If you’re looking to close out the year with music, culture, or a family‑friendly countdown, there’s plenty happening across Southern California tonight.
1) New Year’s Eve with The Roots
Date and time: Wednesday, Dec. 31, evening performances
Place: Walt Disney Concert Hall, downtown Los Angeles.
Spend New Year’s Eve with The Roots, the Grammy‑winning band known for their work as the Tonight Show house band. They’re ringing in 2026 at Walt Disney Concert Hall, offering a standout live show in the heart of the city. This is one of the big music options for tonight if you want something iconic, high‑energy, and close to downtown.
More info: Event listing shows the performance at Walt Disney Concert Hall.
Address: 111 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles 90012.
Link: https://www.axs.com/events/1024782/los-angeles-philharmonic-new-years-eve-with-the-roots-tickets?cid
2) One LA Cultural Celebration
Date and time: Wednesday, Dec. 31, evening into New Year’s Day
Place: City Club Los Angeles
A vibrant NYE event celebrating Los Angeles’ cultural diversity. Live music, DJs, and immersive food activations from around the world, plus a late‑night champagne toast. Great pick if you want a festive party that mixes food, culture, and dancing, without being tied to one specific music genre.
More info: Event page describes live music, DJ, cultural food activations, open bar options, and midnight toast.
Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-years-eve-one-la-cultural-celebration-tickets-1963631806593
3) Noon Year’s Eve in person program
Date and time: Wednesday, Dec. 31, around midday
Place: Library or Discovery Cube LA area programs for kids and families
For families who don’t want to stay up late, this gives kids a chance to celebrate earlier in the day. It’s a fun alternative to midnight, with shorter, kid‑friendly programming. Good for parents who want a New Year moment without the late hour, or to pair with early dinner and errands around town.
More info: County library listing offers family‑friendly programming earlier in the day.
Link: https://visit.lacountylibrary.org/event/15010736
4) Noon Year’s Eve party at Discovery Cube LA
Date and time: Wednesday, Dec. 31, daytime balloon drop events
Place: Discovery Cube Los Angeles, Sylmar
A daytime celebration with apple cider, live music, science exhibits, and huge balloon drops. It’s a safe, festive way to ring in the new year for kids and families during daylight hours, with capacity limits so tickets can sell out. You can come for a couple of hours, enjoy activities, and still make it to an evening event if you want.
Link: https://www.discoverycube.org/los-angeles/events/noon-years-eve/?utm_source=Discover+Los+Angeles&utm_medium=display&utm_id=
5) A Wicked New Year’s Eve Party at Orange County Mining Co
Date and time: Wednesday, Dec. 31 into early Jan. 1
Place: Orange County Mining Co, OC
A dinner, drinks, dancing option for those south of the city. A different vibe from downtown clubbing—more classic party setting with live entertainment and a festive countdown. Works well if you’re in OC or avoiding long drives into LA late at night.
6) New Year’s Eve country countdown at The Ranch Saloon
Date and time: Wednesday, Dec. 31, evening into midnight
Place: The Ranch Saloon, Anaheim
Country music live show with dancing and a midnight toast. A great alternative if you want a themed, country‑style NYE rather than an ultra‑club atmosphere or formal concert. Good for fans of live band energy and a more rural, laid‑back celebration among friends.
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