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Ring in the New Year at Downtown Arlington parties

As 2024 winds down and we gear up for 2025, Downtown Arlington is the place to be for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration. Whether you’re into arcade games, sweet treats, or elegant dining, the heart of Arlington offers something for everyone to welcome the new year in style. 

Cafe Americana  

Those looking for an elevated experience can make their way to Cafe Americana to celebrate. The restaurant will have a 5-course dinner with a complimentary prosecco flute. Two different seatings will be available: 5 to 8 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. 

Live entertainment, including dance showcases and music, will occur during both seatings. Limited seating is available at $105 per person. 

Tickets can be purchased here. The event website will be updated with the menu soon.  

Restaurant506 at The Sanford House 

A luxurious way to spend the night is dining at Restaurant506 at The Sanford House. The restaurant will have a special Prix Fixe menu available for dinner service on the evening of New Year’s Eve. You can find the menu here. 

The dinner costs $150 per person, includes an appetizer, entree and dessert from the fixed menu and includes a complimentary champagne toast. 

 Spots for this dinner are limited. Call 817-801-5541 to make your reservation. 

Cidercade  

Cidercade's highly anticipated annual NYE Party is happening from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.! Ring in 2025 with unlimited play on over 300 retro and modern arcade games, delicious grub, tasty house-made beverages, personal confetti cannons and a midnight toast with champagne-style cider!  

At 6 p.m. on New Year’s Eve, Cidercade Arlington closes to the public, then at 7pm the party begins for VIP Early Access ticketholders and 8 p.m. for General Admission. Dinner is included for all attendees. 

Tickets are $24 for General Admission and $36 for the VIP Package. 

 This event will sell out. Guaranteed. It always does. This event is 21+ only. 

Sugar Bee Sweets Bakery 

For those planning to ring in the new year at home, visit Sugar Bee Sweets Bakery to pick up some delicious goodies like Tuxedo or Champagne-Strawberry cupcakes, as well as pastries for an easy breakfast after the late night. Sugar Bee’s will be open on New Year’s Eve from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and closed New Year's Day. 

No matter where you choose to celebrate, Downtown Arlington’s vibrant atmosphere and friendly businesses guarantees a night to remember. With options ranging from elegant dining to gaming to preordering dessert and staying home, there’s something for every celebration. Gather your friends, make plans and get ready to welcome 2025 in the Downtown Arlington! 

Binions Ice House

Looking for a more laid-back celebration? Binions will have live music by The McGrath Project starting at 9 p.m. Dec. 31. Entry is free and all ages are welcome! 

Have a safe and happy New Year from all of us at Downtown Arlington!