New Year's Eve in Southwest Florida
Southwest Florida rings in the new year with fireworks over the water, countdown parties downtown, dinners with a midnight toast, and early "noon year" countdowns for kids who won't make it to midnight.
Here's every New Year's Eve event we think is worth knowing about, sorted by city and date. Each one is checked by a person before it's listed.
New Year's Eve plans start being announced in December, so check back then. The newsletter will tell you when they're here.
Questions
Where can I see New Year's Eve fireworks in SWFL?
Fireworks shows are listed above with their time and place. Most go off at midnight, and some family events have an earlier show.
Are there family-friendly New Year's Eve events?
Yes. Look for "noon year" countdowns and early-evening parties, made for kids who won't stay up until midnight. They're marked "Family-friendly" or "Designed for children" on their listing.
Are there free New Year's Eve events?
Many fireworks shows are free to watch. Parties and dinners are usually ticketed. Free ones are marked "Free" or "Free Entry" on their listing.
How do I get my New Year's Eve event listed?
Send it in on our Submit an event page. It's free, and we review every submission before it goes up.