By Molly Given

From prix fixe dinners and rooftop parties to family-friendly celebrations, these New Year’s Eve events in Philadelphia offer plenty of ways to ring in 2026 in style.

Stina Pizzeria

For NYE, Stina Pizzeria is offering its first-ever Pikilia feast. The family-style meal will feature a variety of meats (think chicken kebabs, lamb chops, souvlakia, and Greek sausage), accompanied by a mezze of fresh, scratch-made dips and pita. Reservations are recommended for $75 per person and include dinner, dessert, a complimentary glass of champagne and ouzo.

1705 Snyder Ave., stinaphiladelphia.com

Fringe Bar

On Dec. 31, Fringe Bar is offering a three-course prix fixe menu for $55 per person (reservations start at 5 p.m.) The venue also offers a great vantage point for the Riverfront’s firework shows (6 p.m. and midnight). Those who want to grab dinner and catch the later fireworks show can opt for a reservation after 8 p.m., which includes admission to the venue’s Latin Vibes party. The party (9 p.m. to 2 a.m.), dubbed the Perreo Bash, features two live DJs, two dance floors, and multiple bars open throughout the space. Reservations for prix fixe dinner can be made on OpenTable, and tickets for just the New Year’s Eve Bash from Latin Vibes Group (starts at $42) can be purchased from Fringe Bar’s website.  

140 N. Christopher Columbus Blvd, fringebarphilly.com

Corio

Corio’s New Year’s Eve dinner experience features a decadent five-course meal for $85 per person. The menu features modern Italian dishes like duck and ricotta ravioli, branzino with caviar sauce, and blood orange and chocolate cannolis. Reservations can be made via Resy.

3675 Market St., coriophilly.com

Forsythia

Forsythia is offering a four-course dinner for the last night of the year. Options span bites like baked scallops with matsutake mushrooms, fluke crudo with caviar and kumquats, and decadent mousse au chocolat noir. Reservations (via Resy) are available from 5 to 10 p.m.

233 Chestnut St., forsythiaphilly.com

Fleur’s

Locals can expect 6 courses from Fleur’s New Year’s Eve dinner experience for $125 per person. The menu will feature dishes like dry-aged hamachi crudo with golden Osetra caviar, kumquat, and oyster crème; duck and chestnut ravioles with forage blanc, pickled chanterelles, and consommé; and dark chocolate mousse cake with blood orange and vanilla bean crème fraîche. Two beverage pairings will also be available, including a zero-proof beverage option, both with five drinks.  Reservations can be booked via Resy.

2205 N Front St., fleursphilly.com

Harper’s Garden

Harper’s Garden is offering an à la carte menu for New Year’s Eve, but groups can also opt to book the venue’s new private dining cabins for a quiet and intimate celebration. The heated, enclosed dining spaces hold six guests and have been decorated with seasonal greenery and live plants. Harper’s menu spans options like Sicilian fried chicken and caviar ($15), mushroom cappelletti ($25), NY Strip Au Poivre ($50), crab spaghetti ($30) and more. Reservations are avalable via Resy.

31 S 18th St., harpersgardenphilly.com

Flight Club

Philly’s own social darts club has reservations open for NYE from noon to 1 a.m., with no cover charge for 90-minute slots (starting around $15 per person). The venue will also have specialty cocktails available for the night like their whiskey forward Golden Orchard ($16) and Peppermint Espresso Martini ($17). Reservations are available via SevenRooms.

1417 Walnut St., flightclubdartsusa.com

Helium Comedy Club

At Helium, comedian Ted Alexandro will headline a special New Year’s Eve showcase with two set times (7 and 9:30 p.m.) Those who opt for the later show also get entry to the After Party in the lounge (featuring drinks and bites). Helium is additionally offering a Couples Package for NYE (starts at $179.99) with two tickets, 1 bottle of champagne, 1 bottle of wine, 2 specialty cocktails or unlimited mocktails, plus a personal cheeseboard (7 p.m. show) or a choice of dessert (9:30 p.m. show). Tickets (starting at $49.99) are available online.

2031 Sansom St., philadelphia.heliumcomedy.com

Stratus Rooftop Lounge

From 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., this sky-high locale will throw a NYE Bash, complete with live DJ sets and two ticket options available. Gold General Admission ($50 per person) includes a complimentary champagne toast at midnight, while Platinum Open Bar ($115 per person) offers select open bar options, light bites, and the complimentary toast at midnight. Guests can purchase a table with bottle service by contacting the venue as well.

433 Chestnut St., stratuslounge.com

The Twisted Tail

The Twisted Tail’s annual NYE celebration is back. As a release notes, the 12th annual Burlesque & Blues offers a four-course prix fixe dinner, live music by Mikey Jr. and his band at the upstairs Juke Joint, and glamorous burlesque performances.

Guests can choose from three packages: The Lindy Hop ($35), which includes party entry and a champagne toast at midnight; The Jive ($95), which adds the dinner and party admission; and The Charleston ($235), an all-inclusive VIP experience with reserved seating, the prix fixe dinner, and a three-hour premium open bar. A la carte dining is also available from 4 to 5:45 p.m. Tickets for the Lindy Hop and The Charleston can be purchased via Evenbrite, while reservations for The Jive can be made by phone or OpenTable.

509 S. 2nd St., thetwistedtail.com

Marsha’s

On NYE, Marsha’s South Street will host an all-inclusive celebration with drag performances, go-go dancers, an open bar, passed appetizers, mini desserts, a champagne toast at midnight, complimentary coat check, and a small gift. Tickets ($100) are available online.

430 South St., marshassouthstreet.com

Please Touch Museum

On Dec. 31, the Please Touch Museum is bringing back its annual family-friendly celebration to welcome 2026. Activities span a kid-friendly dance party, a way to create time capsules (which will be available to revisit next year) and performances from Jazzy the Clown, the Dance Shakers, plus Miss Margaret and the Electric Whimsy. There will be two timed sessions to choose from (9 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 3:30 p.m.), and each session will conclude with a special ball drop and countdown, ringing in the New Year early with confetti and more fun. Tickets ($30) are available online.

4231 Avenue of the Republic, pleasetouchmuseum.org

Hilton Philadelphia at Penns Landing

Hilton’s family-friendly evening will be in full swing with their early dinner and fireworks celebration. From 3:30 to 6 p.m., the venue’s Discovery Room will feature a buffet, DJ and photo booth, all leading up to the Waterfront’s sky-high showcase at 6 p.m. Tickets are priced at $99 for adults, $45 for children ages 3–12, and complimentary for children two and under. Tickets are required and can be purchased on Eventtickets. Note, the venue will also be hosting an adults-only party with a dinner buffet, an open bar, party favors, and a complimentary champagne toast beginning at 9:30 p.m. as well ($165 per person).

201 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd., hilton.com

Fette Sau

While at Fette Sau on Dec. 31, families can catch live music by The Perkolators from 6 to 9 p.m., followed by a Kid’s NYE Countdown at 8:30 p.m. The kitchen will be serving up a Short Rib dinner special, alongside beverage specials for both adults and kids. Parties of eight or more can book through Resy.

1208 Frankford Ave., fettesauphilly.com

Betsy Ross House

Locals of all ages can head to this historic venue, which will hold 18th-century chocolate-making demonstrations, storytelling, and family-friendly activities from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Activities are free with admission.

239 Arch St., historicphiladelphia.org/betsy-ross-house