New Year on 30A Guide 2025
If you are ringing in the new year on 30A, consider this your cheat sheet. Our team pulled every standout event worth knowing about, sorted it, linked it, and wrapped it with a bow. No guessing. No scrolling through random threads.
NYE 30A Schedule at a Glance
- 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.: Noon Year at Alys Beach
- 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.: Rooftop Sunset Soiree at Pescado
- 4:30 p.m. to midnight: Dinner at Cuvee 30A
- 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.: Prix Fixe Dinner at Havana Beach Bar and Grill
- 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.: Early and Late Seating at Ovide
- 5:15 p.m., 7:15 p.m., 9:30 p.m.: Prix Fixe at Edward’s Fine Food and Wine
- 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and midnight: Baytowne Wharf Fireworks
- 6:00 p.m.: Five Course Celebration Dinner at Roux 30A
- 6:00 p.m.: New Year at La Crema
- 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.: Prix Fixe at Surfing Deer
- 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.: Neon Nights NYE at Ara Rooftop
- 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. service: Pescado NYE Dinner
- January 1 at noon and 1:00 p.m.: Polar Bear Plunge at Shunk Gulley
Events and Celebrations
- Noon Year’s Eve Party at Alys Beach
Alys Beach
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Family friendly morning celebration with music, crafts and a festive countdown. - Rooftop Sunset Soiree at Pescado
Pescado Seafood Grill and Rooftop Bar
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Passed small bites, two beverages and a rooftop view. - New Year’s Eve Dinner at Cuvee 30A
Cuvee 30A
4:30 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.
Award winning dining experience with wine selections and indoor or outdoor seating. - Prix Fixe Dinner at Havana Beach Bar and Grill
Havana Beach Bar and Grill
5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Three course experience with champagne welcome and dueling pianos. - New Year’s Eve Dinner at Ovide
Ovide at Hotel Effie
Early dining from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Four course dinner from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Elevated multi course menu with champagne and canapés. - New Year’s Eve Dinner at Edward’s Fine Food and Wine
Edward’s Fine Food and Wine
Seatings at 5:15 p.m., 7:15 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Four course prix fixe with live music. - Baytowne Countdown and Fireworks
The Village of Baytowne Wharf
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., fireworks at 8:00 p.m. and midnight.
Family activities early in the night with live music and midnight fireworks. - New Year Dinner at Roux 30A
Roux 30A
6:00 p.m.
Five course dining experience and champagne toast. - New Year’s Eve at La Crema
La Crema Tapas and Chocolate
6:00 p.m.
A chocolate forward celebration with champagne and specialty bottles. - New Year’s Eve Dinner at Surfing Deer
Surfing Deer
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Five course prix fixe with vegan option and optional wine pairing. - Neon Nights NYE at Ara Rooftop
Ara Rooftop Pool and Lounge
7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Neon cocktails, DJ, bites and rooftop views of fireworks. - Pescado New Year’s Eve Dinner
Pescado
Dinner seatings starting at 7:00 p.m.
Three courses plus amuse bouche with Cava welcome. - Polar Bear Plunge at Shunk Gulley
Shunk Gulley
January 1. Costume contest at noon. Plunge at 1:00 p.m.
Annual Gulf tradition with fundraising support and commemorative towel.
For Kids
- Noon Year’s Eve at Alys Beach
- Early festivities and 8:00 p.m. fireworks at Baytowne Wharf
- Polar Bear Plunge costume contest on January 1
For Adults
- All prix fixe dinners across 30A
- Pescado’s Sunset Soiree
- Neon Nights at Ara Rooftop
- Baytowne midnight fireworks
- Late seating dinners at Edward’s and Ovide
Frequently Asked Questions
Are reservations needed
Yes. Almost all restaurants book out in advance.
Are fireworks visible from the beach
Baytowne Wharf fireworks can be viewed from select spots but the best experience is on site.
Are events kid friendly
Alys Beach and Baytowne Wharf have dedicated family programming.
Is there public parking
Parking is limited across 30A. Arrive early or use shuttle or rideshare options when available.
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