Where to Spend New Years Eve in NYC

New York City has long been synonymous with New Year’s Eve. Thousands of people from all over the world gather in Times Square to see the iconic ball drop, and even more watch from their homes or parties. If you find yourself wanting to celebrate in the city but aren’t necessarily ready to huddle outside on the street all day, PhotoBook has a list of some of the most glamorous places to ring in the New Year! 


Sartiano’s at the Mercer Hotel 

Sartiano’s located at the Mercer Hotel in the heart of SoHo is offering a luxurious Italian five course meal for those looking for a more formal celebration of the New Year. The menu, composed by Executive Chef Chris Lewens, is priced at $195 a person and includes a taste of the fine Italian dining the restaurant is known for. To reserve a spot at the first seating at 5pm visit this link, and visit this link for the second seating at 8:30pm. 


Sake No Hana 

Take a trip downtown to the Lower East Side to Sake No Hana where a New York twist on Japanese classics awaits. Choose from à la carte seating all night or celebration seating starting at 9pm with a live DJ and party favors and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight to ring in 2024. Make your reservations on their website here


The Highlight Room at Moxy LES

Staying in the Lower East Side, The Highlight Room at Moxy LES is offering a 4 hour complimentary bar from 9pm-1am, a midnight champagne toast, and passed hors d’oeuvres with tickets starting at $50 a person. Celebrate the New Year 16 stories above the city with floor-to-ceiling windows for an unparalleled view of the skyline. Book your tickets here


Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge

Want to be closer to the action of the iconic ball drop? The Magic Hour Rooftop Bar and Lounge is the place to be! The rooftop is currently decked out in neon accents and pink trees for a Barbiecore ski lodge aesthetic. With a 4 hour complimentary bar and champagne toast at midnight starting at $40 a ticket, you’ll definitely want to make sure you book in advance here


Silver Lining Lounge

For a more intimate evening, the Silver Lining Lounge is pairing their 4 hour complimentary bar with live music. The lively atmosphere of a sophisticated piano lounge with paired with specialty cocktails inspired by moments in in film and music make this spot perfect for an artsy New Yorker looking for a unique way to ring in the New Year. Make sure you grab a ticket here!


Article & Tearsheets by Skylar Elizabeth, Editorial Assistant, PhotoBook Magazine
Opening Tearsheet by Chenglin Qu, Graphic Design Intern, PhotoBook Magazine

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