Where are you celebrating New Year’s Eve? From fireworks illuminating the night sky to bars and pubs full of revelers who are ready to welcome 2026 with open arms, the celebration in Colorado Springs won’t stop until the early hours of the morning.
Whether you want to spend New Year’s Eve at a black-tie affair, make it a day with the kids or kick back on the couch, there’s a way for everyone to say goodbye to 2025 and hello 2026! Here’s a long list of options to choose from. Find your style of fun and ring in the new year.
New Year’s Eve Galas in Colorado Springs
Broadmoor New Year’s Eve Bash
This is the Broadmoor’s funky, high-energy dance party held in the International Center. There’s a cash bar, DJ and complimentary champagne toast at midnight. The party is recommended for 18 and older. Dress is resort casual with some dress code guidelines. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. and dancing kicks off at 9 p.m.
Broadmoor Colorado Hall
$80
broadmoor.com
New Year’s Eve Bash at Phil Long Music Hall
Dress to impress in your finest formal attire and rock into the new year at Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers. The evening includes dinner, a champagne toast and party music by Disco Revue and Tim Glenn.
Phil Long Music Hall
$50+
phillongmusichall.com
ViewHouse Rhinestone Rodeo New Year’s Eve
Saddle up for the sparkliest night of the year at ViewHouse’s Rhinestone Rodeo. The high-energy glam-meets-country party features live band SofaKillers and live DJ Gaston spinning all night long. The dance party goes 7 p.m. to 2 a.m., with a festive dinner buffet (call for reservations), plus a complimentary midnight champagne toast.
ViewHouse Colorado Springs
$30-$80
viewhouse.com
Philharmonic New Year’s Eve: Rhapsody in Blue
The Colorado Springs Philharmonic’s annual concert is one of the Springs’ longest-running New Year’s celebrations, and there are performances on Dec. 30 and 31. Toast to the past; revel in the present; and be inspired for the adventures of the new year with Gershwin’s timeless masterpiece: Rhapsody in Blue. This year features pianist Clayton Stephenson and soprano Hallie Schmidt.
Pikes Peak Center
Starting at $39
csphilharmonic.org
NYE Dance Parties and Live Music
New Year’s Eve Bar Crawl
Hit 8+ parties and exclusive drink specials with one all-access ticket. Venues include COATI, Azteca Urbano, Atomic Cowboy, Jack Quinn’s, Illegal Pete’s, Supernova, Dos Dos and more to come. This multi-party starts at 8 p.m. and goes till 2 a.m.
Downtown
Early bird tickets start at $19.
nasstive.com
Collective Groove New Year’s Eve at Stargazers
Dance into 2026 to a funk-soul groove with favorite songs from The Temptations, Chicago, Prince, Bruno Mars and more at this annual New Year’s Eve Dance Party at Stargazers Theatre. There’s a classic champagne toast at midnight. But It’s a different and more affordable format this year with general seating and a la carte food and drinks.
Stargazers Theatre
$28
stargazerstheatre.com
Boogie Nights NYE Disco Party at Lulu’s
Step back in time to the ’70s for a groovy New Year’s Eve party featuring disco, funk and soul DJ beats. Strap on your boogie shoes and get ready to get down all night long at Lulu’s Downstairs. Costumes are highly encouraged. “Interactivities” include a surprise trinket machine, photo stations, temporary tattoo parlor, custom SWAG, prepaid postcards, Anonymous Phone Booth and take home souvenirs.
Lulu’s Downstairs
$31
lulusdownstairs.com
New Year’s Eve at COATI
COATI is throwing down a night of glitz, glam and mayhem meant to be unforgettable. Expect a rebellious, neon-lit celebration packed with craft cocktails, wild energy and all the mischief your last night of the year deserves. As they say, “This is not your typical countdown. This is a full-send into 2026.”
COATI Uprise
$20+
coatiuprise.com
NYE with Patchwork Jack, Mike Clark & Friends at the Armadillo Ranch
Roll into the new year with the ‘dillos. Of course there’s live music till 1 a.m. — excellent live music by local standouts Patchwork Jack and Mike Clark with Alex Koshak and Cole Halverson. There’s a free champagne toast at midnight.
Armadillo Ranch
$10
manitouarmadilloranch.com
New Year’s Eve Bash at Buffalo Lodge
This New Year’s party runs on New York time with a Times Square ball drop and champagne toast at 10 p.m. The celebration kicks off with a free Family Contra Dance from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Grapefruit Moon will play live music 8-11 p.m. There’s also champagne on hand to raise a glass with and toast the New Year in style, and Pizza Paul’s Perfect Pies food truck serving outside.
Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort
Free
@BuffaloLodgeBicycleResort
New Year’s Eve Block Party
Go clubbing in the heart of downtown as Colorado Springs’ ultimate block party extends to five clubs: the Mansion, Gasoline Alley, Cowboys, Red and Blondie’s on New Year’s Eve. One ticket gives access to all the parties with a champagne toast at midnight and a balloon drop at Cowboys and the Mansion.
Colorado Springs Nightclubs, Downtown
$23
csnightclubs.com
A Royal Cosmic New Year Celebration
Put on your Celestial Royalty wardrobe — think metallics, sequins, crowns, wings and bold cosmic couture — and step into a cosmic New Year where royal luxury meets intergalactic fantasy at La Burla Bee. Bunny Bee and Romeo Uncaged will host the sultry 21+ cabaret that includes live performances, DJ dancing, cocktails and more. Food and a champagne toast are included in your ticket. The party goes from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
La Burla Bee
$81
laburlabee.com
SoapDish NYE Party at Tony’s
Cheap beer, friendly crowds. Tony’s knows how to throw a party. SoapDish will play live, setting the groove from the 80s to now.
Tony’s Bar
Tony’s Bar Facebook
New Year’s Eve Bash at The Whiskey Rose
Kick up your boots with live music and line dancing all night long. There’s a special midnight toast included.
The Whiskey Rose
$19
@whiskeyrosecolorado
Sober New Year’s Eve Celebrations
Nowhere to Wear It NYE Party at Gratitude
You know that special dress or onesie or jacket or kilt that just hangs in your closet waiting to be worn? Here’s your chance to break it out at Gratitude. DJ Kitty South will be spinning tunes. Gratitude will be serving its elevated zero-proof drinks and kava. Good times will be had, and you’ll be able to remember them in the morning.
Gratitude
@gratitudecos
Glen Eyrie New Year’s Eve Gala
Ring in the New Year at Glen Eyrie with an evening of elegance and excitement. This alcohol-free event features live classic jazz by the Gentle Rain Band (all retired members of the Air Force Academy Band), dancing and a grand gala feast. Overnight guests can get optimal views of the AdAmAn Club’s famous fireworks with an optional half-mile hike. Add a room in the Castle to stay the night and enjoy breakfast and a late checkout on Jan. 1. NOTE: This gala is now sold out.
Glen Eyrie Castle
$140
gleneyrie.org
NYE All Night Galas and Hotel Stays
Broadmoor New Year’s Eve Gala
Get your tickets for the Broadmoor’s traditional black-tie optional New Year’s Eve Dinner and Gala in Broadmoor Hall. The elegant affair includes a five-course meal and music by The Broadmoor Pops. At midnight, welcome 2025 with champagne and a balloon drop.
If you want your own five-star room when the party’s done, book a New Year’s Eve Gala Package, with rates starting at $1,072 for double occupancy, including your dinner and entertainment.
Broadmoor Hall
$340
broadmoor.com
New Year’s Eve Party at the Aviator
Ring in the New Year at the Hotel Polaris’ rooftop bar. Celebrate under the stars with a stunning mountain view, elevated cocktails, music and mingling and a chef-curated buffet. There’s a midnight toast and party till 1 a.m. The buffet is 5-9 p.m. with music and dancing till 1 a.m. Make it an all-night celebration by booking a room with a Colorado resident rate.
The Aviator at Hotel Polaris
$150
thehotelpolaris.com
New Year’s Eve at the Mining Exchange Hotel
Check in, dress up, and slink down the stairwell to Golden Hour and decadent bites at Oro. The Mining Exchange’s package for two includes dinner, dessert, and a room for the night. Close out 2025 and toast to new beginnings with midnight Champagne at Golden Hour.
Mining Exchange Hotel
$500 for two
miningexchangehotel.com
Winter Wonderland New Year’s Eve Gala
The Winter Wonderland New Year’s Eve Gala at Garden of the Gods Resort and Club includes a black-tie evening of dancing set against one of the city’s most stunning views. The gala is hosted as a fundraiser for the Colorado Springs Chapter of The Links, and attendees are eligible for a discounted rates for an overnight stay at the resort.
Garden of the Gods Resort and Club
$175
coloradospringslinksinc.org
Festive Food and Drinks for New Year’s Eve
Royal Gorge New Year’s Eve Dinner Train
Get on the right track for the New Year. The First-Class New Year’s Eve Dinner Train includes a multi-course prix-fixe meal, a glass of sparkling wine and the beauty of the Royal Gorge at night. It departs at 12:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. You can choose a more casual experience on the 12:30, 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. trains as well.
Royal Gorge Route Railroad
$99-204 per person
royalgorgeroute.com
NYE Studio 54 Dinner at Ephemera
Step into the sparkle of Studio 54 for Ephemera’s exclusive seven-course tasting set to the golden age of disco. Wear your sequins, satin, metallics, bell bottoms — channel your inner Elton John, Grace Jones or Andy Warhol. This community-style dinner has two seatings, 5:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., but don’t sleep on these tickets.
Ephemera
$174
@ephemeradinners
New Year’s Eve at Roth’s Sea and Steak
Roth’s will celebrate its first New Year’s Eve with an elevated seven-course tasting menu, crafted specially for the occasion. Choose from two seatings at 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and savor the exquisite culinary journey.
Roth’s Sea and Steak
$175+
rothsseaandsteak.com
NYE at Ryze Skyline Lounge
Want a prime view of the AdAmAn fireworks over Pikes Peak — with craft cocktails and a champagne toast? Make your reservation at Ryze. Each guest will receive a complimentary glass of sparkling wine for a midnight toast. Order from the traditional menu or sample holiday specials curated just for the occasion. Enjoy those rooftop firework views.
New Year’s Eve Wine Dinner at Tapateria
Ring in 2026 with an exquisite six-course wine dinner at Tapateria in Old Colorado City. Indulge in expertly paired dishes and wines for a memorable, intimate New Year’s Eve celebration. Reservations are required.
Tapateria
$99
@TAPAteria
Family-Friendly New Year’s Eve Events
AdAmAn Club Fireworks
It’s a Colorado Springs tradition more than a century old. Once you see the first sign of the mountaineers on Pikes Peak — the flashing of mirrors at timberline — you’ll know the AdAmAn Club is making their final ascent up Pikes Peak. Read about the 103-year-old tradition here. Then grab a seat anywhere in the city with a view of the Peak to see the firework show at 14,115 feet at the stroke of midnight.
Home or wherever you can see Pikes Peak
Free
adaman.org
Pikes Peak AdAmAn VIP Fireworks Event
Want to take your AdAmAn fireworks viewing to the next level — literally? Pikes Peak is offering exclusive nighttime access to the North Slope Recreation Area and Crystal Reservoir, where the iconic New Year’s Eve fireworks show will illuminate the mountain sky. You can even warm up indoors with fireside chats led by AdAmAn members and enjoy hot drinks and food. The family friendly experience offers access from 10:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Electric Safari at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Take the whole family to the zoo to mingle with the inflated, illuminated and real animals at night. There’s a drone light show, interactive activities with animals, hot chocolate and warming stations. And the annual holiday light show is open on New Year’s Eve 5-8:30 p.m.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Non-member tickets $17-$24. Military and senior discounts available. Members are free.
cmzoo.org
