Events
Ring in 2023 in Orange County!
If you are still undecided on what to do on New Year’s Eve this year, then you’re in luck! Our team is here to share some exciting events in Orange County coming soon to you! Take your time on the last day of the year. Make some memories, have fun, and enjoy!
Disneyland Resort | Anaheim
Celebrate the start of the new year at the happiest place for things to do in Orange County: joyous fireworks, inspiring music, and much more. It’s the ideal method to mark fresh starts! There will be six courses of “Napa-style” dining, dancing, and a Champagne toast to celebrate the countdown to midnight at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel’s Restaurant, The Napa Rose.
Knott’s Berry Farm | Buena Park
At this old theme park, ring in the New Year with midnight fireworks, family-friendly comedians, live music, and dancing. Enjoy various events like taking photos with Charlie Brown and his friends and a performance by Krazy Kirk and the Hillbillies at the Wagon Camp Theatre. The musical sensation PianoMania Dueling Pianos will also perform at the Boardwalk BBQ stage. Regular attractions will be open for longer hours, and Spur’s Restaurant will offer a special buffet from 4 until 10 pm.
Newport Dunes New Year’s Eve Countdown
The 80s cover band Flashback Heart Attack will rock you into the New Year. Participants can enjoy dancing by the bay while purchasing food and beverages from food trucks and complete bars. The celebration starts at 7:00 pm and ends at 1:30 am. Additional performances were the Morrisey/Smiths Tribute Band, Nowhere Fast, the Cars Tribute Band, Fast, and the Duran Duran Tribute Band, Hungry Like A Wolf. DJ Charlie P. also provided musical options. At midnight, toast with champagne to the occasion. General admission, VIP Seating, VIP with a 4-course dinner at Back Bay Bistro before the performance, and an eight-person VIP cabana with bottle service are all available as ticket options.
New Years’ Eve Celebration at Compass Bible Church | Alisa Viejo
Celebrate the start of the new year with your loved ones. Café Rio will cater the meal, and fun activities and socializing will continue until PM. After that, skate till the early hours of the morning at Aliso Viejo Ice Palace. Welcome to folks of all ages.
Noon Year’s Eve | Pretend City Children’s Museum – Irvine
This noontime event features a confetti countdown corresponding to Bangladesh, Dubai, Athens, and London in four different time zones. Making your party hat and a festive noise maker to ring in the New Year are just two of the arts and crafts projects that kids will appreciate. The event is free with general entry, and no reservation is necessary.
Winter Fest OC | OC Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa
Celebrate the new year twice with fireworks, a memorable balloon drop at 6 o’clock and midnight, a special countdown, and the dropping of the Orange Ball. To celebrate the end of the year and the start of 2023, live bands will perform! One of the best New Year’s events in Orange County and the entire country, according to Reader’s Digest.