It’s the final countdown to the new year — where did the time go? Our city is ranked No.15 on WalletHub’s “Best Cities for New Year’s,” so you can’t miss the chance to celebrate + ring in 2024. Here are six New Year’s Eve happenings around the Alamo City.
Family fun
CelebrateSA | Hemisfair | Sunday, Dec. 31 | 6 p.m.-12 a.m. | The City of San Antonio’s official New Year’s Eve celebration is happening in the heart of the Alamo City and features food + art vendors, carnival games, alcohol available for purchase, and a fireworks show at midnight.
Kids Countdown: Moon Madness | Doseum | Sunday, Dec. 31 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Bring the family and count down to the noon year with face-painting, activities, bites, and a moon drop. Tickets are $25.
The Good Kind Southtown | 1127 S. Saint Mary’s St. | Sunday, Dec. 31 | 6 p.m. | Watch the Tower of the Americas’ firework spectacular at midnight with complimentary bubbles for a toast, swag bags while supplies last, and a full menu available. Tickets are $25 and all ages are welcomed.
Bang for your buck
New Year’s Eve Fiesta | Casa Hernán Mexican Cantina, 411 E. Cevallos St. | Sunday, Dec. 31 | 6 p.m.- 1:30 a.m. | Dance the night away, enjoy specially crafted Mexican cuisine, have a tequila toast at midnight, check out the fireworks from the roof top, and more for $125.
Picks Bar | 4553 N. Loop 1604 W. #1101 | Sunday, Dec. 31 | 7 p.m.-2 a.m. | Show up early for an open bar and buffet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. with live music performances by John Boyd and Passing Strangers. Your $50 ticket also includes a complimentary glass of champagne at midnight.
Thirsty Horse | 2335 NW Military Hwy. | Sunday, Dec. 31 | 7 p.m. | Boot scoot and boogie your way into the New Year with live music from Vinny Tovar, Tylor Brandon, and Love Kill the Hero. Your $10 ticket also includes party favors and a chance to win $100 every 15 minutes.