New Year’s Eve

Thurston County offers a variety of winter festivities on New Year’s Eve. Traverse across the Olympia area, finding live performances, thrilling parties, and family-friendly activities. Whether you’re looking for an unforgettable New Year’s extravaganza or planning an action-packed itinerary with your little ones, Olympia is the ultimate New Year’s destination for all ages and party goers.

A Gilded Year ✧ New Year's Event at Noctua Emporium - December 28

420 Capitol Way S, Olympia WA

Step into the New Year rejuvenated, renewed, and radiant. As the old year exhales its final breath, join us for a day woven with intention, creativity, and community magic.

A Gilded Year is your invitation to slow down, manifest boldly, and reconnect with your inner spark before 2026 begins. Whether you're seeking clarity, connection, or simply a beautiful afternoon filled with witchy wonder — this event is for you.

What Awaits You:

• Spell Oil Station ~ Craft your own intention oil to carry into the new year.
• Tea Bar ~ Sip something warm, soothing, and magically curated.
• Manifestation Rituals ~ Call in your desires with guided intention-setting.
• Tarot Readings ~ Gain insight, clarity, and direction for the year ahead.
• Metaphysical + Maker Market ~ Shop local artisans and mystical creators.
• Free-To-Enter Raffle Giveaway ~ Visit each vendor table or make purchases for a chance to win a basket of goodies.

Times: Doors open at 6:30pm for a private dinner show with drag entertainment. Doors open at 9:00pm to the public for an after party variety show.

Admission: $30-$180

Altitude 15 - Grand Opening New Year's Celebration

225 State Ave NEOlympia, WA 98501

Join our community for the highly anticipated Grand Opening of Altitude 15—a sophisticated, ticketed celebration to ring in 2026 with elegance and flair. Guests will enjoy a hosted bar, complimentary gourmet bites, and games.

Times: 7:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.

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New Year’s Eve Celebration at Olympia Elk Lodge #186 - December 31

1818 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA 98506

Ring in the New Year with an unforgettable night of music, celebration, and community! Groove to your favorite hits with live entertainment from Seattle musician Andy Burnett, snack on delicious appetizers, and try your luck with prize drawings throughout the evening.

As the clock strikes midnight, raise a champagne toast and keep the celebration going until 12:15 AM on the dance floor. Afterward, refuel with a hearty breakfast served fresh at 12:15 AM.

Event Highlights:

• Live music by Seattle’s Andy Burnett
• Appetizers, party favors & prize drawings
• Midnight champagne toast
• Dancing until 12:15 AM
• Hearty breakfast to wrap up the night
• Doors open at 8 PM
• Elks members and guests welcome
• Plenty of parking available in the lodge lot

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Eat the Rich—NYE Celebration Pride Edition - December 31

414 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA 98501

Leave basic behind and step into a night of unapologetic queer extravagance this New Year's Eve.

EAT THE RICH is not just a party—it's a revolutionary toast to queer joy, chosen family, and the fabulous future we demand. Sink your teeth into a full-course experience featuring:

• A decadent dinner
• Dazzling drag performances
• Gut-busting queer comedy
• A live band to heat things up
• A DJ spinning until you forget capitalism
• A midnight burlesque spectacular that'll make your jaw drop
• Dress like the elite we’re feasting on—opulence, rebellion, and unrepentant glam encouraged. This isn’t just NYE, darling. It’s a riot in heels.

Times: Doors open at 6:30pm for a private dinner show with drag entertainment. Doors open at 9:00 pm to the public for an after-party variety show.
Admission: $30-$180

Artvana NYE Great Gatsby Masquerade

Beat Drop Kitchen - 1225 Ruddell Rd SE unit F Unit F, Lacey, WA 98503

Get ready to ring in the New Year in true Great Gatsby style - think glitz, glam, and mystery - at our masquerade bash! Dress sharp and don your most glamorous Gatsby-inspired mask for a night full of mystery, style, and dance. Join Cas & Jay for an unforgettable evening where the Roaring Twenties come alive.

Times: 9:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.
Admission: $12.50 – $321.96

Dance the Masquerade Ball at the Olympia Symphony Orchestra

512 Washington Street SE, Olympia, WA 98501

Ring in the New Year with music, movement, and a touch of mystery.​​

This is not your average concert—it’s Olympia’s most elegant party, and you’re invited. Join the Olympia Symphony Orchestra on New Year’s Eve at 5 PM for an unforgettable evening of music and celebration and waltz, swirl, and strut into 2026 together. Occurring at the Washington Center’s Main Stage under the baton of Alexandra Arrieche, the Olympia Symphony presents a glittering masquerade ball with music to match—from the graceful charm of Strauss and the timeless ballet beauty of Tchaikovsky, to the playful energy of Kabalevsky, and bold, iconic hits by Cher, Lady Gaga, and more.

• Times: 5:00 p.m.
• Admission: Tickets range from $10.00-$58.00, depending on seating location

Oly on Ice

529 4th Avenue West, Olympia, WA 98501

This annual winter tradition in Olympia unveils a winter wonderland on a pop-up ice rink. Located at Isthmus Park, Oly on Ice cultivates a festive atmosphere for skaters of all ages. Glide across this winter arena, or practice your spins on a smooth ice surface.

• Times: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
• Admission: $14 per person

Hands On Children's Museum

414 Jefferson Street NE, Olympia, Washington 98501

Explore a series of arts and crafts on New Year’s Eve at the Hands On Children's Museum Noon Year's Eve Party. These lessons feature sensory-friendly art sessions and gingerbread house cardboard engineering. Create candy-inspired noise makers, ribbon wands, decorate an ornament, and silkscreen a print. Watch exciting science experiments and launch the hot cocoa catapult with your little engineer.

• Times: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
• Admission: $18.95 online / $19.95 at the door