{"id":33354,"date":"2025-12-15T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-15T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/?p=33354"},"modified":"2025-12-30T09:57:55","modified_gmt":"2025-12-30T16:57:55","slug":"ring-in-2026-a-new-years-eve-dining-and-celebration-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/events\/ring-in-2026-a-new-years-eve-dining-and-celebration-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Ring in 2026: A New Year\u2019s Eve Dining and Celebration Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Arizona is pulling out all the stops this New Year\u2019s Eve with a dazzling mix of fine dining, festive parties, live music, and unique local traditions. From elegant prix fixe dinners with champagne to high-energy themed bashes and quirky celebrations, there\u2019s something for every taste and style. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>T. Cook\u2019s <\/strong>at <a href=\"https:\/\/royalpalmshotel.com\/\">Royal Palms Resort and Spa<\/a> offers a four-course prix fixe dinner featuring mini beef or mushroom wellingtons, decadent mains like seared duck breast and scallop linguine, and desserts including midnight gold or bananas foster flamb\u00e9. The dinner runs from 5 to 10 p.m., with pricing starting at $190 per adult and $75 for children 6-12. Reservations are required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/calascottsdale.com\/\">Cala Scottsdale<\/a><\/strong> transforms into Cala Blanc for an alpine-inspired all-white soir\u00e9e featuring dinner, wine pairings, entertainment, and a midnight sparkler celebration. Dinner reservations start at a $30 deposit with a $175 per-guest minimum spend. General admission includes a mini bottle of champagne and treats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111931\/12-31-2024-NYE-CALA-December-31-202400135-1.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"819\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-33365 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111931\/12-31-2024-NYE-CALA-December-31-202400135-1-1024x819.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111931\/12-31-2024-NYE-CALA-December-31-202400135-1-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111931\/12-31-2024-NYE-CALA-December-31-202400135-1-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111931\/12-31-2024-NYE-CALA-December-31-202400135-1-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111931\/12-31-2024-NYE-CALA-December-31-202400135-1-380x304.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111931\/12-31-2024-NYE-CALA-December-31-202400135-1-800x640.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111931\/12-31-2024-NYE-CALA-December-31-202400135-1-1160x928.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111931\/12-31-2024-NYE-CALA-December-31-202400135-1-80x64.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111931\/12-31-2024-NYE-CALA-December-31-202400135-1.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>La Fogata<\/strong> at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thescottsdaleresort.com\/\">The Scottsdale Resort &amp; Spa<\/a> presents a five-course dinner on December 31 from 5 to 9 p.m., starting with champagne-caviar oysters and Mayan-inspired bites, followed by starters like white asparagus salad or winter squash velout\u00e9 and entr\u00e9es such as filet of beef or cauliflower gnocchi. The evening concludes with layered chocolate cake or cr\u00e8me br\u00fbl\u00e9e and a live DJ after-party until 1 a.m. Tickets are $99.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ShadowRock Tap + Table<\/strong> at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hilton.com\/en\/hotels\/sdxsehh-hilton-sedona-resort-at-bell-rock\/things-to-do\/holidays\/\">Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock<\/a> hosts a three-course Southwestern-inspired dinner beginning at 4 p.m., including Mexican-style lobster bisque, achiote filet mignon with jumbo shrimp, and cajeta cr\u00e8me br\u00fbl\u00e9e for dessert. Guests toast to 2026 with complimentary champagne. Prices are $89 per adult and $42 for children 12 and under.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bartershake.com\/\">Century Grand<\/a> offers immersive NYE celebrations <span style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">at each of its concepts (<strong>Platform 18, UnderTow, and Grey Hen<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>RX<\/strong>) from 10:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., featuri<\/span>ng themed cocktails, food pairings, and a champagne toast with a&nbsp;caviar bump. Ticket prices start at $129.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111614\/Copy-of-ShadowRock-Dining-Patio-Fire-Pit.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-33357 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111614\/Copy-of-ShadowRock-Dining-Patio-Fire-Pit-1024x683.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111614\/Copy-of-ShadowRock-Dining-Patio-Fire-Pit-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111614\/Copy-of-ShadowRock-Dining-Patio-Fire-Pit-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111614\/Copy-of-ShadowRock-Dining-Patio-Fire-Pit-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111614\/Copy-of-ShadowRock-Dining-Patio-Fire-Pit-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111614\/Copy-of-ShadowRock-Dining-Patio-Fire-Pit-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111614\/Copy-of-ShadowRock-Dining-Patio-Fire-Pit-1160x773.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111614\/Copy-of-ShadowRock-Dining-Patio-Fire-Pit-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111614\/Copy-of-ShadowRock-Dining-Patio-Fire-Pit.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lucero <\/strong>at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omnihotels.com\/hotels\/tempe-asu\">Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU<\/a> offers a luxurious four-course New Year\u2019s Eve dinner from 5 to 10 p.m., featuring an amuse-bouche, a champagne toast, elegant starters, and entr\u00e9es such as Coal-Charred Tenderloin or Chilean Seabass. Desserts complete the celebratory experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prado <\/strong>at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omnihotels.com\/hotels\/scottsdale-montelucia\">Omni Scottsdale Resort &amp; Spa at Montelucia<\/a> presents a five-course prix fixe dinner with live music and a midnight champagne toast, highlighting dishes like Tuna Crudo, Albarino-brined Quail, and Braised Australian Bison Short Rib. Seatings are available from 5-6 p.m. and 8-9 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111620\/PHXASU-holiday-suite.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"819\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-33358 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111620\/PHXASU-holiday-suite-1024x819.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111620\/PHXASU-holiday-suite-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111620\/PHXASU-holiday-suite-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111620\/PHXASU-holiday-suite-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111620\/PHXASU-holiday-suite-380x304.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111620\/PHXASU-holiday-suite-800x640.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111620\/PHXASU-holiday-suite-1160x928.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111620\/PHXASU-holiday-suite-80x64.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111620\/PHXASU-holiday-suite.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ursadesert.com\/\">Ursa<\/a> <\/strong>celebrates with a six-course tasting menu featuring Sonoran Desert ingredients, paired with alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages. Dinner begins at 5 p.m., and tickets are $200 per guest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/santanbrewing.com\/\">SanTan Brewing<\/a><\/strong> hosts a family-friendly New Year\u2019s Eve with dinner specials, craft beer, and a complimentary SanTan Espresso Martini toast at midnight. The celebration starts at 5 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/santanbrewing.com\/pubs\/spirit-house-cocktails-kitchen\/\">Spirit House<\/a><\/strong> offers a Roaring Twenties-themed New Year\u2019s Eve celebration with elevated dishes, craft cocktails, and a complimentary midnight Fernet de SanTan toast. The event begins at 3 p.m. and is 21+.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.foundrehotels.com\/\">FOUND:RE<\/a><\/strong> brings a Moulin Rouge-inspired NYE bash with DJs, entertainment, and all-inclusive drink packages. Tickets start at $100 for general admission and $125 for VIP access. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111626\/20251004-FUJI4193.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"819\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-33359 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111626\/20251004-FUJI4193-1024x819.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111626\/20251004-FUJI4193-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111626\/20251004-FUJI4193-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111626\/20251004-FUJI4193-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111626\/20251004-FUJI4193-380x304.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111626\/20251004-FUJI4193-800x640.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111626\/20251004-FUJI4193-1160x928.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111626\/20251004-FUJI4193-80x64.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111626\/20251004-FUJI4193.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepemberton.com\/\">The Pemberton<\/a><\/strong>\u2019s Gatsby-inspired NYE Ball begins at 7 p.m. with live music, interactive entertainment, and a midnight champagne toast. General admission is $99, with a VIP package available for $350, including a room stay for two. Guests are encouraged to dress in elegant 1920s attire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ZuZu<\/strong> at <a href=\"https:\/\/hotelvalleyho.com\/\">Hotel Valley Ho<\/a> serves specials for NYE dinner, including Osetra caviar, oysters, Iberico sticky ribs, and bone marrow Yorkshire pudding. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mountainshadows.com\/dining\/hearth\/\"><strong>Hearth \u201861<\/strong><\/a> offers a four-course NYE menu featuring Hiramasa tartare, duck confit, surf &amp; turf, and chocolate torte with raspberry gelato. Seatings are at 6:30 p.m. for $185 per person and 9:30 p.m. for $195, including a midnight champagne toast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111630\/Spirit-House-3.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-33360 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111630\/Spirit-House-3-1024x683.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111630\/Spirit-House-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111630\/Spirit-House-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111630\/Spirit-House-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111630\/Spirit-House-3-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111630\/Spirit-House-3-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111630\/Spirit-House-3-1160x773.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111630\/Spirit-House-3-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111630\/Spirit-House-3.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mothertuckerstavern.com\/\">Mother Tucker\u2019s Tavern<\/a><\/strong> hosts a casual NYE celebration from 9-11 p.m., offering a $65 dinner &amp; drinks special or a $90 penny drink pass. Guests can enjoy an Italian-style buffet and cocktails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/backyarddesertridge.com\/\">Backyard Desert Ridge<\/a><\/strong> offers a festive NYE from 10 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. with aerial performers, live music, DJs, and drink passes starting at $20. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/backyardgilbert.com\/\">Backyard Gilbert<\/a><\/strong> features dueling pianos followed by a DJ and a midnight champagne toast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prime Steakhouse<\/strong> at <a href=\"https:\/\/playatgila.com\/\">Gila River Resorts &amp; Casinos Wild Horse Pass<\/a> delivers a five-course prix fixe dinner with rooftop views of the Estrella Mountains, including Wagyu carpaccio, filet mignon, and Golden NYE Ferrero Rocher. The menu runs from 4-10 p.m. with reservations required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111638\/Prime-Meal-1080x1080-10.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"819\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-33361 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111638\/Prime-Meal-1080x1080-10-1024x819.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111638\/Prime-Meal-1080x1080-10-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111638\/Prime-Meal-1080x1080-10-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111638\/Prime-Meal-1080x1080-10-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111638\/Prime-Meal-1080x1080-10-380x304.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111638\/Prime-Meal-1080x1080-10-800x640.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111638\/Prime-Meal-1080x1080-10-1160x928.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111638\/Prime-Meal-1080x1080-10-80x64.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111638\/Prime-Meal-1080x1080-10.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Gila River Resorts<\/strong> &amp; Casinos also hosts themed NYE parties, including \u201cGold &amp; Co.\u201d with a Bee Gees tribute, \u201cStudio 54\u201d at <a href=\"https:\/\/playatgila.com\/gaming\/lone-butte\/\">Lone Butte<\/a>, \u201cNYE Wild West\u201d at <a href=\"https:\/\/playatgila.com\/resorts\/vee-quiva\/\">Vee Quiva<\/a>, and \u201cThe Golden Age of Hollywood\u201d at <a href=\"https:\/\/playatgila.com\/promotions\/santan-mountain\/\">Santan Mountain<\/a>, featuring food, drinks, and live entertainment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sexy Roman<\/strong> at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriott.com\/en-us\/hotels\/phxwh-w-scottsdale\/overview\/\">W Scottsdale<\/a> presents an Italian-inspired NYE celebration with a multi-course prix fixe menu featuring pastas, seafood, and premium entr\u00e9es, paired with late-night entertainment and a midnight toast. First seating is $175 per guest, second seating is $250, including the toast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.georgeandgather.com\/\">George &amp; Gather<\/a><\/strong> offers a four-course prix fixe NYE dinner with optional wine pairings, including dishes like wagyu meatballs, pizza, roasted chicken, and decadent desserts. Seatings are available from 4-9 p.m., with meals starting at $70 per person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uchi.uchirestaurants.com\/location\/sushi-scottsdale\/\">Uchi Scottsdale<\/a><\/strong> hosts a specialty NYE omakase from 4 p.m. to midnight, featuring creative seafood and meat courses with optional beverage pairings. The dinner is $375 for two guests, with an $80 pairing option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111644\/georgegather_highres-87.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-33362 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111644\/georgegather_highres-87-1024x683.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111644\/georgegather_highres-87-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111644\/georgegather_highres-87-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111644\/georgegather_highres-87-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111644\/georgegather_highres-87-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111644\/georgegather_highres-87-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111644\/georgegather_highres-87-1160x773.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111644\/georgegather_highres-87-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11111644\/georgegather_highres-87.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.globalambassadorhotel.com\/\">The Global Ambassador<\/a><\/strong> hosts NYE dining across Le \u00c2me, th\u00e9a, and the Lobby Bar, featuring prix fixe menus, rooftop Mediterranean fare, live music, DJs, and a midnight countdown. Reservations are required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.phoenixsymphony.org\/\">The Phoenix Symphony<\/a><\/strong> presents \u201cNew Year\u2019s Eve All American Dance Party\u201d at Symphony Hall, led by Stuart Chafetz, and includes a complimentary champagne toast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hilton.com\/en\/hotels\/phxtypy-canopy-tempe-downtown\/\">Canopy by Hilton<\/a><\/strong> hosts NYElectric on its rooftop with cabanas, fire pits, multiple DJs, and party favors, offering panoramic city views and a prime spot for fireworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/weatherfordhotel.com\/\">The Weatherford Hotel<\/a><\/strong> continues its beloved Great Pinecone Drop, offering kid-friendly sparkling cider celebrations at Charly\u2019s and VIP adult festivities with drinks, dancing, and snacks. The event includes noon, 10 p.m., and midnight drop times. Tucson\u2019s quirky <a href=\"https:\/\/downtowntucson.org\/\">Taco Drop<\/a> returns with a giant plastic taco, silent disco, food trucks, fireworks, and live music, drawing a growing crowd each year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11112403\/DECA-24-DAY2-LIVE-DROPS-039.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"819\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-33366 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11112403\/DECA-24-DAY2-LIVE-DROPS-039-1024x819.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11112403\/DECA-24-DAY2-LIVE-DROPS-039-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11112403\/DECA-24-DAY2-LIVE-DROPS-039-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11112403\/DECA-24-DAY2-LIVE-DROPS-039-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11112403\/DECA-24-DAY2-LIVE-DROPS-039-380x304.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11112403\/DECA-24-DAY2-LIVE-DROPS-039-800x640.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11112403\/DECA-24-DAY2-LIVE-DROPS-039-1160x928.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11112403\/DECA-24-DAY2-LIVE-DROPS-039-80x64.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/11112403\/DECA-24-DAY2-LIVE-DROPS-039.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/decadencearizona.com\/\">Decadence Arizona<\/a><\/strong> at Phoenix Raceway lights up December 30\u201331 with electronic music headliners including Zedd, Kaskade, GRiZ, and more, creating Arizona\u2019s biggest NYE dance party. Two-day GA passes start around $180 with premium options available for an elevated experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.persepshenarizona.com\/\">Persepshen <\/a><\/strong>is ringing in the New Year with a one-night-only, six-course dinner featuring drink pairings. Guests will hear from the growers, ranchers, brewers, winemakers, and roasters behind the ingredients while enjoying dishes like black truffle Mediterranean salad and 90-day dry-aged Iberico pork ribs glazed in Schnepf Farms peach preserves. The evening begins with a patio cocktail hour and includes a complimentary parting gift, all for $175 per guest on December 31 at 6 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.arizonapartybike.com\/\">Arizona Party Bike<\/a>\u2019s <strong>New Year\u2019s Eve Crawl<\/strong> kicks off with a champagne toast before pedaling through Old Town Scottsdale with VIP entry to parties, festive swag like 2026 glasses and sparklers, and music-fueled fun along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/12170944\/New-Years-Eve-Photo-scaled-1.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-33374 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/12170944\/New-Years-Eve-Photo-scaled-1-1024x683.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/12170944\/New-Years-Eve-Photo-scaled-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/12170944\/New-Years-Eve-Photo-scaled-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/12170944\/New-Years-Eve-Photo-scaled-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/12170944\/New-Years-Eve-Photo-scaled-1-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/12170944\/New-Years-Eve-Photo-scaled-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/12170944\/New-Years-Eve-Photo-scaled-1-1160x773.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/12170944\/New-Years-Eve-Photo-scaled-1-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/12170944\/New-Years-Eve-Photo-scaled-1.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/courserestaurantaz.com\/\">COURSE<\/a> <\/strong>rings in the New Year with a champagne-welcomed dining experience featuring a 10-course tasting menu. Priced at $275 per guest, the evening showcases elevated dishes &#8211; from Kaluga caviar and Mushroom &amp; Foie Gras Soup to Chilean seabass and K4 Copper State Reserve beef &#8211; with optional truffle or Wagyu enhancements and wine pairings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rainbowryders.com\/locations\/phoenix\/\">Rainbow Ryders<\/a><\/strong> offers a stunning way to welcome 2026 with sunrise or sunset hot air balloon rides that deliver Sonoran Desert views, capped off with a champagne toast in the sky. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.andazscottsdale.com\/dining\/weft-and-warp\">Weft &amp; Warp<\/a><\/strong> will serve a special multi-course New Year\u2019s Eve dinner crafted by Executive Chef Sammy DeMarco, featuring starters, seafood, pasta, and entr\u00e9es, plus a decadent smoked white chocolate mousse for dessert. Guests can linger for the late-night festivities, with the bar open until midnight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northitalia.com\/\">North Italia<\/a><\/strong> is offering a special three-course New Year\u2019s Eve prix fixe menu, priced from $70 per person. The menu features elevated updates to favorites like Sicilian Meatballs and Spicy Vodka Rigatoni, alongside new dishes such as Blue Crab Cacio e Pepe Risotto, Lobster Mezzaluna, Hand-Cut Double Pork Chop, and Aged Bourbon &amp; Salted Caramel Affogato.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Kauboi <\/strong>at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriott.com\/en-us\/hotels\/phxda-the-remi-scottsdale-autograph-collection\/overview\/\">The REMI. Scottsdale<\/a> will be offering a chef-driven Prix Fixe Dinner on New Year\u2019s Eve with Japanese steakhouse favorites, including caviar, sushi, steak, and champagne, immersive d\u00e9cor, photo-ops, party favors, and a DJ. Reservations can be made&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.opentable.com\/booking\/restref\/availability?lang=en-US&amp;correlationId=ee10ad94-3e8c-4b8e-a3a2-068e79a12c89&amp;restRef=1430497&amp;otSource=Instagram&amp;otCampaign=NYE%20LIB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>. First seating is $175 per person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/19080256\/AK_PHXDA_REMI_KAUBOIBAR2.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-33394 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/19080256\/AK_PHXDA_REMI_KAUBOIBAR2-1024x683.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/19080256\/AK_PHXDA_REMI_KAUBOIBAR2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/19080256\/AK_PHXDA_REMI_KAUBOIBAR2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/19080256\/AK_PHXDA_REMI_KAUBOIBAR2-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/19080256\/AK_PHXDA_REMI_KAUBOIBAR2-380x254.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/19080256\/AK_PHXDA_REMI_KAUBOIBAR2-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/19080256\/AK_PHXDA_REMI_KAUBOIBAR2-1160x774.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/19080256\/AK_PHXDA_REMI_KAUBOIBAR2-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/19080256\/AK_PHXDA_REMI_KAUBOIBAR2.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Celebrate New Year\u2019s Eve at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ilovefatox.com\/\">Fat Ox<\/a><\/strong> with a four-course menu and a glass of bubbly, offered from 4 to 10:30 p.m. at $175 per person, with an optional $75 wine pairing. Guests can enjoy an amuse of caviar, fennel, and celeriac, followed by a selection of first, second, and third courses including Branzino, Linz Filet, Gramigna Cacio e Pepe, and more, with a decadent fourth-course dessert such as Tiramisu, Budino, or Pistachio Gelato.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ring in the New Year at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themexicano.com\/\">The Mexicano<\/a><\/strong> with authentic live Mexican music, its signature high-energy robot entertainment, and a DJ spinning all night long. Guests can toast to 2026 with a tequila toast at midnight while enjoying a special festive dining menu. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Celebrate New Year\u2019s Eve in classic Italian style at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theitaliano.com\/\">The Italiano<\/a><\/strong>. The evening will feature live piano music, a celebratory champagne and limoncello toast at midnight, and a specially curated menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/industrystandardaz.com\/\">Industry Standard<\/a><\/strong> will ring in New Year\u2019s Eve with an exclusive take on its signature Girl Dinner, available only on December 31. Guests can choose between two prix-fixe experiences: The&nbsp;Girl Dinner&nbsp;is priced at $25 and includes a glass of bubbles or a martini (sub a glass of Veuve for $25), a caviar bump, a Caesar salad, and spicy vodka pasta. The New Year\u2019s Eve Special Girl Dinner&nbsp;is available for $90 and features a glass of Veuve Clicquot, a caviar bump, a Caesar salad, potted crab in butter, a Clase Azul Reposado skinny margarita or espresso martini, and spicy vodka pasta. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/westsideconcepts.us\/\">Westside Concepts<\/a> is ringing in the New Year with festive prix-fixe dining at a few of its popular restaurants on December 31. Guests can celebrate with three-course New Year\u2019s Eve menus, happy hour drink pricing, and elevated dining experiences available from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., depending on location. At\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cantinagueros.com\/\">Cantina Gueros<\/a><\/strong>, guests can enjoy Sancho\u2019s Celebration Dinner for $25 per person and happy hour drink pricing throughout the evening. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/copperandsageaz.com\/\">Copper &amp; Sage<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0will offer a New Year\u2019s Eve Celebration Dinner priced at $30 per person, paired with happy-hour drink pricing and a wine-bottle special.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Celebrate New Year\u2019s at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pinyonrestaurant.com\/\">Pinyon Coastal Mediterranean<\/a><\/strong> from 11 a.m. to 1 a.m., featuring DJ Dior starting at 8 p.m. and a complimentary midnight champagne toast with party favors, plus hourly raffles benefiting the Branching Out Foundation, supporting Arizona\u2019s foster care and special needs children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ring in the New Year at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/buckandrider.com\/\">Buck &amp; Rider<\/a><\/strong> from 11 a.m. to midnight with champagne and 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