PHOENIX — Looking to celebrate and welcome 2026 in style? Check out our list of events and festivities to ring in the new year!
The Great Pinecone Drop in Flagstaff
The Great Pinecone Drop is a beloved Flagstaff New Year’s Eve tradition, drawing thousands downtown to watch a massive illuminated pinecone descend from the historic Weatherford Hotel. The family-friendly celebration includes drops at noon, 10 p.m., and midnight, plus live music, fireworks, and a festive mountain-town atmosphere.
This event is free and open to the public on December 31.
Address: 23 N. Leroux Street, Flagstaff
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New Year’s Eve Whiskey Row Boot Drop in Prescott
Prescott’s New Year’s Eve Whiskey Row Boot Drop is one of Arizona’s biggest street parties, packing downtown with live music, food, and western-style fun. The celebration peaks with a massive illuminated cowboy boot dropping at 10 p.m. and midnight, capped off by fireworks.
This event is free and open to the public on December 31.
Address: South Montezuma Street, Prescott
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The Downtown Tucson Taco Drop
Ring in 2026 at the best New Year’s Eve party in Tucson. We’ll have live music throughout the night, headlined by the Lucky Devils Band! If you’re looking for a unique music experience, check out the Silent Disco. Food trucks and beer stations will be throughout the area to keep you fueled up for the big countdown to the taco touchdown. That’s right, when the clock strikes 12:00:00 a big taco is lowered from the sky to welcome 2026! A firework show caps off this fun night.
This event is free and open to the public on December 31.
Address: Jacome Plaza at 101 N. Stone Ave., Tucson
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The Show Low Deuce of Clubs Drop
Show Low’s Deuce of Clubs Drop is a free, family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration where the town lowers a giant illuminated deuce of clubs card in front of the City Hall and public library to honor the local legend behind the city’s name. The festivities include live music, food, fire pits, and a midnight fireworks show after the card drop.
This event is free and open to the public on December 31.
Address: 180 N 9th St, Show Low
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Williams’ New Year’s Eve on Route 66
Williams’ New Year’s Eve on Route 66 is a high-energy celebration featuring live entertainment, a beer & wine festival, and a spectacular fireworks show as the town rings in 2026 with small-town charm. The highlight is the inaugural Car Drop, where a restored 1927 Chevrolet Capitol descends in tribute to the Route 66 Centennial.
This event is free and open to the public on December 31.
Address: 180 N 9th St, Show Low
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New Year’s Eve: All-American Celebration
As part of The Phoenix Symphony's Holiday Series Special Series, Stuart Chafetz will host a captivating evening celebrating legendary voices like Tina Turner, Steely Dan, and Chappell Roan. Guests will enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne or sparkling cider to toast the season.
The celebration begins at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31.
Address: Symphony Hall [75 N 2nd St] in Phoenix
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The Pemberton’s Gatsby New Year's Eve Ball
This is a 21+ event featuring live performances across multiple stages and interactive entertainment all night long. Each ticket includes lite bites from 8–11 p.m., festive party favors, a midnight champagne toast, and two drink tickets to welcome the new year in style. Guests are encouraged to come dressed in their finest Gatsby-inspired attire.
The ball takes place on Wednesday, December 31, from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Ticket prices start at $99.
Address: 1121 N 2nd St in Downtown Phoenix
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The ‘Black Tie Burlesque NYE Party’ on December 31 offers a full-venue takeover with live music, immersive performances, a night market, a rooftop silent disco at Anchor 525, and a countdown to 2026, with VIP admission including early entry, guaranteed stage-side seats, complimentary champagne, and late-night treats.
Ticket prices start at $100.
Address: 525 S Central Ave in Phoenix
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New Year’s Eve at Buck & Rider
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at any Buck & Rider location with all-day raw bar and champagne specials, a complimentary midnight toast and party favors, and hourly raffle drawings on December 31 from 8 p.m. to midnight.
Reservations can be made here.
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4th Annual New Year's Eve Disco Bash
Pedal Haus Brewery’s Downtown Phoenix will be throwing its end-of-the-year bash once again!
December 31 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., guests can enjoy a DJ, a midnight champagne toast, and drink specials, with tickets available for general admission and VIP tables. Reservations can be made here.
Address: 214 E Roosevelt St, Suite 4, in Phoenix
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New Year’s Eve Celebration at Toca Madera Scottsdale takes place on Wednesday, December 31, from 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. The price ranges from $150 to $165, plus tax and a 20% gratuity.
The establishment requests that all diners adhere to a two-hour dining window to ensure a smooth experience for everyone.
Reservations can be made here.
Address: 4736 N Goldwater Blvd in Scottsdale
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UPDATE: Pratt Brothers New Year's Eve 2026 Celebration has been canceled "due to weather-related concerns."
A representative from the Rawhide team announced that tickets purchased for the experience will be automatically refunded to all guests.
Keep this free fun in mind: ABC15 is highlighting some of the best viewer-submitted festive house displays this season on our interactive map of Valley holiday lights, celebrating local neighborhoods' beautiful, free-to-enjoy decorations!
Discover some of the Valley’s festive homes and displays on our interactive map right here.
