New Year’s Eve in Dallas

NYE at the Reunion Tower

Fireworks, mouthwatering eats, and live music are some of the features of this New Year’s Eve event at Reunion Tower. Marvel at an array of fireworks that will light up the night sky in Downtown Dallas, including thousands of pyrotechnic special effects. Glowing LED light displays and 300 drones will glow in the air with breathtaking colors. Don’t miss indulging in a prix fixe dinner at the Crown Block restaurant, which is located inside the Reunion Tower. After the meal, head to the Crown Room Gala Party, where you can watch the fireworks show from inside the building and groove to infectious beats.

New Year’s Eve with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra

Be immersed in rich sounds and moving harmonies with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. This special event features a wide range of songs and genres, ranging from Johannes Brahm’s Hungarian Dances to Henry Mancini’s Moon River. Enhance your symphony outing with a four-course dinner in the concert lobby before the show. Enjoy delectable sweet treats and a champagne toast during the intermission reception.

New Year’s Day 5K & Fun Run

Begin your resolutions on New Year’s Day with an exciting outdoor adventure. The New Year’s Day 5K and Fun Run feature a 5K race and a one-mile journey on the Santa Fe Trail. Sign up for this heart-pumping excursion and enjoy rewards such as a commemorative long sleeve shirt and a finisher medal. This event includes a post-race brunch at White Rock Alehouse and Brewery, featuring a pass for breakfast tacos, mimosas, and beers for participants who are 21 years of age or older.

Dallas Zoo Lights

Wildlife aficionados and holiday enthusiasts will enjoy attending the Dallas Zoo Lights on New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day. Stroll through immersive light displays and glimmering installations. Spot luminiscent sculptures of different species and wander through exhibits that showcase animals from around the world. With around 60 animal lanterns and a light show that’s synchronized to festive tunes, this Zoo trip is a must-visit destination around the New Year’s weekend.

The Trains at NorthPark Center

After completing your shopping list at NorthPark Center, bring your little ones to a miniature train exhibit and admire intricately made locomotive models. Watch toy-sized trains travel across the country with a scenic backdrop. Follow these locomotive toys as they stop by Dallas while making their way from the eastern part of the U.S. to the west coast. Proceeds from this event benefit and support the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas.

SNOWDAY at Galleria Dallas

Looking for an additional mall outing? With open hours on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, Galleria Dallas features the captivating SNOWDAY experience, offering plenty of Instagram-worthy opportunities during these special winter occassions. Enjoy festive picture opportunities with your loved ones and have your senses enraptured by awe-inspiring holiday-themed rooms. Walk through a mirror maze with vivid lights, or soar through space as a member of Santa’s helper team. Pose in front of charming decorations and meet a North Pole-like elf during your adventure.

Mezzanotte: New Year’s Eve Celebration at Eataly Dallas

Visit Eatlay Dallas at NorthPark Center and place an Italian spin on your New Year’s celebrations. Delight your taste buds with a curated selection of Italian wines and scrumptious eats. Grab a taste of Italy with flavorful dishes such as risotto, meatballs, and salumi. Make it a memorable New Year’s outing by heading to the onsite wine bottle engraver and face painting booth.

Restaurants with Special New Year’s Eve Offerings

Discover various dining options that cater to various tastes and palates for New Year’s Eve, including live music and holiday menu specials. Here are just a few of the Dallas-based restaurants that are offering New Year’s Eve dinners:

• Knox Bistro - Enjoy a three-course dinner that includes French dumplings, baked oysters, and a chocolate-hazlenut cake.
• Saint Ann Restaurant & Bar - Caramelized onion tarts, gnocchi, and chocolate fondue are some of the delectable New Year’s items at this restaurant.
• Le Bilboquet - This charming French bistro is tailoring the New Year’s menu with flavorful dishes such as lobster risotto, cajun chicken, and mushroom soup.