Ring in 2024 in Charleston

 We are just a couple of weeks away from the end of another year! If you are going to be in the Charleston area this New Year's Eve we have put together a list of the best New Year's Eve celebrations going on in and around Charleston. These events range from more casual celebrations to elegant black-tie affairs. If you have any questions about the events listed below or other things to do while you are in town please contact our friendly Concierge Department at (877) 392-2723. 

Every guest is a VIP at the all-inclusive Charleston Wonderland New Year's Eve party. Come enjoy incredible performances by Cirque performers, incredible live bands and DJs, and a fire and ice show. This event will feature the largest balloon drop in Charleston, photo booths, and nonstop dancing. Tickets are all-inclusive and the dress code is formal so dress to impress!

Price: $205

Set your New Year's resolutions into motion with a night of adventure and rediscovery under the stars. From indoor and outdoor themed areas, like the "Enchanted Garden" or "Wondersphere," to the "Disco Dreamery" and beyond, patrons will be encouraged to explore a multitude of 'wonders' across the expansive, adults-only campus. Primary offerings for the event include everything from premium all-inclusive bars and light hors d'oeuvres to 3 stages of live band & DJ performances, a variety of specialty entertainers, custom activations, and more. Dress to Impress and don't forget a mask!

Price: $125 – $2,500

Come celebrate ringing in the New Year at Sippin' Santa of Charleston! Conveniently located on upper King Street at Prohibition, Sippin' Santa has three bars with a large outdoor heated patio that is the perfect setting to enjoy New Year's Eve with your closest friends. Tickets include entry into the bar, champagne during the New Year's Eve countdown, and hors d'oeuvres that will be served from 10:30 pm to 11:30 pm.

Price: $65

Guests of The New Year's Eve Gala at Forte Jazz Lounge can expect to hear songs by Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Sinatra, Peggy Lee and so much more as The Forte Big Band performs Swing dance music to ring in the new year! Attire is dress to impress.

Price: $125 - $175

Party like it's 1999... Come as you were in the 90's and ring in the new year. General admission tickets include access to 90s-themed food stations, live entertainment, party hats and favors, and a champagne toast at midnight. Plus, bring your ticket back on New Year's Day for a complimentary Mimosa or Bloody Mary at Hangover Brunch. VIP tickets are available and include a private table, premium champagne ad bottle service, plus premium foods & desserts.

Price: $50 - $1,800

Don your most glamorous old Hollywood-style gowns and suits and join us for a night of glitz, glamour, dancing, live music, delicious hor d'oeuvres, complimentary champagne toast, three floors with an open bar on each, and more! VIP tickets and tables can be purchased by emailing info@thehabitchs.com

Price: $250

Ring in the New Year at a Midnight in Paris-themed New Year's Eve party at the popular French-inspired restaurant, Félix. Tickets include featured cocktails from Cathead Distillery, passed hors d'oeuvres, and a champagne toast at midnight. Parisian chic attire is encouraged.

Price: $125

Join Republic Garden & Lounge for a night buzzing with excitement! Enjoy an open bar, hors d'oeuvres, party favors, a DJ, and a live ball drop. A champagne toast happens at Midnight with additional VIP bottle service by request. 

Price: $155 - $6,000

Located just minutes from downtown (and IOP!) at Patriot's Point, the USS Yorktown is a decommissioned war vessel 364 days of the year. On December 31st, however, it transforms into a spectacular New Year's Eve venue like no other! Historic airplanes are repositioned on the top deck to make way for 15,000 square feet of heated tent space. Inside, party-goers enjoy live music, DJs, a top-shelf full-service bar, light hors d'oeuvres, and so much more. 

Price: $110

Party your way into 2024 at Share House! Doors open at 8 pm and there will be an open bar and light bite. DJ Boogi and Dons will be performing on the decks all night long!

Price: $110

Enjoy dinner and live music as you ring in the new year at Uncork in the heart of Downtown Charleston. Tickets include a midnight champagne toast, access to live music, party favors, and a balloon drop. Dinner is not included in the ticket price but may be purchased separately.

Price: $30+

New this year, you can be the first to ring in 2024 at Aquarium Aglow! Celebrate New Year's Eve at a family-friendly evening filled with festive fun, lively music, and a special ball drop before bedtime. In addition to the full Aquarium Aglow experience, this event will have a DJ spinning party music, face painting, and more exciting surprises. Adult beverages may be purchased separately.

Price: Free - $35 (Aquarium members receive 20% off)

Pop the cork, count down the clock, and cheer the new year at Little Pine's New Year's Eve Bash. Enjoy a  celebratory evening filled with live music, champagne specials, tasty bites, and delightful cocktails. Don your NYE ensemble and get ready to dance the night away. Tickets include an open bar, passed canapes, party favors, live entertainment, a ball drop, and a complimentary champagne toast. VIP Gondolas are available.

Price: $125 - $1,000

Celebrate the arrival of the New Year in style at the Brew Years Eve Masquerade! Join us for a night filled with laughter, music, and, of course, delicious brews. Get ready to dance the night away to The Yacht Club, South Carolina's smoothest rock band! Sip on your favorite New Realm brews and spirits, enjoy the luxury buffet, and indulge in a complimentary champagne toast! Remember to dress to impress and wear your most captivating mask to add an air of mystery to the evening. Access to the exclusive cigar lounge may be purchased separately.

Price: $100 - $155

Downtown Charleston's only bowling alley and arcade bar, The Alley, is hosting this year's most affordable all-inclusive NYE party! This fun-filled event will feature a silent disco, Beats from DJ Phamtastik, free bowling and arcade games, a photographer, light hors d'oeuvres, Beer, Wine & Spirits ( plus a Champagne Toast at midnight), and more! The dress code for this event is cocktail attire.

Price: $85

Dance the night away with live music, passed canapés, and select beer, wine, and cocktails.

Price: $175

Ring in the New Year in the buzzy lounge of the Charleston Place's lobby bar. Sip and savor New Year's Eve drinks, enjoy themed swag to take home, and celebrate with loved ones as they show the televised Ball Drop. 

Price: Free; first-come, first-served

The famous Folly Beach Flip-Flop Drop will take place in the heart of Center Street which will be closed to traffic as revelers enjoy local restaurants and family-friendly festivities. At midnight, the huge, sparkly flip-flops will descend to mark the beginning of the new year. Followed immediately by a spectacular fireworks show over the beach!

Price: Free

One of Charleston's most well-loved and historical downtown bars is hosting an NYE bash- free of charge!

Price: Free

Join LO-Fi Brewing for a New Year's Celebration featuring some of Charleston's finest indie bands. Food from Sky High Heavenly Hotdogs will be available plus a complimentary champagne toast at midnight.

Price: $25 - $35

The Restoration Hotel is hosting a ~groovy~ New Year's Eve party complete with a live band, silent disco, DJ, light bites, and cocktails. Guests can purchase VIP tickets to get access to Studio 77 for an inclusive speakeasy experience, complete with an espresso martini bar and enhanced food options.

Price: $150 - $200

This high-energy arts celebration offers a day of family fun to mark the New Year in Charleston. The annual party takes place in the heart of Downtown Charleston and features street performances, dancing,  food trucks, and kid-friendly activities. This event is alcohol-free and runs from 4 pm to 10:30 pm.

Price: Free

Crawl 'Til the Ball Falls, hosted by BarCrawlerz, claims to feature "the best drink specials at the best bars in town." Participating bars include John King Grill & Dueling Piano Bar (you MUST start here to pick up your wristbands!), Bedford Falls, Big Gun Burger Bar, The Lucky Luchador, Queology, Republic of Pizza, and more! Your wristband gets you into any of the participating bars with no cover, plus drink specials all night!

Price: $20 - $60

At the end of the night (or early the next morning), come home to your perfect vacation rental and start the new year on the water! Visit our website or call (877) 392-2723 to book your stay today!

*All listed events are available at the time of article publishing. They will be updated as needed. Photos used in this article are the property of each appropriate event. Island Realty does not claim ownership of these photos.

If you would like your event to be included in our roundup, please email jesie@islandrealty.com with event information.