It’s the end of the decade and before we launch into the next iteration of the the Roaring Twenties, it’s time to gather for one last music festival. From festivals at ski areas to festivals in the sun, your options for a NYE fest have never been more plentiful than here in 2023, and below is our list of the best parties on the planet to ring in 2024.
Beyond The Valley 2023
When: December 28-January 1, 2024
Where: Lardner, Australia
The Scene: One of Australia's premier events across the New Year's Even holiday, Beyond the Valley attendees experience art installations, sculptures, communal hubs, boutique bars, gourmet food trucks and morning yoga . This annual haven for festival fans boasts a carefully curated lineup across three uniquely designed stages
The Lineup: Kelis, Peggy Gou, Ross From Friends
More Info: Beyond The Valley 2023 Guide
Lights All Night 2023
When: December 30-31, 2023
Where: Dallas, TX
The Scene: The longest running EDM festival in Texas lights up New Year's Eve in Dallas with a roster of confetti exploding talent. The production is top-notch, with stages and light shows that has fans raving. Jump on a plane to Dallas and jump your way into the next year.
The Lineup: Peekaboo, Skrillex, Subtronics
More Info: Lights All Night 2023 Guide
Decadence Arizona 2023
When: December 30-31, 2023
Where: Phoenix, Arizona
The Scene: Where are you going to be when the ball drops on New Year's Eve? Hopefully, dancing your booty off in Arizona at this two-night festival with some of the hottest electronic artists in the country.
The Lineup: Adventure Club, Claptone, Flux Pavilion, Green Velvet, Illenium, Oliver Heldens, Steve Aoki, Subtronics
More Info: Decadence Arizona 2023 Guide
Forever Midnight LA 2023
When: December 30-31, 2023
Where: Los Angeles, CA
The Scene: For these 2 days in late December is forever midnight in Los Angeles and Las Vegas! Where will you be partying forever midnight?
The Lineup: AME, Dixon, Eric Prydz, Green Velvet, Jamie Jones, Jamie XX, Kaskade, Kaytranada, Sofi Tukker, The Martinez Brothers
More Info: Forever Midnight LA 2023 Guide
Forever Midnight Las Vegas 2023
When: December 30-31, 2023
Where: Las Vegas, NV
The Scene: For these 2 days in late December is forever midnight in Los Angeles and Las Vegas! Where will you be partying forever midnight?
The Lineup: Eric Prydz, Fisher, Green Velvet, Kaytranada
More Info: Forever Midnight Las Vegas 2023 Guide
Fresh Start Festival 2023
When: December 30-January 1, 2024
Where: San Francisco, CA
The Scene: The Midway's annual New Year celebration returns for three days with 3 indoor and outdoor stages. Fresh Start is a chance to welcome and celebrate new beginnings.
The Lineup: Kaskade, Louis The Child, Sg Lewis
More Info: Fresh Start Festival 2023 Guide
CRSSD Proper NYE 2023
When: December 31-January 1, 2024
Where: San Diego, CA
The Scene: The folks from CRSSD are taking you on a New Year's Eve journey this year with a two-day dance event featuring the best in electronic music.
The Lineup: Boris Brejcha, Claptone, Diplo, Duke Dumont, Gorgon City, Maceo Plex, ZHU
More Info: CRSSD Proper NYE 2023 Guide
Rhythm and Alps 2023
When: December 29-31, 2023
Where: Wanaka, New Zealand
The Scene: Bask in the southern summer of Rhythm & Alps, a 3-day music and camping festival that takes places in the beautiful Southern Alps of New Zealand. The nearly 10-year old festival features more than 50 international and local acts spread across 4 unique stages. 10,000 festies show up every year to dance in the New Year and take in the gorgeous beauty of the area.
The Lineup: Benee, Bicep, Ross From Friends, Sigma
More Info: Rhythm and Alps 2023 Guide
Rhythm and Vines 2023
When: December 29-31, 2023
Where: Gisborne, New Zealand
The Scene: The first place in the world to welcome the first sunrise of the New Year - welcome to the Rhythm and Vines Festival, New Zealand's aware winning NYE event. One of the island's largest camping festivals, the four-day festival takes place at Waiohika Estate in Gisborne. In 2022, the fest will move from its traditional time to a 2-day show over Easter.
More Info: Rhythm and Vines 2023 Guide
Northern Bass 2023
When: December 29-31, 2023
Where: Mangawhai, New Zealand
The Scene: Northern Bass is three days and nights of New Year celebrations! Situated just over an hour north of Auckland in the summer hotspot of Mangawhai, Northern Bass brings together a world-class selection of musicians, DJs and producers to provide the perfect soundtrack for bringing in the New Year.
The Lineup: Sigma
More Info: Northern Bass 2023 Guide
Field Day Sydney 2023
When: January 1, 2023
Where: Sydney, Australia
The Scene: Make good on your resolution to attend more fests by starting the year off at the Field Day Festival in Sydney. This annual institution bucks the NYE trend by having their festival on the first day of the year, and what it day of music it has become. The multi-stage outdoor party has become one of the top annual gatherings of the summer season in Australia.
The Lineup: Bicep, Denzel Curry, Diplo, Honey Dijon, Kaytranada
More Info: Field Day Sydney 2023 Guide
NYE On The Hill 2023
When: December 30-January 1, 2024
Where: Victoria, Australia
The Scene: NYE on the Hill is a boutique Australian music and camping festival for good-vibing, music-loving friends and friends-of-friends. It takes place in the beautifully picturesque rolling Hills of South Gippsland near Loch Village, 90mins from Melbourne, 25mins from Inverloch, 35mins from Phillip Island.
More Info: NYE On The Hill 2023 Guide
CRSSD Proper NYE Las Vegas 2023
When: December 30-31, 2023
Where: Las Vegas, NV
The Scene: Proper NYE Las Vegas is a 2-day music festival celebrating the new year at Area 15. AREA15 is known for its immersive offering of live events, experiential entertainment, art installations, unique retail, bars and eateries, and much more. It’s a great location to ring in New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas, soundtracked by the present and future stars of electronic music. Vegas, baby!
The Lineup: Boris Brejcha, Gorgon City, Maceo Plex, ZHU
More Info: CRSSD Proper NYE Las Vegas 2023 Guide
Free Your Mind NYE 2023
When: December 31, 2023
Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands
The Scene: Free Your Mind, one of the oldest dance organizations in The Netherlands, puts on events across the country including this special New Year's Event.
More Info: Free Your Mind NYE 2023 Guide