As December winds down, we turn our thoughts toward how we want to ring 2024 in. Whether you plan on spending it with loved ones or strangers who end the night as friends, there are plenty of ways for people of all ages to celebrate locally. You’ll want to hurry, as tickets sell out quick for these events. Here are the 2023 New Year’s Eve Events near Olympia and throughout Thurston County.
Noon Year’s Eve Party
December 31: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Hands On Children’s Museum
414 Jefferson Street NE, Olympia
For kids, you can celebrate New Year’s Eve in a Winter Wonder Fairy at the Hands On Children’s Museum Their Noon Year’s Eve Party allows families to celebrate the new year together. Discover Fairy Hollow, where kids can make wands, wings, teacup homes, crowns and more. Then, investigate toadstools and fairy rings, and go on a scavenger hunt. There will be a countdown, ball drop and dance party every hour. For more information and tickets visit the Hands On Children’s Museum website.
New Year’s Eve Party
December 31, 8 p.m. – 1 a.m.
Olympia Elks Lodge #186
1818 4th Avenue E, Olympia
Andy Burnett will entertain guests at the Olympia Elks Lodge NYE party in 2023. They will have appetizers and a breakfast served at 12:15 a.m.! Party favors, prize drawings and a champagne toast too. Get your tickets on Eventbrite.
New Year’s Eve Karaoke Party
December 31, 8 p.m.
Character’s Corner
6620 Sexton Drive NW, Olympia
Ring in the New Year belting out your favorites at this fun Karaoke Party hosted by #OlyTwilight. No admission fee.
Hell’s Belles New Year’s Eve Show
December 31, 7 p.m.
Little Creek Casino Resort
91 West State Route 108, Shelton
Rock out the New Year at the Hell Belle’s New Year’s Eve Show. This AC-DC tribute band is a crown-pleasing favorite. Must be 21 or older to attend. Get your tickets at the Little Creek Casino Resort website.
It’s Midnight Somewhere
December 31, 8:15 p.m.
the Washington Center for the Performing Arts
512 Washington Street SE, Olympia
If you love good music, door prizes and appetizers, get your tickets for the Olympia Symphony Orchestra’s “It’s Midnight Somewhere” New Year’s Eve event. The event happens after the “MORE John Williams Movie Music Experience” and will include a no-host bar, noisemakers and more. Purchase tickets on the Washington Center for the Performing Arts website or at the box office.
New Year’s Eve Celebration
December 31, 6 p.m.
507 Taproom & Filling Station East
608 Yelm Avenue East, Yelm
Hosted by 507 Taproom & Grill, this event includes a 5-course dinner, commemorative gift, champagne toast and live entertainment. Specialty-themed beverages will also be available for sale. Formal attire is requested. Purchase tickets on Eventbrite.
Have a New Year’s Eve 2023 event to add? Email us at submit@thurstontalk.com.
