New Year’s Eve in Greensboro is all about choosing your vibe—cozy jazz, chef-driven dinners, family bowling, rooftop parties, or laughing your way into midnight. Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, a night out with friends, or a kid-approved celebration, these Greensboro spots make it easy to ring in 2026 in style.
If your ideal New Year’s Eve is more “elegant soirée” than “shoulder-to-shoulder crowd,” head to O.Henry Hotel’s Social Lobby. Two special jazz performances—an early and a late set—fill the space with live music, vintage cocktails, and a relaxed, timeless feel. There’s no cover, just gracious hospitality and classic Greensboro charm to carry you into the new year.
Turn New Year’s Eve into a full-on Greensboro escape with Proximity Hotel’s special NYE packages and dining. Check into a stylish, sustainable hotel, enjoy priority dinner reservations and a dining credit, and toast with sparkling wine and special treats in your room. Pair it with nearby jazz, rooftop parties, or downtown fun, then stroll back to your room when the night winds down.
For families and friend groups who want built-in fun, Spare Time Greensboro is a perfect pick. New Year’s Eve parties typically bundle bowling and shoe rental, hand-tossed pizza, soft drinks, and arcade play cards, so everyone has something to do. It’s a festive, low-stress way to celebrate, complete with your own lane and plenty of laughs between frames.
Want your New Year’s countdown with a side of skyline views? Head to One Thirteen Brewhouse + Rooftop Bar in downtown Greensboro. With multiple levels, a lively atmosphere, great beer selection, and an open-air rooftop, it’s an ideal spot for groups and couples who want to be right in the middle of the city’s energy as midnight approaches.
If your perfect New Year’s Eve includes punchlines instead of party horns, grab tickets to the New Year’s Eve Comedy Show at The Idiot Box. This downtown club keeps the jokes coming with a high-energy stand-up lineup and a late-night showtime, ideal for couples or groups of friends who want a fun, relaxed way to welcome 2026.
Start your celebrations with big laughs at The Comedy Zone’s New Year’s Eve Kickoff featuring headliner Shaun Jones. This early-evening show sets the tone with high-energy stand-up, and many tickets even include access to a follow-up party at Arizona Pete’s. It’s the perfect “first stop” if you’re planning a full night out in Greensboro.
Ready for a full-on concert-style countdown? Ziggy’s Greensboro is hosting LATE NIGHT RADIO NEW YEARS EVE featuring MOTIFV & PHYPHR, promising a high-energy night of music, dancing, and lights. With a show that stretches well past midnight, this is the spot for those who want New Year’s Eve to feel like a festival.