The countdown to 2026 is officially underway. As New Year’s Eve approaches, the city is preparing for a night of celebration filled with festive gatherings, standout menus, and elevated parties. Venues including Flight Club, Little Walter’s, and Stella of New Hope, Stratus Rooftop Lounge, The Twisted Tail, and Urban Farmer are offering a range of dine-in and takeaway experiences that set the stage for an unforgettable start to the new year.
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Flight Club, the world’s first Social Darts® experience in the heart of Center City Philadelphia, is open on New Year’s Eve from 12 PM to 1 AM, offering a high-energy, low-stress way to kick off the night’s celebrations. With standard reservations and no cover charge, guests can enjoy signature cocktails and a few rounds of social darts, making it the perfect first stop before heading into the evening. Flight Club is also featuring festive cocktails available for the occasion, including the Golden Orchard ($16) with Four Walls Irish American Whiskey, house made apple sour mix, cinnamon, and egg white, and the Peppermint Espresso Martini ($17) mixing Prairie Organic Vodka, peppermint, coffee, fudge, with a peppermint-rimmed glass. These limited-time drinks provide a flavorful start to the New Year’s festivities.
To secure a reservation at Flight Club for New Year’s Eve, click HERE.
Hours of operation: Monday through Thursday from 3 PM—11 PM, Friday from 12 PM—1 AM, Saturday from 11 AM—1 AM, Sunday from 11 AM—10 PM.
1417 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19102 | 215.923.2267 | Website | Instagram
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Little Walter’s, Philadelphia’s acclaimed contemporary Polish restaurant and bar from Chef Michael Brenfleck, will usher in New Year’s Eve with a refined yet approachable format that emphasizes flexibility and seasonal cooking. Standard dinner service will be offered for the evening, with the full à la carte menu available to showcase Brenfleck’s modern interpretations of Polish cuisine. In addition, the kitchen will present a five-course tasting menu priced at $75 per person, featuring a curated progression of dishes that culminates in dessert. Each course from the tasting menu will also be offered à la carte, giving guests the option to integrate individual selections into their meal.
Reservations are strongly encouraged, and can be made via OpenTable.
Hours of operation: Tuesday through Thursday from 4pm—9pm, Friday from 4pm—10pm, Saturday from 5pm—10pm, Sunday from 12pm—8pm
2049 E. Hagert St., Philadelphia, PA | 267.239.2228 | Website | Instagram
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Whether celebrating with a luxurious dinner, a lively dance party, or both, guests can welcome 2026 in style at Stella of New Hope, a scenic riverfront restaurant showcasing the flavors and ingredients of the region.
The night begins with an exclusive 4-Course Chef Tasting Dinner from 5pm – 9pm for $165 per person with an optional Wine Pairing for an additional $65 per person. The indulgent dinner also guarantees guests a discounted ($55 per person) ticket to the NYE DJ Dance Party. Those looking to dance their way into the new year can enjoy Stella’s New Year’s Eve DJ Dance Party from 9pm – 1am (must be 21+ to enter).
Reservations are available for both events via OpenTable or by calling Stella of New Hope directly at 267-740-2691. Parties interested in having the ultimate New Year’s Eve with both experiences must call the restaurant directly to purchase discounted party tickets for $55 per person.
Hours of operation: Dinner Tuesday through Thursday and Sunday from 4pm-9pm, Friday and Saturday from 4pm-10 pm; Brunch Friday through Sunday from 11am–2pm; Bar Menu Tuesday through Thursday and Sunday from 4pm-9pm, Friday and Saturday from 4pm-10 pm
50 S Main Street | 267.740.2691 | Website
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Stratus Rooftop Lounge, the chic rooftop bar and lounge atop the Hotel Monaco in Old City, will host its 5th annual NYE Bash on Wednesday, December 31st, from 9 PM to 1 AM. The celebration will feature live DJ sets throughout the night and two ticket options: Gold General Admission, priced at $50 per person, which includes a complimentary champagne toast at midnight, and Platinum Open Bar, priced at $115 per person, offering select open bar, light bites, and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Guests can also purchase a table with bottle service by contacting the venue.
Tickets can be purchased by clicking HERE.
Hours of operation: Thursday 5pm – 12pm, Friday 5pm – 2am, Saturday 5pm – 2am
433 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA | 215.925.2889 | Website Instagram Facebook
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The Twisted Tail, a Southern-inspired restaurant and live blues hotspot in Headhouse Square, invites guests to its 11th annual Burlesque & Blues celebration on New Year’s Eve, Tuesday, December 31, from 4 pm to 1 am. The evening offers a four-course prix fixe dinner, live music by Mikey Jr. and his band at the upstairs Juke Joint, and glamorous burlesque performances. Guests can choose from three packages: The Lindy Hop ($30), which includes party entry and a champagne toast at midnight; The Jive ($89), which adds the dinner and party admission; and The Charleston ($179), an all-inclusive VIP experience with reserved seating, the prix fixe dinner, and a three-hour premium open bar. A la carte dining is also available from 4 PM to 5:45 pm, along with a $15 Kid’s Menu for children under 10.
Tickets for the Lindy Hop and The Charleston can be purchased here, while reservations for The Jive can be made by phone or OpenTable. Early reservations are encouraged for the exclusive Charleston package, as seating is limited. Tax and gratuity are not included in ticket prices.
509 S. 2nd St. | 215.558.2471 | Website | Instagram | Facebook | X
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Urban Farmer, the modern American steakhouse located in the Logan Hotel known for its locally sourced ingredients and in-house butcher shop, is ringing in the new year with a selection of celebratory specials from Executive Chef Sonny Ingui, available alongside the restaurant’s à la carte menu on New Year’s Eve. Guests can enjoy highlights such asCrab and Caviar Tagliatelle ($30) with house made tagliatelle, jumbo lump, beluga caviar, and champagne cream; Black Cod and Truffles ($42) with salsify puree, brown butter crumble, maittake, scallions, and black winter truffles; and Land and Sea ($72) featuring an 1855 short rib, Hokkaido scallops, potato mille-feuille, romanesco, and bordelasie. For a sweet finish, guests can indulge in a Chocolate Peanut Butter Zuccoto ($14) with chocolate pate, peanut butter mousse, and caramelized banana, or Eggnog Bake Alaska ($15) with eggnog ice cream, biscoff cake, and merengue.
Reservations are highly encouraged and can be made here.
Hours of operation: Monday – Sunday 7am-11pm
1850 Benjamin Franklin Parkway | 215.963.2788 | Website | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook