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Where to ring out 2025 with parties and fun

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New Year's Eve is around the corner, closing out a 2025 full of extraordinary experiences. Add an energetic, festive year-end party to your list and finish the year on a high note.

Book your spot at one of these locations around the Island, with celebrations that will set the tone for a joyful start to 2026.

**All of these events take place on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025.

🏨 Hotels to ring out 2025:

2025 New Year's Eve Party

Location: Courtyard by Marriott Isla Verde Beach Resort, 7012 C. Avenue Boca de Cangrejos, Carolina, 00979, Puerto Rico

Date: Dec. 31, 2025

Hours: From 6:00 p.m.

Reservations: (939) 246-5960 | events@sjcourtyard.com

Cost: From $90 adults | $55 children

Welcome 2026 with style, dancing and music by Orquesta Mulenze, A Son de Guerra, Pleneros con Sabor and DJ Rock Hand. You can also reserve your table with special dinner packages at the hotel's restaurants, Mero and Salón del Mar. Call 939-246-5960 for more information.

Starlit Beginnings New Year's Eve Event

Location: Condado Vanderbilt Hotel, 1055 Ashford Ave, San Juan, 00907, Puerto Rico

Date: Dec. 31, 2025

Hours: From 8:00 p.m.

Reservations: 787-721-5500

Cost: Tickets here

Condado Vanderbilt Hotel will hold its Starlit Beginnings New Year's Eve party. Immerse yourself in a night of live orchestras, an impressive tribute to Olga Tañón and high-energy DJ music. Expect an elegant atmosphere and memories to last.

Despide el 2025 y recibe el 2026 con estilo

Location: Four Points Caguas, 500 Alhambra En Granada Blvd, Caguas, 00726, Puerto Rico

Date: Dec. 31, 2025

Hours: 7:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.

Reservations: 787-653-1111

Cost: Packages from $35 – $95 for children | From $75 – $189 for adults

Four Points Caguas offers three different packages for an extraordinary night of food, cocktails, live music and anticipation for 2026. The options are the premium Monarca Ballroom ($189 adult | $95 child), followed by the Mezzazine ($140, adults only) and the Flor de Caña ($75 adult | $35 child).

Call 787-635-1111 or reach out through their social media for more details on their offerings.

Despedida de Año 2025 en el Hotel Vista Bahía

Location: Hotel Vista Bahía, Playita Final, 296 Cll A, Playita, Salinas 00751, Puerto Rico

Date: Dec. 31, 2025

Hours: From 7:00 p.m.

Reservations: 787-824-6688

Cost: Adults $129.99 +tax | Children under 12 $79.99 +tax

Say goodbye to the old year at Hotel Vista Bahía in Salinas. Guests will enjoy paella jíbara, cocktails and live music by Orquesta Caliver, Orquesta Pa'l Bailador and a batucada. The after-party will follow at Mojito Grill and Sports Bar, where a DJ will keep the dance floor going.

NYE Grand Salsa Ball

Location: Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve, 200 Coco Beach Blvd. Highway, 955-I, Río Grande, 00745, Puerto Rico

Date: Dec. 31, 2025

Hours: From 7:30 p.m.

Reservations: Ticketera.com

Salsa fans, welcome the new year with plenty of flavor and celebration! Ring in the year to the music and voices of Norberto Vélez and el Guaynaa at the Ballroom Gala at Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve. Then, the countdown to 2026 moves outdoors with Oscarito Serrano, a batucada, pleneros and dancing.

The ticket also includes dinner, an open bar, live entertainment, a midnight toast, a fireworks show and more.

Fiesta de Año Nuevo 2026

Location: Hotel El Guajataca, PR-2, #6301, Quebradillas 00678, Puerto Rico

Date: Dec. 31, 2025

Hours: From 7:00 p.m.

Reservations: 787-895-3070 | Tickets here

Cost: $110 per person (does not include sales tax).

Ring in the New Year facing the Atlantic Ocean from Hotel El Guajataca, in Isabela. There will be a gala dinner, welcome drinks and live music by Grupo Allegro. There will also be a fireworks show. Reserve your spot and enjoy a magical night.

2026 New Year Party

Location: Parador Villa Parguera, PR-304 KM 3.3, Lajas, 00667, Puerto Rico

Date: Dec. 31, 2025

Hours: From 7:00 p.m.

Reservations: 787-899-7777

Cost: Contact the hotel for details

If you're looking for an all-inclusive stay for New Year's Eve, consider the package at Parador Villa Parguera. It includes a double room, welcome cocktail, buffet dinner, entertainment and live music, a midnight celebration with asopao and a toast, buffet breakfast and late checkout. Reserve your spot soon, as few remain.

All White NYE Party – White Beach Chic – New Year's Eve Celebration

Location: Copamarina Beach Resort and Spa, PR-333 Km 6.5, Guánica, 00653, Puerto Rico

Date: Dec. 31, 2025

Hours: From 8:00 p.m.

Reservations: 787-821-0505 ext. 725 | reservations@copamarina.com

Cost: $189 per person (13+) | $89 per child (5–12) | 0–4 years: Free | Boletos aquí

Welcome 2026 with Atlantic views, dressed elegantly in white, at the All White NYE Party at Copamarina Beach Resort. The celebration will include an open bar, Puerto Rican food with a spit-roasted pig, live music, fireworks and more.

Midnight Mirage – New Year's Eve Event

Location: La Concha Resort Puerto Rico, 1077 Ashford Ave, San Juan, 00907, Puerto Rico

Date: Dec. 31, 2025

Hours: From 8:00 p.m.

Reservations: events@laconcharesort.com (for VIP Group and lounge reservations)

Cost: Boletos aquí

New Year's Eve at La Concha is synonymous with glamour, energy and elegance. Enjoy the sophisticated atmosphere with live music by Joseph Fonseca and DJ EU. You can also choose your experience among the main event, the VIP area and the terrace and lounge areas.

Countdown to 2026: A Night to Remember

Location: Hilton Ponce Golf & Casino Resort, 1150 Av. Caribe, Ponce, 00716, Puerto Rico

Date: Dec. 31, 2025

Hours: From 7:00 pm

Reservations: 787-259-7676 ext 5104

Cost: Adults: $195 + tax | Ages 12-17: $115 + tax | Children under 12: $70 + tax | Parking $9 + tax

Hilton Ponce Golf & Casino Resort invites you to ring out 2025 on its grounds with festivities starting at 7:00 p.m. The evening includes a buffet dinner and open bar, live music by Orquesta Sin Prisa and a DJ who will keep the dance floor going from 9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Reserve your spot now, as space is limited.

Despedida de Año 2025

Location: Hotel Aloft de Ponce, 1150 Av. Caribe, Ponce, 00716, Puerto Rico

Date: Dec. 31, 2025

Hours: From 8:00 p.m.

Reservations: 787-861-7080

Cost: $179.00 Adults | $99 Ages 17 and under

Enjoy New Year's Eve at Aloft de Ponce with four entertainment stages. The main stage will feature Milly Quezada, Barreto El Show and Los Ke Zone. In the lobby, DJ Pollix will set the mood with his set. At Hard Rock Café, rock band Blind Date will perform, and at Casino BonVoyage, José Aníbal will take the stage. Plenty of celebration and music to start 2026.

Sparkling NYE Dinner at Nectar del Caribe – Caribe Hilton

Location: Caribe Hilton, 1 C. San Gerónimo, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico

Date: Dec. 31, 2025

Hours: 8:00 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.

Reservations: 787-721-0303

Cost: Boletos aquí

Join the celebrations at Caribe Hilton to enjoy cocktails from the open bar and a festive buffet with extraordinary culinary creations. You can also dance your way into 2026 with live DJ music and ocean views.

Show de Despedida de Año: El Super Parrandón

Location: Mayagüez Resort & Casino, 585 PR-104, Mayagüez, 00682, Puerto Rico

Date: December 31, 2025

Hours: 7:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.

Reservations: 787-805-1030 ext. 3200

Cost: $165 per person

Move your hips and your feet to the sound of merengue singer Melina León, who will perform at El Súper Parradón at Mayagüez Resort & Casino. Attendees will find a buffet dinner from 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. After that, it's time to dance with Melina, Grupo Gelo Sabor 80's and Los Pleneros del Callejón. And after ringing in 2026, enjoy a bowl of asopao.

Noche en Blanco – NYE Party

Location: Wyndham Palmas Beach & Golf Boutique Resort, 170 Candelero Dr., Palmas del Mar, 00791 Humacao, Puerto Rico

Date: December 31, 2025

Hours: 8:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.

Reservations: 787-888-6000

Cost: Ticketera.com

Dress in white for an elegant New Year's Eve at Wyndham Palmas. There will be live entertainment, festive surprises and a lively atmosphere to ring in the New Year. Visit ticketera.com to reserve your spot.

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🎉 Free events

If you're looking for different options to celebrate the new year that fit your budget, keep in mind that you can head to the public plazas in the municipalities, which each have their own way of seeing out the year. If you want to get out of the metro area, be sure to check what celebrations are planned in the town of your choice.

New Year's Eve in Mayagüez

Date: December 30, 2025

Hours: from 8:00 p.m.

Location: Plaza Almirante Cristobal Colón, Viejo San Juan

The Municipality of Mayagüez invites you to ring out the year one night early, with performances by Grupo Manía, Alex DJ & Puerto Rico Gana. "Come with your family and friends to celebrate together the close of the year in an atmosphere of joy and good company," Mayor Jorge Ramos said on his social media.

Pre-New Year's Eve in Culebra

Date: December 30, 2025

Hours: from 6:00 p.m.

Location: Balneario Flamenco, Culebra

Culebra is getting ready to see out 2025 in a big way. The Autoridad de Conservación y Desarrollo de Culebra, together with its President and Mayor of the Island, Hon. Edilberto Romero Llovet, cordially invite the community to the Pre-Despedida de Año 2025-2026.

Gran Despedida de Año 2025

Date: December 30, 2025

Hours: From 7:00 p.m.

Location: Rest Don Carlos, Carr 149 km 12.1, Ciales, 00660, Puerto Rico

Reservations: 787-871-5491

Cost: Free admission

If you want to get ahead of the Dec. 31 celebrations, Don Carlos in Ciales opens its doors for a pre-New Year's Eve party. The evening promises rhythm and tradition with performances by Daniel Díaz and Alexander López, plus batuplena to give the night an authentic Puerto Rican flavor. Robert DJ will keep everyone on the dance floor. It's a good option if you prefer to celebrate a day early in a warm, family-friendly setting.

New Years Eve Salsero

Date: December 30, 2025

Hours: From 7:00 p.m.

Location: Eco's Sports Park, San Juan

Reservations: Contact them through their social media

Cost: Free admission

A salsa fan? Eco's Sports Park has the right plan for you. On Dec. 30, they're hosting a night where salsa takes center stage. Luis Vazquez and Grupo Sin Nombre will set the musical mood, and if you want to pick up some new moves, there will be a free salsa class courtesy of Florbotta. There will also be pleneros and a Happy Hour to keep the energy going. A solid option for dancers who want to get the party started early.

NYE Party

Date: December 31, 2025

Location: Machete, Calle Cierra, San Juan

Reservations: Contact them through their social media

Cost: Free admission

Machete is gearing up for a marathon celebration that crosses from one year into the next. DJ Overlord will be in charge of the soundtrack for a party that is expected to run until the crowd gives out. If your idea of ringing in 2026 is dancing nonstop and keeping the celebration going until the first morning of the new year, this is your stop.

The Sounds of Puerto Rico – New Year's Rocking Eve -Distrito T-Mobile

Date: Dec. 31, 2025

Time: from 6:00 p.m.

Location: Distrito T-Mobile, San Juan

The event is free, but it also offers three access options. Attendees can reserve dining experiences in two seatings: the first from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and the second from 8:45 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. An open-bar standing experience is also available, running from 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

Reservations are processed through Ticketera. The celebration will include live musical performances, festive entertainment and the official countdown to ring in 2026, all in one venue.

The Sounds of Puerto Rico: New Year's Eve Edition – Utuado

Date: Dec. 31, 2025

Location: Estadio Ramón Cabañas

Time: from 9:00 p.m.

Discover Puerto Rico will offer two simultaneous New Year's Eve celebrations with no admission charge for residents and visitors. The events, titled "The Sounds of Puerto Rico: New Year's Eve Edition," will take place for the first time in parallel at DISTRITO T-MOBILE in San Juan and Estadio Ramón Cabañas in Utuado. The festivities will be broadcast live on WAPA-TV from 9:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., allowing audiences across the Island to enjoy both celebrations.

Fiesta de la Calle Núñez Romeu

Date: Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026

Time: From 4:00 p.m.

Location: Plaza Pública Ramón Frade León, Cayey

Cost: Free

Cayey kicks off 2026 with a street celebration for the whole family at the Plaza Pública. The lineup is varied: Victoria Sanabria opens at 4:45 p.m., La Banda BLB continues at 6:00 p.m., and Joseph Fonseca closes at 8:00 p.m. It is a good opportunity to start the year with your people in a festive, relaxed atmosphere, with quality music and no cost.

Despedida de año Los Trailers en Bayamón

Date: Dec. 27, 2025

Time: from 8:00 p.m.

Location: Los Trailers de Bayamón

The municipality of Bayamón continues its December calendar with a musical performance scheduled for this Saturday, Dec. 27, at 7:00 p.m. in the Los Trailers area. The evening will include performances by D'Compadres along with Aníbal de Gracia and Batukealo.

Despedida de año en Barceloneta

Date: Dec. 27, 2025

Time: from 7:00 p.m.

Location: Plaza Pública José Cordero, Barceloneta

The event will feature performances by well-known tropical music artists. Alambre Dulce opens the night at 8:30 p.m., followed by Michael Stuart at 9:30 p.m., and Grupo Manía closes at 11:30 p.m.

Among the attractions, attendees will be able to take photos with the Three Kings. The public is invited to bring their own cameras to capture the moment. Asopao will also be available for the first 400 people.

Despedida de año mañanera en Juana Díaz

Date: Dec. 28, 2025

Time: from 5:00 a.m.

Location: Parking lot behind the Reyes Magos at the Plaza Pública, Juana Díaz

The municipality of Juana Díaz will hold its traditional Despedida Simbólica de Año on Sunday, Dec. 28, at 5:00 a.m. in the Plaza Pública area, behind the Monumento de los Reyes Magos. The event will feature the El Mañanero program and live music by trovadores. The celebration will be broadcast simultaneously on Católica Radio 88.9 FM.

Eco Lounge, despedida musical 2025 – Cayey

Day: December 28, 2025

Hours: from 12:00 p.m.

Location: Eco Lounge Bar, Cayey

Eco Lounge Bar in Cayey will host a year-end musical event on Saturday, December 28, under the Concepto Musical El Cañuelazo.

The lineup includes performances by Elías Lama, Zabdiel Matos and Ricardo Mendoza, accompanied by live music from DJ Nelson. The repertoire will combine plena, salsa and DJ mixes. Admission is free and the event is family-oriented.

This content was translated with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI).