13 Fun Boston Bars that Aren’t Charging Covers for New Year’s Eve 2025
When:
Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 11:30a -
Wednesday, Jan 01, 2025 2:00a
Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 11:30a -
Wednesday, Jan 01, 2025 2:00a
Where:
Greater Boston Area
Surrounding areas
Boston, MA
Admission:
FREE
Categories:
Date Idea, Drinks, Festivals & Fairs, Good for Groups, Meetup, Nightlife, Party, Photoworthy
2024 has come and gone and it’s time to ring in the new year with friends and loved ones. We’ve rounded up 18 of the best ways to celebrate NYE with First Night Boston being the ultimate (and free) experience to welcome 2025. But if you’re still looking for some other fun ways to ring in the new year, then get ready to dance, dazzle, and clink your glasses of bubbly with this list of parties and other celebrations that have no cover. And when the parting is over, don’t forget to catch the T which will be fare-free starting at 8PM until the early hours of New Year’s Day.
Happy New Year from us to you. Cheers to amazing things ahead this 2025. 🥂
By Yelena Nicolle Salvador
1) New Year’s Countdown Toast at FCC
When: 11:30AM
Where: Fenway
Info: It’s okay if you can’t stay up til midnight. You can still celebrate with the greater Boston community, friends, and family. Enjoy complimentary drinks and bevvies at the Fenway Community Center for their NYE party.
When: 12PM
Where: Downtown
Info: Hey, everyone’s a kid at heart. Join this all-age party for a balloon drop at noon and a toast with some yummy juice. If you're still looking to spice up your midday festivities, the adults can still grab an alc bev from the bar at this High Street Place celebration.
3) CanalSide Food + Drink at Cambridge Side Host Performances for First Night Boston
When: 12PM
Where: Cambridge
Info: Put a fun twist to your NYE festivities with free unique performances at Cambridge Side’s newly renovated (and gorgeous) food hall. Watch Chinese folk dances and fun puppet shows while grabbing a drink from CanalSide’s bar.
4) NYE Wine Tasting at Urban Grape
When: 12PM
Where: Back Bay
Info: One of the city’s most-loved independent wine stores is hosting a free NYE wine tasting. Stop by, learn about wine, and have a chat with new friends who want to discover more about the world of vino. This is the perfect way to start the party early or find the best bubbly for your evening plans.
5) New Year’s Eve Jazz Prelude: An Elegant Evening with Daniel Pappas
When: 7PM
Where: Cambridge
Info: Kick off your NYE with some classy jazz. Watch MA-based pianist and composer, Daniel Pappas, as he dazzles The Mad Monkfish’s stage with beautiful sounds. Elevate your night with a touch of elegance and artistry.
6) New Year’s Eve at the Oyster Bar
When: Any time before 8PM
Where: Seaport
Info: Reelhouse Oyster Bar is hosting a NYE bash, so come dressed in your best cocktail party and enjoy a front row seat for the fireworks along the harbor. Enjoy complimentary passed appetizers and light bites, a champagne toast, party favors, and more. Make sure to get here before 8PM since a cover will apply starting then!
When: 8PM
Where: Cambridge
Info: Put on your sparkles, sequins, and colorful garb and get ready to leave it all out on the dance floor. Satellite will be spinning iconic disco hits, so you can show everyone who the real dancing queen is as you ring in 2025 with glitter, glam, and great company.
8) Night Shift Brewing NYE: Back to the Future with Enchantment Under the Sea
When: 8PM
Where: Everett
Info: Party like it’s 1950 — prom style. Yes, you can transport yourself back in time this new year by joining the fun at Night Shift’s ‘Back to the Future’ theme. Channel the swagger of Marty McFly and the quirkiness of Doc to welcome 2025. There will be polaroid photoshoots, caricatures, a costume contest, and a complimentary champagne toast during the countdown! For all the real fans, enjoy the decor inspired by the high school dance where Marty’s parents fell in love.
9) New “Beers” Eve at The Great American Beer Hall
When: 8PM
Where: Medford
Info: The largest beer hall in Massachusetts is hosting a NYE party! Come listen to MA-born singer and songwriter, Maddi Ryan, as she hosts New “Beers” Eve, and of course, grab a beer on tap while you dance.
10) New Year’s Eve Bash at Premiere Broadway
When: 8:30PM
Where: Somerville
Info: Listen to music from a DJ and a live band all night long, so you can dance your way into 2025. Premiere Broadway is hosting a big party where you can enjoy live entertainment for free and purchase cheap champagne flutes and festive drinks to celebrate the new year.
11) NYE at Time Out Market: Glow Up in 2025
When: 9PM
Where: Fenway
Info: Grab your free ticket and get ready to dazzle the night with your vibrant outfits and contagious energy. Time Out Market is hosting a NYE bash with UV body paint, an aura photographer, a photo booth, and fun-themed cocktail specials. There will be live entertainment and a DJ so you can dance all night long while you cheers to 2025 with a complimentary bubbly toast at midnight.
12) NYE at Trina’s Starlite Lounge
When: 9PM
Where: Somerville
Info: Trina’s is back this year with their annual no-frills NYE party. With no cover and no theme, this party is a simple come-as-you-are event. Dance to a live DJ for five hours straight and welcome 2025 at this laid back party.
13) NYE at An Sibin
When: 9PM
Where: Cambridge
Info: Looking for a chill, local spot to celebrate the new year? Head to An Sibin. A live DJ will be spinning tunes so you can party it up at this dive bar in Cambridge. Enjoy a complimentary champagne toast and great vibes at this community space.
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