From warehouse raves and mainstage fireworks to techno temples and bass-heavy blowouts, here are 10 New Year’s Eve EDM festivals you don’t want to miss as we ring in 2026.
Neon Countdown
Dates: December 30 – 31
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Neon Countdown has quickly become one of Asia’s premier NYE festivals, delivering huge production, international headliners, and a high-energy crowd. Known for its visually stunning stages and stacked lineups, Neon Countdown is a go-to destination for ringing in the New Year in style.
Countdown NYE
Dates: December 31
Location: California, USA
Insomniac’s legendary Countdown NYE takes over Los Angeles Convention Center with massive stages, fireworks, and a midnight countdown that defines the New Year’s experience. Expect a multi-genre lineup spanning bass, house, and techno, plus iconic production that sets the tone for the year ahead.
Pier 80 NYE
Dates: December 29 – 31
Location: San Francisco, California, USA
Pier 80 NYE transforms San Francisco’s iconic waterfront warehouse into a massive three-night rave. With headliners Swedish House Mafia, Skrillex, and Four Tet, these events will bring energy, extended sets, and a true party atmosphere to welcome the New Year.
Decadence NYE (Colorado & Arizona)
Dates: December 30 – 31
Locations: Denver, CO & Phoenix, AZ, USA
Decadence dominates New Year’s Eve in the U.S. with two massive editions running simultaneously. Known for jaw-dropping production, massive lineups, and explosive midnight countdowns, Decadence consistently delivers one of the biggest NYE festival experiences in North America.
Proper NYE
Dates: December 31 – January 1
Location: San Diego, California, USA
Proper NYE blends sunshine, palm trees, and world-class house and techno to create one of the most refined NYE experiences in the U.S. Held at Petco Park, Proper offers daytime dancing, sunset vibes, and a smooth transition into the New Year with top-tier curation.
Awakenings New Year’s Eve
Dates: December 31
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Awakenings closes out the year with a techno-focused New Year’s Eve celebration inside one of Europe’s most iconic venues. Expect pounding sound systems, hypnotic lighting, and a lineup packed with global techno heavyweights for a no-frills, high-intensity countdown.
Defected New Year’s Eve
Dates: December 31
Location: London, United Kingdom
House music royalty takes center stage as Defected delivers a soulful, groove-driven New Year’s Eve celebration. Expect classic house energy, vocal anthems, and an atmosphere built for dancers who want to start the year on the right foot.
Lights All Night
Dates: December 30-31
Location: Dallas, Texas, USA
Lights All Night kicks off New Year’s celebrations early with two nights of bass, house, and festival-sized production. Known for stacked lineups and an electric crowd, LAN is a staple end-of-year event for Texas ravers.
Excision New Year’s Eve
Dates: December 30–31
Location: Detroit, Michigan, USA
Excision’s annual NYE takeover delivers earth-shattering bass, massive visuals, and one of the most intense countdowns of the year. Expect a headbanging crowd, custom visuals, and a full-on bass invasion to ring in 2026.
Eternal New Year’s Eve
Dates: December 30-31
Location: Orlando, Florida, USA
Eternal NYE is bringing one of the biggest bass and electronic lineups of the year to Orlando for the ultimate New Year’s Eve experience. Known for its elevated atmosphere and carefully curated sound, Eternal is quickly becoming a must-watch NYE brand in USA.
From warehouse raves and bass blowouts to refined house and relentless techno, New Year’s Eve 2025 offers something for every kind of raver. However you choose to count down, these festivals guarantee a powerful start to 2026.
