Top Places to Celebrate the New Year

Posted by Jenni Barnett on Friday, November 25th, 2022 at 11:35am.

Middle Tennessee is nationally famous as an outstanding southern destination for creative, lively parties. With our region’s rich history in music, cuisine, and culture, it’s a given that tourists will flock here to join local residents to ring in the new year. However, a party is only as epic as the venue and the entertainment, which is why we’re sharing our curated 2022 – 2023 list of the top places to celebrate the New Year in Middle TN!


Jack Daniel’s New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash
600 James Robertson Pkwy | Nashville

The biggest party in Nashville is the Big Bash. Taking place in Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, this CBS-hosted event will feature hours of live music before the 15-foot Music Note Drop and fireworks at midnight.

Catch Brooks & Dunn, Zac Brown Band, and Kelsea Ballerini and hosts Jimmie Allen, Elle King, and Entertainment Tonight’s Rachel Smith live in Nashville, or tune in on CBS or Paramount+ to join the party from the comfort of your home.


Miranda Lambert's New Year's Eve - Only Prettier
308 Broadway | Nashville

Miranda Lambert’s Casa Rosa is the newest restaurant on Broadway, and its emphasis on soft, feminine décor has made it difficult to score a reservation less than a week in advance! This NYE, you’re invited to show up and show off your brightest rhinestones, longest fringe, and high-beam sparkles at Casa Rosa.

Rooftop admission will grant you access to both the Cantina and Buckle Bar levels as well. Live music will play until 9 p.m., with a live DJ taking over to spin the party through the night.


Jason Aldean’s New Year’s Eve Party
307 Broadway Pl | Nashville

Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Rooftop Bar has quickly become a hot Nashville destination, and NYE will be no exception! Snag general admission to access the main floor and the mezzanine where live music will be playing. Rooftop tickets will allow you to access the rooftop (ideal for viewing the fireworks), music by DJ Donnie D, and party favors. Or, go all out with platinum pass tickets, which will grant you access to Miranda Lambert’s Casa Rosa, Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Rooftop Bar, FGL House, and Luke’s 32 Bridge.


Roaring into '23 New Year's Eve Celebration
200 4th Avenue North | Nashville

Hotel Noelle is hosting a night of glitz and glamour celebrating the new year and the centennial anniversary of the height of the Roaring Twenties. Break out your best 1920s finery and arrive at 9 p.m. to partake in cocktails, hors d’oeurves, and live music.

First, wander through the Trade Room, Saidee Gallery, and The Archives to experience each bar location. Live music will be provided by Pink Cadillac’s seven-piece band, so prepare to dance the night away!


New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball
1630 South Church Street Suite 119 | Murfreesboro

Murfreesboro’s AJ Hall invites you to don masquerade wear, bring your most mysterious mask, and join the elegant Black and Red Masquerade Ball. Tickets include hors d’oeurves and champagne, music by DJ Wrightful and KaiDee, and access to the cash bar and hookah lounge.


Back in Black Tie
2600 8th Ave S Suite 102 | Nashville

Sinema is hosting a red-carpet extravaganza in their home within the gorgeous and historic Melrose theater. Tickets to the event will include a walk down the red carpet, access to a heavy appetizer buffet, four drink tokens, party favors, and a themed photo booth.  A dance party will be hosted by DJ Rio, and a champagne toast will take place at midnight.


The Twelve Thirty Club’s Dapper-as-Hell New Year’s Eve Bash
550 Broadway | Nashville

Justin Timberlake’s partnership with restaurateur Sam Fox has brought Nashville The Twelve Thirty Club, which includes an upscale honky tonk, cocktail lounge, rooftop small plates feature, and membership-only fine dining Supper Club.

This New Year’s Eve, guests are invited to the club’s Dapper-as-Hell Bash. Enjoy live music, unlimited food, cocktails, champagne, and more!


Redneck Riviera’s New Year’s Eve Party
208 Broadway Pl | Nashville

Redneck Riviera is hosting a laid-back New Year’s Eve party, complete with live music, party favors, and a whiskey or champagne toast at midnight. Tickets are available at three levels, ranging from general admission to private party access, private VIP booths, and more.


L.A. Jackson’s Midnight Hour
401 11th Ave S | Nashville

L.A. Jackson is taking us back to the 90s on NYE! Attendees with attire from any decade are welcome, but a masquerade theme will be encouraged. Enjoy an open bar, late-night eats, and a midnight toast. The rooftop views from this venue are beautiful, the cocktails are scrumptious, and the DJs will be da bomb! Get down to throwback hits from Hanson, TLC, Britney, the greatest boy bands, and many more.


Spirits & Sparkles
300 12th Avenue South | Nashville

Get all dolled up and glamorous and join the elegant event at the W Nashville. This luxurious NYE party will span five experiences, each packed with unique features. The Living Room will pulse with party beats by DJ Grant Fisher. PROOF’s sultry serenades by Amanda Raye and the Bad Ass Band will mesmerize. The Dutch will recharge you with savory bites and dueling pianos, Barista Parlor will provide champagne and bubbles, and the Sound Room will be thrumming as the Komos Revelry Lounge.


The Takeaway

There are dozens and dozens of parties taking place on New Year’s Eve in Middle Tennessee, and we hope you find the destinations that are perfect for you and yours. We recommend the ten events we’ve detailed above, but we would love to hear where you decide to go, or which party has been your favorite in the past! Please leave us a comment below; we love to hear from our readers.

Happy New Year’s Eve, and best wishes for you and your family in 2023.

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