Here's Where To Celebrate New Year's Eve 2019 In Tampa Bay

Looking for ways to ring in the New Year? Here are the top events taking place in Tampa Bay on New Year's Eve.

Bad Company At Ferg's Sports Bar

Tampa Bay is invited to ring in the New Year at Ferg's Sports Bar and Entertainment Complex, 1320 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, with a concert by former Bad Company lead singer Brian Howe on Tuesday, Dec. 31.

Howe will perform Bad Company classic rock hits such as Feel Like Makin' Love, Rock N Roll Fantasy, Shooting Star, Ready For Love, Good Lovin' Gone Bad plus Brian Howe Bad Co.-era hits such as One Night, If You Needed Somebody and Holy Water.

General admission tickets are $19 and VIP tickets start at $39 and include a VIP entrance to the concert, reserved seating in the front five rows of the stage plus a surf and turf special NYE Ferg's dinner meal and five drink tickets for any beer, liquor or non-alcoholic drink.

Ferg's box office for walk-up tickets will open at 7 p.m. The concert will begin at 8 p.m.

Howe is involved with the Beagle Freedom Project, an organization that rescues beagles from laboratories and proceeds from Howe's song Christmas, available on ITunes and Amazon will donated to the Beagle Freedom Project.

Howe has also invited Tampa Bay Beagle Rescue to share a merchandise booth at the concert. Donations will be accepted during the show with 100 percent collected going to the animal rescue organization. There might also be some special beagle guests in the house and partying in Ferg's Dog Park.

Tampa Bay Beagle Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based, not-for-profit organization to help rescue, rehabilitate and re-home abused, neglected and at-risk beagles and beagle mix dogs.
TBBR hosts bi-monthly meetups and adoption events throughout the Tampa Bay area assisting around 200 beagles a year.

First Night St. Pete

St. Pete will celebrate the 27th anniversary of its First Night St. Pete New Year's celebration of the arts with performances and grand exhibits in the Interactive Art Park starting at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 in Straub Park, 400 Bayshore Drive N.E. and other locations in downtown St. Pete.

Events include eight hours of music, interactive exhibits, puppetry, aerial arts, fire jugglers, street performers, a silent disco, scavenger hunts and more.

This year’s button art was designed by one of St. Pete’s favorite local artists, Carlos Culbertson a.k.a. Zulu Painter. Advance sales are $12 for adults; $5 for children 6-12; 5 and under free. Button prices on Dec. 31 are $15 for adults; $10 for children 6-12; 5 and under free. Click here for buttons.

The custom artist buttons give entry into 10 venues ranging from musical performances, dance, theater, comedy and interactive art installations.

First Night New Year’s Eve activities include FirstKids; Hats and Masks; a musical petting zoo; gospel, reggae, jazz, opera, choral, blues and rock music; aerial art; improv; dance; the Interactive Art Park; Resolution Labyrinth and Bonfire; and Bubblestomp.

Featured performers will include The Petty Experience from 6 to 7:45 p.m., Jay Camaro and Camaro Inc from 8 to 8:45 p.m. and Uncle John's Band from 9 p.m. to midnight.
Fireworks will fill the night’s sky at 8 p.m. and midnight.

Click here for parking options.

New Yarrgh's Eve Booty Drop

The City of Tampa is ringing in 2020 with a new tradition—the New Yarrgh’s Eve Booty Drop. This free, family-friendly event will feature live entertainment, food trucks, vendors and a new signature “booty drop” countdown to midnight.

See the Rivergate Tower come to life with a 3-D mapped, 320-foot-tall projection of a treasure chest being lowered on the side of the building.

In partnership with Friends of the Riverwalk and the City of Tampa, the viewing area for the annual New Year’s Eve fireworks display will temporarily relocate this year to Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park.

The family-friendly event runs from 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, 600 N. Ashley Drive.
Click here for parking options.

Light It Up Clearwater

Amplify Clearwater will host Light It Up Clearwater, Clearwater Beach’s annual fireworks celebration, at Sand Key Park, 1060 Gulf Blvd., Clearwater, from 11:30 p.m. to midnight.

NYE@MFA

The Museum of Fine Arts will host downtown St. Pete's premier, all-inclusive New Year's Eve DJ dance party Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. At NYE@MFA, dress to impress and indulge in an open bar, decadent desserts, savory light bites and a gourmet coffee bar.

Guests will receive free valet parking and will be entertained by world-renowned illusionist Mio and a surprise musical performance. There will also be access to the MFA special exhibition galleries, a photo booth and prime viewing of First Night St. Petersburg fireworks.

NYE@MFA is one of the MFA's major fundraisers. A portion of each reservation is tax-deductible. Tickets are $150 per person/$250 per couple. To purchase tickets and for more information, Click here. The Museum of Fine Arts is located at 255 Beach Drive N.E., St. Petersburg.

New Year's At Salt Shack

Salt Shack on the Bay, 5415 W. Tyson Ave. in South Tampa will host a New Year’s Eve Extravaganza Tuesday, Dec. 31 starting at 7 p.m., featuring live music from Sweet Spot, Caribbean-style cuisine, tropical drinks and dancing.

General admission is $20, and includes a champagne toast at midnight and noise makers. VIP seating and dinner packages are also available. Guests can dock up or drive up to the party. Boaters are welcome to leave their vessels at the dock. For reservations, call 813-521-3726 or 813-521-3738.

Ring In Roaring '20s At American Social

American Social, Tampa’s waterfront, American-themed restaurant and elevated sports bar at 601 S. Harbour Island Blvd., invites guests to ring in the Roaring 20s with a can’t-miss New Year’s Eve celebration on Tuesday, Dec. 31.

Starting at 9 p.m., guests can party the night away with a lineup of local DJs and live bands, as well as passed hors d’oeuvres, food stations and an open bar from 9 m. to 1 a.m.

At the stroke of midnight, guests will receive a complimentary glass of champagne to ring in the New Year. Additionally, guests of American Social’s New Year’s Eve soirée will have sweeping views of Tampa’s largest midnight fireworks show.

Tickets start at $135 per person. VIP tables and bottle service are available with multiple package options. Click here, call 813-605-3333 or email adam@american.social.

Outback Bowl New Year’s Eve Parade

Ybor City will host the Outback Bowl New Year's Eve Parade and a pep rally Tuesday, Dec. 31 at 5:30 p.m. The pep rally will feature a battle of the bands and cheerleaders from both universities.

The parade will feature floats and about fifteen marching bands including the two college bands and run along 7th Avenue.

Noon Year's Eve Party

Largo Community Center, 400 Alternate Keene Road, will host a Noon Year's Eve Party for adults Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The event will feature dancing, entertainment, door prizes, light refreshments and a champagne toast at noon. The cost is $8.

Laser Light Show At Sparkman Wharf

Sparkman Wharf, 615 Channelside Drive, Tampa, will celebrate its first New Year's Eve with a laser light show every hour from 9 p.m. to midnight Tuesday, Dec. 31, live music from 6 to 8 p.m. and a DJ from 8 p.m. to midnight.

Toast By The Coast

New Year’s Eve revelers looking for places to go for New Year’s Eve need to look no further than the TradeWinds “Toast by the Coast” New Year’s Eve event Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. in the TradeWinds Island Grand Ballroom in St. Pete Beach.

Partiers 21 and over are invited to don their best duds for an evening of festivities, food and fun. This year’s live entertainment, the bands Motel Funk and Bus Fulla Monkeys, will keep everyone on the dance floor until the wee hours.

Guests will also have access to an open bar and will receive a glass of bubbly and noise makers for the champagne toast at midnight.

An extensive gourmet hors d’oeuvres buffet will be the centerpiece of this year’s New Year’s Eve celebration, including chef-carved beef steamship round with roasted garlic au jus, pear and bleu cheese in phyllo, Maytag stuffed mini beef Wellington, Tandoori chicken sate and a pasta station featuring cavatappi in a sweet basil Pomodoro sauce and cheese tortellini in saffron cream with goat cheese.

A dessert display of chocolate fondue, assorted mousse in chocolate shells and miniature pastries and fruit tarts will give the buffet a sweet ending.

Admission to the party is $125 per person, plus tax and gratuity.

Children ages 4 to 12 can also hula their way into the New Year with their own tropical-themed New Year’s Eve Party complete with games, crafts, dinner and more. The cost is $60 for the first child and $30 for each additional.

There will also be a separate teen party complete with DJ and glow fun for ages 13-17. The cost is $50 per teen.

Both parties are from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Reservations are available through the TradeWinds Adventure Center.

Tradewinds is located at 5500 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach.

NYE Beach Bash At Whiskey Joe's

Whiskey Joe’s Tampa at Rocky Point, 7720 W. Courtney Campbell Causeway, Tampa, will host a 2020 NYE Beach Bash Tuesday, Dec. 31, kicking off at 7 p.m.

The party will include two stages with live music featuring Flyte Band on the Beach Stage from 9 p.m. to 1 p.m. and Celebrity Romance on the inside stage from 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. There will be a champagne toast at midnight, a ball drop, party favors and a fireworks show at midnight.
Admission is $15. Tickets are available here

Ring In New Year's At The Rusty Pelican

The Rusty Pelican Tampa, 2425 N. Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, will host a 2020 New Year's Eve celebration on Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. featuring a live DJ, dancing, a photo booth, champagne toast and grand dinner buffet with an Applewood smoked prime rib carving station, roasted whole pig, whole American snapper, snow crab legs and oysters.

General admission is $110. General admission with a four-hour open bar is $150.

Noon Year's Eve At Armature Works

Armature Works will host its second annual Noon Year’s Eve Celebration for Kids on the Armature Works South and West Lawns Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The event will feature a countdown to noon and juice toast, daytime fireworks over the Hillsborough River, the first-ever Big Little Disco Dance Party on The Pier featuring DJ Sam and DJ Oprah Spinfrey, inflatable slides, the Spheres Bubble and Magic Show, a YMCA-sponsored craft corner and more.

This family-friendly event is free to attend and open to the public. However, RSVPs are encouraged.

Parking at Armature Works for this day is $10. In addition, there are more than 400 street-side parking spots available.

Fireworks Display And Riverfront Concert

Hendricks Gin and Monkey Shoulder Whiskey will present the second annual NYE Fireworks Display and Riverfront Concert at Armature Works, 1910 N. Ola Ave., Tampa, Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 9 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Attendees can view fireworks from the South and West Lawns, nestled along the banks of the Hillsborough River, with downtown Tampa as the backdrop.

From 9 p.m. until midnight, the riverfront stage will feature live music by Roosevelt Collier’s Phunk Phactory, a seamless blend of funk, blues and soul complete with a blistering horn section leading. Local music support will be provided by multi-instrumentalist George Pennington III.

This family-friendly event is free to attend and open to the public. However, RSVPs are encouraged.

Parking at Armature Works for this day is $10. In addition, there are more than 400 street-side parking spots available.

New Year's Eve Gala At The Gathering

Armature Works, 1910 N. Ola Ave., Tampa will host a New Year's Eve Gala at The Gathering in Armature Works Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 9 p.m. to 1 p.m.

The event will include a high-energy live band and DJ, top-shelf open bar, late-night hors d’oeuvres, a champagne bar and midnight toast.

This is a private event. Click here for reservations.

Parking at Armature Works for this day is $10. In addition, there are more than 400 street-side parking spots available.

New Year's Eve At M. Bird

M. Bird at Armature Works,1903 Market St., Tampa, will host a New Year's Eve party at its rooftop venue Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 9 p.m. to 1 p..m. with a view of Tampa's fireworks, a live DJ and complimentary champagne toast at midnight.

This is a 21+ event. No entry fee is required. Reserved tables for $120 are available by emailing annie@mbirdtampa.com.

Celebrate The New Year At Busch Gardens

In addition to the continuing festivities of Christmas Town every night through Jan. 6, guests can celebrate New Year’s Eve at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Dec. 31 with live DJ and band performances on the Festival Field starting at 10 p.m. and a fireworks display at midnight.

Hogmany Party In Dunedin

Ring in the New Year with a Hogmanay Party featuring a special concert by the band Seven Nations Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 8 p.m. to 1 p.m. at the Scottish American Society Hall, 971 Louden Ave., Dunedin. Included is a dinner buffet and champagne and sandwiches at midnight.

The cost is $85. Click here for tickets.

Great Gatsby New Year's Eve Party

Romantika, 461 Grant St., Dunedin, will host a Great Gatsby New Year's Eve Party Tuesday Dec. 31 from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. There will be music from the Roaring '20s an Kafkasso and his band and belly dancers will perform. There will be beer, wine and a glass of champagne at midnight. Vegan Tasty Dogz will provide food. Admission is $15. Click here for tickets.

Hollywood Glamour New Year's Eve Party

The Birchwood, 340 Beach Drive N.E., St. Petersburg, will host a Hollywood Glamour New Year's Eve Party Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 8 p.m. to midnight.

It will feature two floors of open bars, a live band in The Grand Ballroom, a DJ at The Canopy Rooftop Lounge, hors d'oeuvres, a dinner buffet and a champagne toast at midnight.

Tickets are $135 per person.

Mario Lopez To Host New Year's Eve Celebration

Emmy Award-winning actor and Access Hollywood show host Mario Lopez will host another New Year’s Eve celebration at The Godfrey Hotel and Cabanas WTR Pool & Grill, 7700 W. Courtney Campbell Causeway in Tampa Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Celebrity DJ Kayla Collins will be headlining waterside, mixing an open format of top 40 music and nostalgic favorites of the past. Inside, there will be disco house beats by Machino and Miami native Ivano Bellini. The Voice finalist Khalea Lynne will also make a special appearance on stage. The party will culminate with a fireworks display at midnight.

“We’re turning The Godfrey Hotel into your New Year’s destination," said Lopez. "We’re featuring the largest firework display and lighting up all of Tampa."

Tickets are $29 to $129.

Apollo Beach New Year's Eve Fireworks Show

Circles Waterfront Restaurant, 1212 Apollo Beach Blvd., Apollo Beach, will host "Floridas largest New Year's Eve fireworks" show Tuesday, Dec. 31 at midnight. The fireworks will be set off from an off-shore barge and will be visible all along the waterfront in Apollo Beach and south in Ruskin.

The free celebration will run from 7 p.m. to 1 a..m. with live entertainment and food provided by the Smokin’ Bowls food truck.

Swingin' The New Year At The Coliseum

The Coliseum, 535 4th Ave. N., St. Petersburg, will host its 12th annual Swingin' the New Year at The Coliseum Tuesday, Dec.. 31 from 7:30 p.m. to 1 p.m.

It will feature live music with The World Famous Jive Aces from London, swing dance lessons, a midnight countdown and balloon drop, noisemakers, party favors, deluxe chocolates, giveaways, dance performances, a Roaring '20s photo shoot and contest, and a full cash bar.

Tickets are $45.

Roaring '20s Party At Eddie V's

Eddie V's Prime Seafood, 4400 W. Boy Scout Blvd., will host a Roarng '20s party to ring in 2020 Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 8:30 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Tickets include a premium open bar, carving, soup and salad and dessert stations from 8:30 to 11:30 p..m., a breakfast buffet from 12:30 to 2:30 a.m., live music by Frequency, DJ Papi at midnight, a champagne toast, giveaways and Ash Brothers Luxury Mobile Cigar Lounge on site.

This year's proceeds will benefit Team Godwin Foundation, founded by Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin, whose mission focuses on providing at-risk animals and children a second chance through advocacy and financial support.

Tickets start at $300.

Havana Nights New Year's Celebration

Ring in the New Year at the Safety Harbor Resort and Spa Havana-style. The resort at 105 N. Bayshore Drive, Safety Harbor, will host a Havana Nights New Year's celebration Tuesday, Dec. 31.

There will be hors d' oeuvres and a dinner buffet from 8:30 to 11 p.m., a two-hour open bar from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m., music by Orquesta Infinidad and a champagne toast and party favors at midnight. Click here for tickets.

Irish New Year's Eve Bash

Caddy's Indian Shores, 20025 Gulf Blvd., Indian Shores, and Caddy's Treasure Island, 9000 W. Gulf Blvd., Treasure Island, will host an Irish New Year's Eve Bash with free food, a complimentary champagne toast at midnight and Irish bagpipers. Click here.

New Year's Eve Fiesta

Nueva Cantina, 1624 4th St. S., St. Petersburg will host a New Year's Eve Fiesta Tuesday, Dec. 31 at 9 p.m. It will include a buffet, music by DJ Jayson, a cigar and whiskey bar and a balloon drop and champagne toast at midnight. Tickets are $20 to $25.

Mastry's Pajama Party

Bring a dish to share and wear your pajamas for a party with limited-release beers, DJ dancing and a countdown to the New Year at Mastry's Brewing Co., 7701 Blind Pass Road, St. Pete Beach.
There is no cover charge. Call 727-202-8045.

Light Up The New Year

Little Everglades Ranch, 17951 Hamilton Road, Dade City, will host Light Up the New Year Tuesday, Dec. 31 at 5 p.m.

Tickets are $9.99 to $28 and include a party with food, music, dancing, a movie on a giant outdoor screen and a lantern and marker for a sky lantern launch. Call 352-521-3661.

Speakeasy New Year's Eve Bash

Ring in the New Year while supporting the Dade City Woman's Club at its annual fundraising event. The club will host a 1920s-themed Speakeasy New Year's Eve Bash Tuesday, Dec. 31 at 8 p.m. at the clubhouse, 37922 Palm Ave., Dade City.

Come dressed as your favorite gangster or flapper. There will be food, an open bar, music, dancing, casino gaming, prizes and a silent auction. Tickets are $75 per person.

Diamond Sky New Year's Eve Benefit

Community Service of West Pasco will host a Diamond Sky New Year's Eve benefit Tuesday, Dec. 31 at 8 p.m. at the Columbian Event Center, 5850 K of C Drive, Port Richey. There will be dinner, dancing, a silent auction and raffle for $75 per person.

Roaring '20s New Year's Eve Party

Summerfield Crossings Golf Club, 13050 Summerfield Blvd., Riverview, will host a Roaring '20s New Year's Eve dinner and party Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Tickets are $60 and include an open bar, dinner of a house salad, sliced ham, sliced roasted beef, chicken Marsala, red garlic mashed potatoes, wild rice, steamed vegetables and assorted desserts.
Live entertainment will be provided by Brian Henley. Tickets are limited so don't wait. Tickets for this event may be purchased at the clubhouse. Call 813-671-3311 for reservations.

Whiteout Glow Gala

The Regent, 6437 Watson Road, will host a New Year's Eve Whiteout Glow Gala Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. The all-inclusive party will feature an open bar and hors d'oeuvres.
Click here for tickets.

Masquerade Ball

The Landing Bar & Grill, 4351 Lynx Paw Trail, Valrico, will host a New Year's Eve Masquerade Ball Tuesday, Dec. 31 at 7 p.m. It will feature s chef's selection dinner menu, complimentary champagne toast at midnight, party hats, masks, noisemakers and a DJ dance party. There is no cover charge or ticket required.

New Year's Eve Karaoke Party

Bullfrog Creek Brewing Co. 3632 Lithia-Pinecrest Road, Valrico, will host a New Year's Eve Karaoke Party Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 8 to 11 p.m. with free pizza and champagne.

Noon Year's Eve Celebration

ZooTampa at Lowry Park, 1101 W. Sligh Ave., will host a Noon Year's Eve celebration Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with interactive entertainment, a rockin' DJ, bubbles celebration, beer and wine available for Mom and Dad and countdown to the noon year with a kid-friendly lemonade toast. This event is included with a single-day admission and annual membership.

Count Down At Glazer Children's Museum

Ring in the New Year at Glazer Children’s Museum, 110 W. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, with countdowns and celebrations every hour from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. featuring a balloon drop, bubble wrap fireworks, explosive experiments and more.