New Year's Eve 2025 Events: Where To Toast 2026 In San Diego County

SAN DIEGO, CA — Still need plans for New Year's Eve? From light displays and special events, to 21-and-over parties and family-friendly countdowns, there's plenty of places to toast 2026 in San Diego County.

Here are seven can't-miss New Year's Eve events happening in the region:

Glow Big Noon Year

Glow Big Noon Year features two party rooms, six balloon drops and performances. The family-friendly holiday bash will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on News Year's Eve at AleSmith Brewing.

AleSmith Brewing Company, 9990 AleSmith Court, San Diego

Lightscape at San Diego Botanic Garden

Families can kick off their celebrations at Lightscape at San Diego Botanic Garden. This family-friendly nighttime experience features new artistic installations and returning light-filled favorites throughout a mile-long illuminated walking trail. The event runs through Jan. 4 at the 37-acre botanical garden in Encinitas.

San Diego Botanic Garden, 300 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas

New Year's Eve at Legoland California Resort

Midnight comes early for families at Legoland California Resort. The theme park's annual Kids' New Year's Eve offers live entertainment, special treats and a fireworks show, counting down to an early midnight at 7 p.m. Special 3D viewing glasses transform fireworks into exploding Lego bricks. Legoland is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on News Year's Eve.

Legoland California Resort, 1 Legoland Drive, Carlsbad

New Year's Eve at SeaWorld San Diego

After a day of animals, rides and shows, SeaWorld San Diego will transform at dusk into a New Year's Eve celebration featuring festive lights and music. The celebration kicks off at 5 p.m., with a family-friendly DJ Dance Party at Skytower Lawn. A special New Year's countdown and fireworks show starts at 9 p.m. The park is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on New Year's Eve.

SeaWorld San Diego, 500 SeaWorld Drive, San Diego

Peace Out 2025 at Living Coast Discovery Center

Families can say "peace out 2025" during a family-friendly New Year's Eve party at Living Coast Discovery Center in Chula Vista. The nonprofit zoo and aquarium on San Diego Bay will host its annual holiday celebration from 6-9 p.m. on New Year's Eve. The event features animals, food trucks, a scavenger hunt, arts and crafts, backyard games, live music and more.

Living Coast Discovery Center, 1000 Gunpowder Point Drive, Chula Vista

Proper NYE

This two-day house music festival takes place Dec. 31 through Jan. 1 at Petco Park and neighboring Gallagher Square. The lineup features nearly 50 acts on five stages.

Petco Park, 100 Park Blvd., San Diego

Timeless at Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego is refreshing its iconic New Year's Eve party. This year's "Timeless" party covers the property's indoor and outdoor venues, including the rooftop, the Legends and Edge ballrooms, and the 207 bar. The party kicks off at 9 p.m. on New Year's Eve and runs through 2 a.m. on New Year's Day.

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego, 207 Fifth Ave., San Diego