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Gaston's Countdown: What's going on for New Year's weekend in Gaston County

Updated: Dec 31, 2023

Gaston County invites you to embark on a journey where the promise of adventure meets the serenity of a festive getaway as we celebrate the coming of the New Year. Our charm and hospitality are sure to create memories that will linger long after the clock strikes midnight.


 

New Year's Eve Dinner


Barrister's in Gastonia

Esquire in Gastonia

Bottle Tree in Belmont

Old Stone Steakhouse in Belmont

Sammy's Pub in Belmont

Sammy's Pub in Dallas

133 West in Kings Mountain

238 Cherokee Grill Kings Mountain



New Year's Eve Parties



NYE 2024

The Vintage | Gastonia

Ring in 2024 in your vintage best! We're taking it back 100 years with classic tunes from Trace Casanova in the smoke-free cocktail lounge and a complimentary toast at midnight. There is no Cover, so make your plans and RSVP to take advantage of this roaring good time.






NYE 2024

Jekyll and Hyde | Belmont

Hello, 2024. Jekyll and Hyde's New Year's Eve party will be unforgettable with a talented Live DJ, Fire breathers, and gogo dancers.






New Year's Eve

The Rooster | Gastonia

Ring in the New Year at The Rooster with They're Red Hot: A Red Hot Chili Peppers Experience and What I Got: A Sublime Tribute! At midnight, Viva Tequis will be on site with a full-service taco bar and a complimentary champagne toast. A limited number of tickets are available for this show, so get your tickets in advance.






Meet Me at Midnight

Traust Brewery | Gastonia

Meet all the Swifty's in the area at Midnight in Mount Holly NC. This free event will be at Traust Brewing.






New Year's Eve Party

CityCade | Gastonia

Join the excitement at CityCade's Annual NYE Party to usher in the New Year with friends! The festivities promise a night of celebration and unforgettable moments.






New Year's Party

Gaston Pour House | Gastonia

Come toast to new beginnings at Gaston Pour House: live music, snack boards, and champagne at midnight. Tickets will be available at the door.





New Year's Eve Party

Brick Tree | Lincolnton

The 2023 New Year's Eve Party promises an unforgettable night of celebration, complete with Lost Highway Pizza, complimentary hors d'oeuvres, music, dancing, and, for those 21+, a champagne toast at the stroke of midnight.





New Year's Eve Party

Two Kings Casino | Kings Mountain

Celebrate the arrival of 2024 with excitement and prosperity and your chance to win big! Free Play, a New Year's Eve grand prize drawing, and a Hot Seat giveaway every hour on New Year's Day.






New Year Party

Rusty Rabbit | Dallas

Join DJ Johnny for a New Year Party at the Rusty Rabbit in Dallas. Bar specials and patio games.





New Year's Eve Party

Cherryville

Join the town of Cherryville as they bring in the New Year downtown—music, food trucks, and fun for the whole family.





New Year's Shooters

Cherryville

Join or watch the original Cherryville New Year's Shooters blast and celebrate 2024 in Cherryville, complete with chants and musket blasts just as it has been for hundreds of years.





 

Get Fit


Polar Bear Plunge

January 1st | Anchored Soul

Kick off the New Year with a chill paddling on Lake Wylie and maybe even take a cold polar bear like plunge!






New Year's Eve Trail Race

December 31st | Whitewater Center

Set a resolution by running into the new year. Turn on your headlamps and kick off 2024 with a race through the woods.






First Day Hike

January 1st | Kings Mountain State Park

Kick off the New Year by embarking on a ranger-led hike. This moderate 5.6-mile trek, recommended for ages ten and above, promises a refreshing start to your resolutions, with shuttle service available between parks.




 

Family Fun



New Year's Eve Party

Schiele Museum

It's midnight on the other side of the world and 2 pm in Gastonia. The Schiele Museum of Natural History will explore other countries' traditions and count down to 2024 with our international friends.






Snowless Sledding

The Chutes | Gastonia

Join us for a snowless tubing attraction in Gaston County. The Chutes are open every Friday and Saturday night for a one-hour session. Tickets sell out fast, so get yours today.





Ice Skating

Whitwater Center | Charlotte

Make your way to the Whitewater Center because the skating season is underway and will continue through mid-February.





Miniature Golf

Monster Mini Golf | Gastonia

Monsters Mini Golf will be open all New Year's Weekend with extended hours. Put on something that glows, and enjoy a fun game of golf, which will be enjoyable for the whole family.






Indoor Trampoline

Altitude Trampoline Park | Gastonia

Test your aerial and acrobatic skills by spending New Year's weekend at Altitude Park, a unique mix of high-flying trampolines, courses, and competitions.




 

Live Music & More



Live Music by Old Heavy Hands

December 29th | Confluence in Cramerton

Old Heavy Hands is a Southern Rock band from Greensboro, NC, that blends nostalgia from the golden era of Muscle Shoals and their adolescent years of punk rock influence to create a unique brand of Rock music for the modern age.





Brewery Comedy Tour

December 29th | Traust Brewery in Mount Holly

In its tenth year, this nationwide comedy tour has already hit 4,000 venues nationwide. The drinks are good, too. This comedy night will be hilarious, with jokes from some of the best comedians in the country.





Friday Night Comedy

December 29th | The Rooster in Gastonia

Seating is limited, so get your tickets to see D-Drizzle present Friday Night Comedy with comedian Hue Baby, Megan Miller, and D-Drizzle, bringing the laughs.





Live music of Tonya Wood Duo

December 30th | Primal Brewery

Grab a cold drink and listen to the live music of Tonya Wood Duo. Primal is fun on any weekend, but it is sure to be excellent for New Year's weekend.






D&D 1 Shot

December 30th | Victory Point in Gastonia

This local game store focuses on board games, card games, and miniatures with dedicated space for gameplay. The D&D 1 Shot Adventure League is perfect for new and seasoned players. It's tons-o-fun and free.






Gamers Alley

January 1st | Gastonia

The competitive atmosphere and camaraderie create a weekly highlight for local gaming enthusiasts at Gamers Alley in Gastonia to engage in thrilling matches of the popular game Standard.




 

As the echoes of laughter and the joyous celebrations linger, our New Year's weekend in Gaston County will fill you with a profound sense of fulfillment. Skip the New Year's Eve traffic and take advantage of our Nightlife. Enjoy a day of learning with the kids and let the echoes of Gaston County's allure resonate in your hearts, a timeless reminder of the joyous beginnings we discovered amid its beauty.

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