when you want to. Doors open at 10 a.m. There will be a ball drop and champagne toast at noon as well as a DJ from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Noon Year's Eve Party | Dec. 30

A celebration for the kids- head to New Carlisle Public Library for games, crafts, snacks and more at noon.

Scottish New Year's Eve Celebration | Dec. 31

Fiddler's Hearth kicks off the celebration at 6 p.m. as the New Year arrives in Scotland. The party includes live Scottish folk music, bagpipers, party favors and a "midnight" toast at 7 p.m. Happy Hogmanay!

New Year's Eve Drone Show | Dec. 31

Glide through Howard Park's rolling hills, warm up with cozy hot cocoa, and experience the drone light show illuminating the night sky at 7 p.m. Perfect for families, friends, and anyone looking for a unique way to welcome the New Year.

New Year's Eve at Cloud Walking | Dec. 31

Call dibs on Cloud Walking's 90's themed House Party with music by Que Love, Game Cube, and a tasty breakfast inspired menu of food and drinks. It's guaranteed to be off thie hizzy! Doors open at 8:30 p.m.

Latin Dance New Year's Eve | Dec. 31

Dance in the New Year with South Bend Latin Dance New Year's Eve at Generations AdventurePlex. Enjoy a night of dinner, DJs, dance lessons and more. Doors open at 8:30 p.m.

NYE Party at the Garage Arcade Bar | Dec. 31

Good vibes, great drinks and lots of sparkles are promised at the Garage Arcade Bar's NYE Party. Starting at 9 p.m., music, dancing, and shot and drink specials will keep the party going through the big celebration at midnight.

New Year's Eve Celebration at Four Winds Casino | Dec. 31

Four Winds South Bend is hosting a Tropical New Year's Eve Party at Ribbon Town Conference and Event Center from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Guests can enjoy dancing, party favors, hors d'oeuvres, and a cash bar with drink specials. Live entertainment will be provided by Blammo.

NYE Dance Party at Edgewater Café | Dec. 31

Dance your way to Edgewater Café in Four Winds Casino for their NYE Dance Party, taking place from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Party favors, hors d'oeuvres, drink specials and live entertainment from DJ Gino J will be a part of the festivities.

New Year's Eve Celebration at Bar Louie | Dec. 31

Head over to Bar Louie for their New Year's Celebration including a DJ and a ball drop with a champagne toast at midnight. The party goes from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

New Year's Eve Masquerade at R Bar | Dec. 31

Get your masks and join R Bar for their masquerade party and drag show, starting at 10 p.m.

New Year's Day Hike at Lydick Bog | Jan. 1

Start off the new year by hiking with Shirley Heinze Land Trust. Starting at 10 a.m., local ecologist Steve Sass will lead you through the winter wonderland of Lydick Bog.