Ring in the New Year by counting down to midnight at festive events across the Peach State! From Savannah to Atlanta to Helen, big cities and small towns in Georgia have put their own spin on the popular New Year’s Eve tradition, creating unique holiday celebrations that speak to the character of the community.
Savannah
Spectacular views of 2023 can be seen from Plant Riverside District atop the Electric Moon Skytop Lounge! Dance the last night of 2022 away at the GLO Side of the Moon New Year's Eve Party, featuring a live DJ, neon lights and decor, party favors, a photo booth, and a dazzling fireworks show reflecting off the Savannah River.
Atlanta
Slide into 2023 at the home of the Atlanta Braves! The Battery Atlanta’s New Year’s Eve Bash features an early-evening baseball drop geared towards families and a late-night fireworks show leading into the New Year. The "Early Innings" celebration kicks off at 6 p.m. EST with live music and culminates with a countdown to the inflatable baseball drop at 8 p.m. Beginning at 9 p.m., the "Late Innings" party features a live band and an unforgettable confetti and aerial fireworks display at midnight.
Helen
Head to the Alpine Village of Helen for a European-style New Year’s celebration! The Dropping of the Edelweiss is New Year’s tradition in this Bavarian-style town, with no shortage of music, food, dancing, party favors, and more. A symbol of Alpine strength and beauty, the Edelweiss mountain flower grows in Europe and acts as Helen’s good luck charm for the new year.
For more information and inspiration on New Year’s Eve events in Georgia, visit ExploreGeorgia.org.