Ways to Ring in 2024 Buffalo-Style
The countdown is on. There’s only a few days left to solidify your New Year’s Eve plans. Guess that means the pressure is on, too. Your Instagram & TikTok need to make it look like you had the best New Year’s Eve ever at 12:05 a.m. on January 1. So how do you accomplish that feat? Grab some family and friends, and plan on ringing in 2023 at one of these events.
Buffalo Ball Drop & Fireworks
The City of Buffalo Ball Drop & Fireworks at Roosevelt Plaza, which is the second-largest New Year’s Eve celebration in New York State, will takes place at the Electric Tower near Roosevelt Plaza and will include a fireworks display and live music by Strictly Hip and saxophonist Will Holton beginning at 10pm.
WHEN: Dec. 31, 2023 at 10pm
WHERE: Roosevelt Plaza (near Main & Huron Streets), Buffalo, NY
More info: Buffalo Ball Drop & Fireworks
Countdown to Noon at Explore & More
For the children (and parents) who can’t make it to midnight, join Explore & More, the Ralph C. Wilson Children’s Museum for Countdown to Noon! The museum will be counting down to 2024 at noon during this one-of-a-kind New Year’s Eve celebration. It’ll be a New Year’s family-friendly day at Explore & More with magic, crafts, music, and snacks, ending with a countdown to our 12:00pm bubble drop.
WHEN: Dec. 31, 2023 from 12pm-3pm
WHERE: Explore & More, 130 Main St, Buffalo, NY
More info: Countdown to Noon at Explore & More
First Night Buffalo (online event)
2023 marks the 36th anniversary of First Night Buffalo, and you can join them to celebrate! Back by popular demand, this annual tradition is still offering family-friendly activities for all ages – the First Night team boxed it all up into a Party Pack that you can use to celebrate in your own living room!
Follow First Night online on December 31st to see videos of your favorite First Night performers – magicians, jugglers, exotic animal appearances and much more, there is certainly something for everyone. Purchase a party pack for an interactive experience – have your own disco party, learn how to make your own balloon animals, magic card tricks and so much more!
WHEN: Dec. 31, 2023
WHERE: firstnightbuffalo.com
More info: First Night Buffalo
Statler Buffalo’s Centennial New Year’s Eve Party
Get your tickets to Statler Buffalo’s Centennial New Year’s Eve Party for a once-in-a-lifetime celebration marking 100 years of unforgettable memories. Including its own small scale ball drop and midnight champagne toast, the centennial party will also feature complimentary hors d’oeuvres and desserts by Chef Adrian Bylewski from Cast & Coal Woodfire Kitchen, and music by Mayday & DJ Spooky Stephen. This event is 21+ and tickets begin at $130.
WHEN: Dec. 31, 2023 from 8pm-1am
WHERE: Statler Buffalo, 107 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY
More info: Statler Buffalo’s Centennial New Year’s Eve Party
Salvatore’s New Year’s in Hollywood
Choose your most alluring vintage Hollywood outfit for this grand evening compliments of Salvatore’s Hospitality. Enjoy an open bar with premium liquor, hors d’oeuvres, charcuterie, and your choice of filet mignon or chicken florentine dinner, live music from Big City Horns 9-piece band, and a champagne toast with hats and horns. This event is 21+ and tickets begin at $194.
WHEN: Dec. 31, 2023 from 6:30pm-1am
WHERE: Bellamore Ballroom at Salvatore’s, 6461 Transit Rd, Depew, NY
More info: Salvatore’s New Year’s in Hollywood
Salvatore’s New Year’s Disco
Another event by Salvatore’s Hospitality, dance the night away at this disco extravaganza! Enjoy a six-hour open bar, hors d’oeuvres, dining stations including some of Salvatore’s finest foods, dessert, a champagne toast and, of course, the best tunes from the 1970s.
WHEN: Dec. 31, 2023 from 7pm-1am
WHERE: Salvatore’s Venetian Ballroom, 6461 Transit Rd, Depew, NY
More info: Salvatore’s New Year’s Disco
Even More NYE Events Around Town
NYE at 42 North
WHEN: Dec. 31, 2023 at 8pm
WHERE: 42 North Brewing Company, 25 Pine St, East Aurora, NY
More info: NYE at 42 North
Midnight in Ireland at Buffalo Irish Center with The Taverners
WHEN: Dec. 31. 2023 from 5pm-8pm (midnight in Ireland)
WHERE: Buffalo Irish Center, 245 Abbott Rd, Buffalo, NY
More info: Midnight in Ireland at Buffalo Irish Center with The Taverners
NYE Silent Disco at Buffalo Iron Works
WHEN: Dec. 31. 2023 at 9pm
WHERE: Buffalo Iron Works, 49 Illinois St, Buffalo, NY
More info: NYE Silent Disco at Buffalo Iron Works
Brew Year’s Eve at Buffalo Riverworks
WHEN: Dec. 31. 2023 from 8pm-1am
WHERE: Buffalo Riverworks, 359 Ganson St, Buffalo, NY
More info: Brew Year’s Eve at Buffalo Riverworks
NYE at Community Beer Works
WHEN: Dec. 31, 2023 from 9pm-2am
WHERE: Community Beer Works, 520 7th St, Buffalo, NY
More info: NYE at Community Beer Works
New Year’s Eve at Hartman’s
WHEN: Dec. 31, 2023 at 8pm
WHERE: Hartman’s Distilling, 55 Chicago St, Buffalo, NY
More info: New Year’s Eve at Hartman’s
Midnight in Munich at Hofbrauhaus Buffalo
WHEN: Dec. 31, 2023 from 4pm-7pm (midnight in Munich)
WHERE: Hofbrauhaus Buffalo, 190 Scott St, Buffalo, NY
More info: Midnight in Munich at Hofbrauhaus Buffalo
A New Year’s Eve Monster Ball at The Merry Shelley
WHEN: Dec. 31, 2023 at 6pm
WHERE: The Merry Shelley, 1122 Hertel Ave, Buffalo, NY
More info: A New Year’s Eve Monster Ball at The Merry Shelley
New Year’s Eve Karaoke at Milkie’s
WHEN: Dec. 31, 2023 at 8pm
WHERE: Milkie’s on Elmwood, 522 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo, NY
More info: New Year’s Eve Karaoke at Milkie’s
New Year’s Eve Affair (Spies & Villains) at the Terrace
WHEN: Dec. 31, 2023 at 8pm
WHERE: The Terrace at Delaware Park, 199 Lincoln Pkwy, Buffalo, NY
More info: New Year’s Eve Affair (Spies & Villains) at the Terrace
New Year’s Eve at Wayland Brewing
WHEN: Dec. 31, 2023 at 8:30pm
WHERE: Wayland Brewing, 3740 North Buffalo St, Orchard Park, NY
More info: New Year’s Eve at Wayland Brewing
