The Best New Year's Eve Celebrations Around New Orleans

While it's hard to believe, New Year's Eve is just around the corner. If you haven't made your plans yet, it's not too late! Here are the best New Year's Eve celebrations around New Orleans to send 2017 out with a bang:

1. New Year's Eve at The Southern Hotel
Sunday, December 31 at 9 p.m.
The Southern Hotel
428 E Boston St, Covington

If your idea of a good New Year's Eve celebration is getting dressed to the nines and dancing the night away, you won't want to miss the New Year's Eve celebration at The Southern Hotel. Groovy 7, one of the best party bands in Louisiana, will set the mood with your favorite live music covers ranging from Motown to today's hits. Ticket prices start at $35. Although Springs at River Chase residents are a just short drive from The Southern Hotel, party guests are encouraged to play it safe and spend the night.

2. New Year's Eve Party and Fireworks
Sunday, December 31 at 9 p.m.
Land-O-Pines Family Campground
17145 Million Dollar Rd, Covington
985.982.6023

Send 2017 out with a bang (literally) by taking in the most spectacular New Year's Eve fireworks show that the New Orleans area has to offer. If casual is more your speed, you'll enjoy the outdoor setting, bonfire, music, and champagne at the Land-O-Pines Family Campground leading up to the fireworks display. Campers and cabins are available to rent for the night starting at $110.

3. Big Night New Orleans New Year's Eve Gala
Sunday, December 31 at 9 p.m.
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
601 Loyola Ave, New Orleans
504.561.1234

Celebrate New Year's Eve at the biggest party in New Orleans! More than 3,000 people are expected to attend the annual New Year's Eve Gala at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans hotel. Food buffets and open bars will be available all night long, and nine incredible bands, DJs and live performers will keep the crowd entertained. To mix things up, a casino zone will be added to this year's event. Ticket prices start at $99.99. Don't want to make the drive back to your Springs at Fremaux Town Center apartment after the party? You can stay the night at the hotel for an additional cost.

4. New Year's Eve at Palmettos on the Bayou
Sunday, December 31 from 5:00 p.m to 9:00 p.m.
Palmettos on the Bayou
1901 Bayou Ln, Slidell
985.643.0050

Looking for a place to enjoy a festive meal before you head to your New Year's Eve party? Come enjoy a three-course meal for $85 per person at Palmettos on the Bayou on New Year's Eve. Your dinner will begin in the Cypress Bar as you sip champagne and enjoy hors d'oeuvres. You'll then be seated for your three-course meal, which includes chef-inspired dishes such as Oyster Fettuccine and Black Angus Prime Rib.

How are you celebrating New Year's Eve? Have another event you’d like to share about? Tell us in the comments!