What better way to say goodbye to 2025 and hello to 2026 than by doing something fun and festive in a warm and charming destination like Savannah, Georgia? At South Key Management, we love the holidays and look forward to celebrating New Year’s Eve in Savannah each year. The fun decorations and memorable events make New Year’s in Savannah an unforgettable experience for the entire family!
Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly fireworks display along Savannah’s Waterfront or a high-energy party at one of Savannah’s rooftop bars, this list of the best things to do in Savannah for New Year’s Eve includes a range of fun options to ring in the New Year in Savannah!
Key Takeaways
- Watch fireworks light up the night — Whether you stay in town to watch the fireworks over the Savannah River or drive to Tybee Island to marvel at the sparkling fireworks over the ocean, Savannah’s New Year’s Eve fireworks displays are an unforgettable way to ring in the New Year!
- Attend a glamorous event — From high-energy party cruises and classy galas to vibrant disco dance parties and upscale events at rooftop bars and cocktail lounges around the city, there are plenty of opportunities to dress up and hit the town on New Year’s Eve in Savannah.
- Celebrate with the whole family — Ringing in 2026 with young children? From family-friendly dinner cruises to arts and crafts projects and science experiments at local museums, there are plenty of ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Savannah with kids of all ages!
Best New Year’s Eve Events, Parties, and Fireworks Displays in Savannah
1. Savannah Riverboat Cruises
What better way to celebrate New Year’s Eve than appreciating the stunning skyline of Savannah from out on the water? Savannah Riverboat Cruises offers three special seasonal cruises on Wednesday, December 31st, 2025, to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Savannah this year:
- New Year’s Eve Dinner Cruise — This family-friendly New Year’s Eve Dinner Cruise includes a buffet-style dinner and live music! The cruise lasts from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, and tickets cost $99.95 for adults and $52.95 for children aged 5 to 12 years old. Children four and under are free.
- New Year’s Eve Party Cruise — If you’re looking for a fun, energetic, and high-energy way to ring in the New Year in Savannah, this New Year’s Eve Party Cruise for 21+ is the place to be for live entertainment, hors d’oeuvres, party favors, and a cash bar. Tickets cost $99.95, and the cruise lasts three hours, departing at 9:30 PM and returning at 12:30 AM, after the start of 2026!
- New Year’s Eve Gala Cruise — Looking for an excuse to get dressed up on New Year’s Eve? This fashionable New Year’s Eve Gala Cruise encourages guests to wear classy cocktail attire for a seated surf and turf dinner. This cruise is for adults aged 21 and above, with a cost of $239 per person. The cruise departs at 9:30 PM and returns at 12:30 AM on New Year’s Day.
2. New Year’s Eve Fireworks on Tybee Island
If spending New Year’s Eve on the beach sounds appealing, you’ll love heading to Tybee Island for the annual New Year’s Eve Fireworks at the Tybee Island Pier & Pavilion! Although details for this year’s event have not yet been released, last year’s event kicked off with a disco dance party at 9 PM and concluded with a fireworks spectacular at midnight. This family-friendly event is free and a fun way to ring in the New Year in Savannah for all ages.
Local Tip: Come back to Tybee Island on New Year’s Day for the Polar Plunge, when thousands of locals and visitors jump into the ice-cold waters of the Atlantic Ocean for a thrilling start to 2026! You can register for this event online to secure a souvenir t-shirt and for a chance to win cash prizes.
3. River Street Fireworks
If you’re looking for a fireworks display a little closer to home, head down to Savannah’s Waterfront to watch fireworks light up the Savannah River at midnight!
Prior to midnight, restaurants, bars, and hotels on River Street offer live music, dancing, special menus with delicious food, themed parties, and other fun and festive events. However, as midnight approaches, crowds gather next to the river for the main event — the ten-minute fireworks show, launched from a barge on the Savannah River. This free, family-friendly event is a great way to celebrate the New Year with family and friends in Savannah.
4. City Market New Year’s Eve Celebration
Want to spend the evening doing something laid-back and low-key? If so, stroll through City Market in Savannah’s Historic District for an evening of dining, shopping, art, and entertainment.
City Market is an 18th-century-style open-air market renowned as one of the most popular shopping destinations in Savannah. However, on New Year’s Eve, City Market hosts special events, including live music performances, one-of-a-kind vendors, and exclusive menus at the restaurants, making it an especially wonderful place to spend the evening. The specifics of the events vary from year to year, so check back as New Year’s Eve approaches for information about this year’s festivities.
5. Studio 24 New Year’s Eve Disco Party
The award for the most lavish, exciting, and ultra-luxurious New Year’s Eve party in Savannah goes to Studio 24 in the Salzburg Ballroom of the Plant Riverside District!
Partygoers will love this high-energy event that includes a four-course gourmet dinner, a luxury open bar, and a star-studded dance party! The event features a live DJ, famous vocalists, and a midnight champagne toast, during which guests can watch a stunning fireworks display from the private terrace. Although details for this year’s event have not been released, in previous years, tickets cost $399 per person. Check back with the Plant Riverside District for more information as the evening approaches.
6. Noon Year’s Eve Celebration at the Children’s Museum of Pooler
If you have young kids, you already know the chances of them (and you!) staying up until midnight are pretty slim. The Children’s Museum of Pooler, located 30 minutes from Savannah, doesn’t think kids should have to miss out on the holiday fun… which is why the museum hosts a “Noon” Year’s Eve Celebration on New Year’s Eve!
This event, which lasts from 9 AM to 1 PM on the morning of New Year’s Eve, offers fun crafts and science experiments for kids while counting down the hours until noon (instead of midnight!), which is celebrated with a confetti pop! Kids are welcome to come in their pajamas for a fun, festive, and laid-back celebration.
7. Parties & Events at Savannah Rooftop Bars
Though Savannah has no shortage of rooftop bars with great views, vibes, and, of course, cocktails, the following venues are known for hosting fun holiday events, making them great choices for celebrating New Year’s Eve:
- Peregrin— Located at the top of the Perry Lane Hotel, Peregrin is one of the most elegant and stylish rooftop bars in Savannah, offering stunning views of the city’s one-of-a-kind historic architecture. Last year, Peregrin hosted a New Year’s Eve Bash, so check back as the big day approaches for details about this year’s glamorous rooftop party!
- Top Deck— With spectacular views of the Savannah River, Top Deck is a great place to sip on cocktails on New Year’s Eve while watching the midnight fireworks light up the night! Top Deck typically hosts an exclusive New Year’s Eve party featuring all-night hors d’oeuvres and, in the past, has offered VIP packages with premium champagne and reserved seating.
- The Lost Square— This Savannah rooftop bar and restaurant, with a menu inspired by the city’s historic squares and nautical heritage, hosts an unforgettable night of fun for NYE. Ticket holders can enjoy fabulous cocktails, a midnight toast, a delicious buffet, party favors, a photo booth, live music, and spectacular views of Savannah’s Waterfront.
- Bar Julian— Known as Savannah’s tallest rooftop bar, Bar Julian is known for hosting fun parties and events on New Year’s Eve. Last year, this rooftop bar hosted a Fever Dream Disco Ball Drop, featuring a complimentary champagne toast, light bites, and live music from DJ Jason B. James.
Celebrate a Spectacular Savannah New Year’s Eve with South Key Management
If spending New Year’s Eve in Savannah is a bucket list item, don’t worry — it’s not too late!
Browse our collection of charming vacation homes in Savannah’s Historic District to find the perfect place to stay with your friends and family this New Year’s Eve. From all of us at South Key Management, we wish you and your loved ones a happy and healthy 2026!
