As the New Year rapidly approaches, planning the perfect New Year’s Eve outing can be overwhelming. With various parties, family gatherings and a heavy lineup of events going off throughout Southern California, deciding where to go can be a challenge.
If you’re at a loss, we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re gearing up for a wild dance party or planning to rock and roll all night, we’ve compiled a list of concerts and multi-stage music festivals happening on Sunday, Dec. 31.
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Visit the official event websites to purchase tickets or make reservations in advance since these happenings tend to sell out quickly as the New Year approaches.
Thee Sacred Souls
A soulful night of music featuring the San Diego-based act Thee Sacred Souls. The trio is known for their rich blend of deep ’60s soul, jazz and funk music. 8 p.m. Hollywood Palladium, 6215 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles. $75-$211. LiveNation.com.
Los Lobos
The East L.A. rockers are bringing their annual New Years Eve show to San Juan Capistrano to celebrate 50 years of making music. The five-piece are set to play their greatest hits like “La Bamba,” “We Belong Together” and “Come On, Let’s Go.” Blues act Bubba & The Big Bad Blues will open. 9 p.m. The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. $98. thecoachhouse.com.
Mary’s Renaissance
For Beyoncé fans, the ultimate “Renaissance” party is coming to Hamburger Mary’s Ontario for a disco-themed night. Guests can expect special Beyoncé tributes from Inland Empire-based drag queen Jazmyn Simone, accompanied by go-go dancers, prizes, and DJ sets spinning Beyoncé’s greatest hits. 9 p.m. Hamburger Mary’s Ontario, 3550 Porsche Way Ontario. $11.50. Eventbrite.com.
Black Lips
The Atlanta, Georgia garage-rock band is bringing its fuzzy sounds and good times to the stage in Los Angeles for a New Year’s Eve rock party. Opening acts will include Escape-Ism, Grave Flowers Bongo Band and more. 8 p.m. Lodge Room, 104 N. Ave. 56 2nd floor, Los Angeles. $30. Lodgeroom.com.
Club Underground
Party promoters Club Underground are once again hosting a New Year’s Eve bash with post-punk, alternative, indie, new wave and British pop hits. Guests can expect two dance floors and a complimentary champagne toast to kick off the New Year at midnight. 9:30 p.m. The Grand Star Jazz Club, 943 N. Broadway Ave., Los Angeles. $25 at Eventbrite.com.
Forever Midnight
Insomniac’s techno and house brand Factory 93 is producing an end-of-the-year event, Forever Midnight, for two nights in Los Angeles with guests Kaskade, Jamie xx, Eric Prydz, Sofi Tukker, Kaytranada, Solomun, ANOTR, Jamie Jones and more. 4 p.m. Dec. 30-31. Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles. $199-$399. la.forevermidnightfest.com.
Blue Swan Records: Night of the Swan
Created and co-founded by Dance Gavin Dance guitarist Will Swan and bandmate Sergio Medina, Blue Swan Records is hosting a night of punk, rock and everything in between with performances by label mates Eidola, Royal Coda, Wolf & Bear, Body Thief, Dwellings and HAMES. 8 p.m. The Glass House, 200 West 2nd Street, Pomona. $30. theglasshouse.us.
Club Decades
Club Decades is a spot where indie and rock collide featuring hits from legendary artists such as Daft Punk, The Cure, LCD Soundsystem, The Smiths, Tame Impala, Pet Shop Boys, Madonna, Morrissey, Billy Idol, Duran Duran, and more. With multiple dancefloors, a midnight confetti drop, photo booths, a champagne toast, and, of course, a thrilling New Year’s Eve countdown, this celebration promises a night filled with nostalgia. 9 p.m. Boardner’s by La Belle, 1652 North Cherokee Ave., Los Angeles. $30-$500. eventbrite.com.
Insomniac: Countdown New Year’s Eve
Ring in the New Year with Porter Robinson, Deadmau5, Nero, Tiësto, Alison Wonderland, the Chainsmokers, FISHER, Nicole Moudaber and 80 other electronic artists for a night of music and intense pyrotechnics. 4 p.m. Dec. 30-31. NOS Events Center, 689 South E Street, San Bernardino. $179-$289.95. countdownnye.com.
Pink Martini
Long dubbed as the “little orchestra,” the dozen-member group from Portland, Oregon is coming to Los Angeles for a pair of New Year’s Eve sets that mix classical, jazz, Brazilian, Cuban, Parisian and pop standards. 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S. Grand Ave, Los Angeles. $139-$279. laphil.com.
Swamp Dogg and Jenny Zigrino
Soul and R&B singer Swamp Dogg and actress and singer Jenny Zigrino join forces for a New Year’s Eve party with music, comedy and a fundraiser dedicated to curing Parkinson’s disease. 8 p.m. The Roxy, 9009 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood. $55-95. theroxy.com.
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The Drums
Get ready to rock out, sing and dance as Johnny Pierce, the mastermind behind the indie-rock band, The Drums, takes center stage for a special New Year’s Eve performance. 10 p.m. Fox Theater Pomona, 301 S Garey Ave., Pomona. $49.50. AXS.com.
Nicky Romero
Count down to the New Year with the pulsating beats of Dutch electronic music DJ Nicky Romero, who will be taking command of the decks until the clock strikes midnight. Joining him are special guests Grlskout and Meirlin. 10 p.m. Academy LA, 6021 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles. $45-$95. academyla.com.
Dillon Francis
Los Angeles-based DJ Dillon Francis is bringing the music, laughs and confetti for a New Year’s Eve show with special guests and wild outfits are encouraged. 9:30 p.m. The Nova, 454 Sixth Avenue, San Diego. $85. novasd.com.
Markus Schulz
Prepare for a mesmerizing night of trance and house classics as Insomniac’s trance label Dreamstate presents German electronic DJ, Markus Schulz. 10 p.m. Avalon Hollywood, 1735 Vine Street, Los Angeles. $90-$180. avalonhollywood.com.
“A Christmas Story: The Musical”
The Ahmanson Theatre will be staging the last two shows of its month-long “A Christmas Story: The Musical” on New Year’s Eve. The stage show brings the classic 1983 movie to life. 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. The Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. $40-$160. centertheatregroup.com.
L.A. Guns
Rock into the New Year with Los Angeles glam metal group L.A. Guns as they deliver a heavy-hitting bash at the iconic Whisky a Go Go. With a total of six bands performing throughout the night, guests can expect sets from American Jetset, Slant, Whiskey Dogz, All Sinners and Villa Nova. 6 p.m. Whisky a Go Go , 8901 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood. $75. Ticketweb.com.
Vibrato: NYE Jazz party
The Bel-Air jazz club is hosting a toast to 2024 with a New Year’s Eve pre-party featuring Luke Carlsen & The Fresh Rhythm Big Band and a Countdown to Midnight Celebration featuring the Latin world salsa funk of Gabrielito y La Verdad. 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. Vibrato Grill Jazz, 2930 Beverly Glen Circle, Los Angeles. $100-$500. vibratogrilljazz.com.
Dance Yourself Clean
An indie and electro-pop dance party that will host a few special guest DJs and a light show. This is the ideal destination to dance yourself clean of any lingering sorrows from 2023. 9 p.m. Teragram Ballroom,1234 West 7th Street, Los Angeles. $20. Ticketmaster.com.
Minimal Effort
Minimal Effort is bringing together the top rising underground techno and house acts with the likes of Jimi Jules, DAVI, Cyril Bitar and HBB spinning the night away. 9 p.m. 1720, E. 16th Street, Los Angeles. $40.17. dice.com.
KC and the Sunshine Band
R&B and funk legends KC and the Sunshine Band are celebrating 50 years of music as well as ringing in the New Year. The “Get Down Tonight” crooners will get fans ready to boogie before Zowie Bowie takes the stage just before midnight. 7 p.m. Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. $55-$100. aguacalientecasino.com.
